During a recent SXSW event, Michelle Obama discussed the importance of protecting oneself and family from social media's negative impact. Despite facing public scrutiny and rumors during their time in the White House, Obama emphasizes that one shouldn't rely on social media for their self-worth or validation. She advocates for staying informed through reputable content rather than engaging with often misleading comments. Additionally, she highlights the vulnerability of children and teenagers to cyberbullying and the pressures of online validation, urging people to broaden their sources of information beyond social media.
"What kept us sane - and we tried to instill this in our daughters - is, you cannot live through social media. I don't think I've ever once looked at a comment section, period."
"The things that internet users say in the comments section are often untrue, since they are 'people who don't know you.' That doesn't mean you don't stay informed, but staying informed has nothing to do with the comment section."
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