"Twitter seemed to connect people: commentators spoke in enthused terms about the role Twitter played in the Occupy movement; the student fees protests; the Arab spring."
"Through Twitter, I, who am really just some guy, was offered work writing op-ed columns; appearing on television; even writing a book."
"I am like a former heavy smoker who has whittled themselves down to a couple of roll-ups a day: maybe I'll check it in the morning, but the compulsion is a whole lot less strong than it used to be."
"I briefly toyed with Bluesky, but it's never done anything for me. It feels pointless, almost embarrassing, to start going off on there about something Keir Starmer has said."
Twitter was initially a platform for global conversation, fostering connections and shaping personal values and politics. It played a significant role in social movements and personal relationships, leading to opportunities in writing and media. However, usage has declined, with the platform now feeling less engaging and more like a habit. The transition to other platforms like Bluesky has not been fulfilling, resulting in a significant reduction in social media activity.
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