#online identity

[jesidres]

Had an argument with a colleague that people (at least used to) keep their online and offline lives very separate from each other, and want to keep these separate. While I realize we're all gremlins here, I was curious to see what people here treat 'living online'.

Please reblog for a larger sample size.

(Yes, I do realize snowball sampling is piss poor researching, but I am curious.)

[greatwyrmgold]

was wondering where I recognised your username and now I realise you're the guy in the pale comments! you have good takes so far hope you're keeping up the good work 👍

Thanks! I work hard to keep my takes as good as I can.

One of the wonders(?) of using the same username on most websites for about half of my life is having people say "Oh, are you the GWG from [X]?" I'm pretty sure more people know me as GreatWyrmGold than by my legal name, which is a weird thing to think about.

[callipraxia]

The Internet itself seems to be encouraging this new tendency toward disclosing one's real identity, and I don't like it. When I signed up for my very first email account, back in the Dark Ages (aka, 2003), it didn't even ask me for a recognizable first and last name (legit or otherwise), or much of anything except to check the box saying i was thirteen or older. Emails from AOL just referred to me by my screenname, same as anyone else. When I registered the email account I use here, it wanted a full name and a birthdate just to sign up. It accepted "Callipraxia Author" as a first and last name, fortunately, but...do not like where the trend is going, to put it mildly.

I quick-googled "surnames that mean writer," and came to the conclusion that if gmail ever stops allowing me to refer to myself as "Callipraxia Author," I could make up the more realistic-sounding "Callie Shriver." A second quick-Google even revealed that there are multiple people who have or have had that name IRL. None of the ones who pop up remotely track onto anything vaguely resembling me, but it's a real name - indeed, I've now noted "Cal Shriver" down on my list of potential pseudonyms, in the unlikely event I'm ever a) formally published and b) am published from behind the screen of a pseudonym. It's not, however, my real name, or anything even vaguely resembling it. I suppose noting "this is not my legal name, just my gmail name/oddly realistic writer pseudonym" on a profile would technically be as effective as using an online handle, but...maybe I'm just elderly-by-internet-standards (33), but representing myself in fandom and social spaces with an obvious screen name just feels like a much better balance between honesty and not being an idiot than the thought of presenting myself as Callie Shriver does, somehow. It's more authentic and safer to be Callipraxia for the most part.

i think kids online should really get back to making internetsonas instead of whatever fuckshit this is with putting their entire real faces, names, ages, and such everywhere. you're not gonna realize how nice internet privacy is until you dont have it anymore and no chance at getting it back. make up a guy and a name and just be that online. make up conflicting details about your completely made up backstory. make a fursona or something

[disordinarybeauty]

The Digital Disintegration of the Self

Digital technology has ushered in a new era of human existence, one marked by a profound transformation of our minds and bodies. The once-tangible boundaries between the physical and virtual realms have blurred, giving rise to a new reality that is both exhilarating and unsettling.

As we increasingly inhabit the digital sphere, our minds are subjected to the relentless bombardment of information and stimuli. The constant influx of data can lead to cognitive overload, fragmented attention spans, and a distorted perception of reality, especially our own lives, bodies and identities. The very nature of our consciousness is being reshaped by the algorithms that govern and rule our online experiences.

Moreover, the psychological pressures of political propaganda, economic inequality and social division exacerbate these trends. The relentless pursuit of material wealth and status can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and isolation. In the face of these challenges, many turn to the digital realm as a means of escape, seeking solace in virtual communities and online distractions.

However, this digital refuge can also become a trap. As we retreat into our screens, we risk further disconnecting from the physical world and the human connections that sustain us. The erosion of social bonds and the decline of face-to-face interaction can have far-reaching consequences for our mental and emotional well-being. We deny our image, we detach from our skin and bones and reject our flesh to live in somebody else staged life or an alternative digital body and identity we build for our escape because the one we live starts to feel too small compared to the enhanced ones the others are synthesising for themselves online.

To navigate this complex landscape, it is essential to cultivate a critical awareness of the impact of technology on our lives. By understanding the mechanisms that shape our digital experiences, we can take steps to reclaim our autonomy and foster a more balanced and meaningful existence because the change is welcome but it must root and grow within us and not be exclusively influenced by our reflection projected by others on the black mirror.

