{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65a5932db97db900172e715e/667bca18c5b4dedd89bb8d4f?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Keeping It Social: Navigating Connection in the Digital Age","description":"<p>In this episode of <em>Table Pancakes</em>, Katherine and Shelbi reflect on their <strong>relationships with social media</strong>—how they keep it social, how it influences friendships, and its more significant impact on culture and connectivity.</p><p><br></p><h3><strong>What We Cover:</strong></h3><h4><strong>Let’s Be Social vs. Follow for Follow</strong></h4><ul><li>Social media can be a <strong>powerful tool for connection</strong>, allowing us to build meaningful relationships with people we may never have met otherwise</li><li>Using social platforms as <strong>forums for learning, inspiration, and thought-provoking conversations</strong></li><li>We must acknowledge how social media can feel both&nbsp;<strong>deeply connective and isolating</strong> and why it’s essential to <strong>examine our relationship with it and take breaks when needed</strong></li></ul><h4><strong>The Strategy of Sharing</strong></h4><ul><li>I am inspired by&nbsp;<strong>Dr. Darian</strong>, a multi-hyphenate who shares his&nbsp;<strong>work, life, and vulnerabilities</strong>&nbsp;in a way that&nbsp;<strong>invites engagement and connection</strong></li><li>How <strong>authentically sharing personal stories, interests, and experiences</strong> can inspire and resonate with others</li></ul><h4><strong>Laying It All Out</strong></h4><ul><li>Embracing <strong>documenting and sharing the creative process</strong> to make work more accessible and relatable</li><li>Finding the balance between <strong>living in the moment and documenting it</strong>, ensuring that sharing remains <strong>intentional rather than performative</strong></li><li>Navigating <strong>what to share vs. what to keep private</strong> and how to <strong>create a positive, connected space</strong> online</li></ul><h3><br></h3><h3><strong>Question of the Week:</strong></h3><p>What’s your relationship with social media, and how does it influence your relationship with others?</p><p><br></p><h3><strong>Join the Conversation</strong></h3><p>Email us: <strong>tablepancakespod@gmail.com</strong></p><p>Follow us on Instagram: <a href=\"https://instagram.com/tablepancakespod\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@tablepancakespod</a></p><p>Connect with us: <a href=\"https://instagram.com/shelbihq\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@shelbihq</a> | <a href=\"https://instagram.com/katherinehfoster\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@katherinehfoster</a></p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, we’d love it if you <strong>rated, reviewed, and subscribed</strong> to the show. Your support helps us continue these conversations.</p>","author_name":"Katherine Foster and Shelbi Jones"}