The truth is, most people on socials will only interact with you if they think you can help advance their agenda or do them a favor. They’ll give up when they think you can’t. Big mistake

Most, online or offline, show up when there’s something to gain and disappear when there isn’t. It’s not a rule, but it’s a pattern you can count on. Ignoring that is a mistake.

This pattern is an evolved feature of human nature. Culture and morality can counterbalance it, but the tendency runs deep. 

We should strive for better balance because there is no awareness of this world after death

artist & writer 🤍 longevity biotech fellow

Wise words and excellent image.

I’ve made my peace with it online and off but still blows me away when it’s blatant. Perhaps better that it’s blatant than a long con