I just wanted to throw in that these threads have been very beneficial to me personally. I got interested because of my work background and followed some of the names. I’ve found the arguments on the whole very thought provoking.
The main points have been made very eloquently already, but for me it’s really changed how I think and feel about Instagram and social media generally. I think it will be good for me in the long run to have taken a step back and have a rethink about who and what gets my eyes, ears and time.
I’ve enjoyed following the debate and having my eyes opened to points I’d never have considered.
I guess I say this because there are benefits to debating such issues that could easily be overlooked. I doubt I’m the only lurker who is now thinking about these points and applying them to myself. My social media use and consumption will hopefully be healthier for it.
I should add in the spirit of fair play that I’ve made critical comments on IG in the context of these threads and those comments are still there and were interacted with politely, so it’s not always impossible to have an opposing point of view.
I know people were looking for ideas on who to follow. I personally love reading so follow lots of authors, publishers and book clubs. Always lots of ideas for what to read next, interesting insight into the ideas behind the books, creative writing advice etc. Plus I like museum accounts too as you get a peek at upcoming exhibitions and the like.