Authenticity and Ethics in a Digital World

February 12, 2013

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There was a time when computer/smartphone screens could not hide us from the world. People’s glances were often enough to trigger some sort of self-awareness that prevented us from behaving in ways that could destroy our reputations. The beautiful thing about social media is that it has allowed introverts to come forward and share their voices with the rest of the world. Unfortunately, it has also given many a false sense of unlimited possibilities, and the incentive to do things that are often questionable...

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