Not a content creator, but a TikTok user for several years. I really feel like the app changed my life. It opened my world to new cultures and ideas, brought me out of my comfort zone, introduced me to several real life friends. I made big changes in my life as a direct result of TikTok and have improved my life and health significantly as a result. I’ll be really sad to see it go.
In no particular order: - I learned a new language and moved to a new country, as a direct result of what I saw and learned from TikTok. - I learned about countless new cultures from all over the world. - I learned new perspectives about domestic and international politics. - I met a variety of real, online friends and 3 real life friends who I actually spend time with in person. - I was able to learn how to express my emotions in better and more constructive ways. - I learned a ton of random things about every subject matter I can think of—from AI and programming, to psychology, to cooking, to mechanical and electrical engineering, history, medicine, science, etc. As a generalist it’s very important to me, as I’m able to connect information well across diverse subject areas. - I discovered the majority of the music I listen to these days. - I started traveling the world, learning how to do it safely and finding new destinations I didn’t previously know anything about.
The list really goes on and on, but these are some of the quick highlights that come to mind. Thanks for asking!
Thank you for sharing! It sounds like you’ve found a meaningful corner of TikTok! And your response helped me to realize those positive aspects
Just out of curiosity, how did the app improve your life?