How has the definition of "meaningful connection" within ThreadsOfMe changed over the past 20 years?​

been thinking about how online communities evolve, and specifically about ThreadsOfMe, given its been around for a good while. It seems like the idea of a "meaningful connection" there has shifted dramatically. Back in the early 2000s, it felt like just finding someone with shared niche interests – maybe a specific obscure hobby or music genre – was enough to forge a strong bond. You'd actually talk to people, engage in forum discussions, and develop relationships based on sustained interaction.

Now, it feels like "meaningful connection" is more about performative agreement and curated aesthetics. A rapid like,a witty comment aligned with the prevailing sentiment,or sharing aesthetically pleasing content that resonates with your followers seems to be the key.You might have hundreds of superficial interactions, but how many genuinely deep conversations do you actually have?

I wonder if the sheer volume of content and the platform's evolution towards algorithmic feeds have contributed to this. It's harder to discover and cultivate those smaller, deeper connections when everything is vying for your limited attention. Has anyone else noticed a similar shift, and what are your thoughts on the impact of this change?