The social dilemma is a movie that explains how social media apps are taking you more towards the darker side and tough times. Initially, these apps were not designed with the end result in mind, but they’ve evolved to bring us to this stage. However, I was well aware of these things, but The Social Dilemma really explained it in detail, of how we’re losing touch with ourselves and those around us. A few quotes from the documentary to open your mind:

1. Only two industries in the world call their customers as users: Illegal drugs and Software
2. Most of the employees of these top tech companies don’t allow their children near any screens

After watching the documentary, I wish there were a way to get people out of their phones and get them into real life. Obviously, when people are not on their phones, mostly what they can do is create. Create good friendships, businesses, lifestyle, art, etc – things that actually make life beautiful and worth it.

I opened WhatsApp after this and saw Lahe Lahe’s story about how they’re gonna be hosting some good events at their venue. I thought “damn, that’s what I want people to do”. Then I realized how I or the people around me don’t have access to something like Lahe Lahe. So why not approach K, who is already in this space trying to figure out shit. I texted her.

A few other things to note:

1. I’m currently doing a course from Ankur Warikoo – How to Instagram. He explains how you need to have a WHY before you figure out the HOW and WHAT. Basically Simon Sinek’s golden circle. I’m starting to realize that creating a space where people can express have actually live like humans are supposed to can be my WHY. A few other reasons this can be my WHY:
2. I’ve always supported R and wanted him to have a good career in singing. I really try to be his manager and try to monetize his art. It’s an inner feeling that I just want to help and make him grow and tell the world about this talent. I kinda do the same at FRWD. What I basically do is sell P’s skills or anybody’s who’s on the team and earn money.

With all these things happening together, I have a feeling in my heart that this can be my calling. I can be wrong as well. Either way, I’m gonna try it cuz I don’t wanna have any regrets later that I didn’t pursue something that makes me happy.