The Power of Social Media

This week for class we were told to notice one thing on social media and share the story it told and the impact that it made.  Maybe I was looking a little too hard to find just one thing, that perfect thing that stuck out, because I didn't find just one thing.  I found numerous posts, articles and contributions to a shared narrative.  I have deliberately chosen to make it so that my social media accounts are flooded with positivity, inspiration, motivation and learning opportunities to help my own personal and professional growth. 

I had trouble finding just one thing to share because I find the majority of what I see on my accounts (Instagram and Twitter) to be meaningful.  Twitter is primarily my personal learning network of teachers, administrators, school districts and relevant educational resources.  As I am just in the beginning of my journey to becoming an educator, I have found so much relevant and useful information on this platform!  I also have been thrilled to find so many others in the field that seem to share the enthusiastic and passionate attitude towards not just teaching but also to our children.  One of the greatest take-aways I have gotten on Twitter recently is all the ways classrooms use Flip Grid!  I have really enjoyed seeing this tool, that I just recently learned about, used in a various number of ways in schools and the excited students who are partaking in the activities.

I have dedicated my Instagram account to positive and inspirational quotes, fitness personnel, my favorite bands and a handful of friends.  I like to see all the good that life has to offer, and as naive as it is, block out all the negativity.  I choose to keep myself surrounded with those who will lift me and inspire me, keep me motivated and chasing my goals and dreams in life.  My sister in law recently passed away after a quick and aggressive cancer battle, leaving behind her husband and four young boys.  Beyond the pain of the loss of her passing, it left me feeling so grateful and fortunate that I still get to be here while realizing how precious life is.  I have been intentionally trying to share one positive quote in my story every day that not only helps to keep me grounded but in hopes that it helps somebody else who needs it.

As silly as it may sound, to be intentional about the content I surround myself with has been almost life changing!  This is why I struggled to really find just one thing to share this week!