What Happens When You Say “I Want to Hear From You”

In a world dominated by social media, where connections are often reduced to likes and emojis, the desire for genuine human interaction becomes more pronounced. Feeling a need to bridge the gap between digital acquaintances and real connections, I decided to take a bold step. A few months ago, I proclaimed, “I want to hear from you,” and posted my phone number publicly online, encouraging people to text me. Little did I know the surprising and intriguing journey that awaited me. In this blog post, I’ll share my experiences, the unexpected reactions (or maybe lack thereof), and the changing landscape of social media.

Why I want to hear from you

A few months ago, I put my invitation out to my virtual world. “Join my community: text me,” I wrote. I’ve always yearned for more meaningful conversations, away from the social media noise, and wanted to connect directly with like-minded people. As I laid my contact details bare for the world to see, I braced myself for an influx of messages from…