To think people overshare online not to connect but to control the narrative?

[PoisedBlueViper]

“Being vulnerable” has become a branding tactic.

I don't think people consciously do this, no.

I think it's more likely that they have experienced something, they want to share there experience to help others.

Not for most people, no.

I don't think so at all - sometimes though its the best way to tell your story without those around you trying to silence you, which may be why it seems that way

It's either overshare or people accuse you of drip feeding or lying.

There's no winning online.

Maybe sometimes. I do notice that someone losing an argument will start sharing a sob story and I’m cynical enough to suspect that’s a tactic.

Today's edgy question?

Yes, what’s with all these random posts that never get followed up? Is it some kind of AI tactic?

Always written in the same weird style

AI bot?

If it's 'let's have heated debate' person, he/she'll be along shortly to moderate the debate and keep it rolling on.