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DIS/vərsə 🥀🪞

[taelweaver]

So my pfp is a point of contention for me. When A few years back, my grandfather shared his genealogy obsession with me, proudly sowing me a family tree tracing as far back as the late Renaissance. This included a black and white heraldry. Since it had color descriptions, I asked for help colonizing it and now it's my pfp. Fast forward many years, and I realize that side of my family is shitty. Like, incest swept under the rug and trumper cult levels of shitty. Now, this pfp leaves a distaste whenever I see it.

I really want to decide on a new pfp. To me, my pfp is as important as my online handle, and it dictates my virtual identity. I don't know where to begin to replace it, since it was so fundamental. Should I make a new heraldry? Sonething else? I haven't a clue.

[laidbackmarco]

Faith in the Flaws: Creating with Authenticity

“People want to judge you based on what you’ve done before, but they don’t know what you’re capable of down the line” Tyler the Creator To Create is to Believe in One’s Vision There’s a well-worn saying that ‘seeing is believing,’ in my quest for not just a good life, but a truly exceptional one, I’ve discovered that some people embrace a different kind of vision. Looking at the legends that…

[blondeanonymous]

I'm in the process of unlearning my natural, modern urge to obsess over and perfect my online identity as if it defines who I am in the physical.

I am finding it difficult to be comfortable with the idea of being perceived as imperfect or undesirable.

Who am I if not someone you want to be or be with?

The pressure feels comfortable and natural, who would I be without it?

It's all I've ever known.

[techdriveplay]

How to Manage Your Digital Footprint

In today’s interconnected world, our online presence is more significant than ever. Every click, share, and post contributes to our digital footprint, shaping how we are perceived both personally and professionally. This comprehensive guide on how to manage your digital footprint aims to equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to take control of your online identity, ensuring it reflects…

[gabbberson]

My Opinion

I felt our overall theme of this week's modules was to get our opinion on online activity at the core. As said in one of this week's videos, there has never been a digital "us" before. This week has spoken a lot to me about my online presence, my identity and the things I choose to share. Although, the things I choose to share with strangers/family/friends are more surface level. Meaning I'll never go into opinions or political things, I don't choose for our government or companies to have my data. Yet in a way I do when I sign onto this kind of life in terms and conditions. I hope that these terms and conditions change in a way that our physical self and digital self die away. Some motion needs to be set in place for this. Some suggestions of this were, after a certain period of inactivity, reading into algorithm of close ones, the allowance of a trusted person with their profile. All ideas these big companies should consider.

Overall, I loved this week's discussion and the places it took my brain to think.

[chaerrycat]

life’s hard but I’m lowkey harder

[poniescanterover]

Okay it's like who am I, you know? Like, I am Ponies. But I am also Sean. And Sean has a last name and a face and a family. And there are things I do and say as Ponies that I don't want my family to see. So, just post everything as Ponies right? Well, maybe it's not that simple. Because Sean needs to exist online too. I can't put my whole presence into my internet persona and neglect the socials that have my government name and face on them. Which means I have to split myself between two places. Which means there's only half as much of me in each place. The internet is hard.

[batsyheere]

Bruce tries to adopt Ellie, who is immediately against it. She keeps throwing him off her trail and he keeps tracking her down. She's honestly concerned, and normally she would handle her problems by herself- but this is Batman.

So when Bruce gets a little too close and Ellie is just so tired... she calls for Danny.

"Mom!"

Cue college student, perpetually tired and overworked Danny "High King Phantom" Fenton appearing from the very shadows Batman normally does himself, seeing the situation and going off at this "clearly older man" chasing his daughter in the middle of the night.

Cue the most elaborate "stop trying to adopt my kid before I adopt yours" series of battles

[wickedzeevyln]

You Brand

Who are you? What do you represent? On a consensus, what impression do people have of you? It is an overlooked fact that we live in a digital world and not only has the job market evolved but has also become more competitive and companies now can scour information at a whim. Scouting for hopefuls with a broad range of skillsets to boast is easily accessible and available from networking…

[myinstafollow]

The Ultimate Guide: How to Change Your Facebook Name in 2023

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[news4nose]

How to Protect Your Online Identity and Reputation

Whenever you’re using your bank account, emailing a colleague, or sharing a photo on social media, each action you make could put your online safety at risk. Identity theft has been a big problem lately because many people don’t pay enough attention to their online security. What we do on the internet can cause big problems in our real lives.

 It’s essential to control and take care of your online identity because it can impact your real life.