The document discusses various aspects of digital life and social media. It provides tips on developing an online identity and presence, connecting with others, maintaining relationships both online and offline, and balancing digital life with real life. While critics point to dangers of the internet, the author believes that with proper precautions, the benefits of digital connections can outweigh the risks. Communities online can provide support and opportunities to learn, engage in passions, and make a positive impact.

2. What is Digital Life?
Manifestation of our real lives, online
Exploration, networking, community
Connection to those who mean most to you
Opportunities to learn and branch out
Boundless information

3. Connecting is Just the
Beginning
Most people are now on e-mail, searching the web,
and one social network or more
We value the connections we already have and want
to maintain and improve them
What are your goals for your life online?
How do you want to spend your time?

5. What the Critics Say
Critics of the Internet and digital life focus on the
dangers and the unknown
Safety and security, privacy and anonymity are at
stake
Is it really your life or a facsimile?
It’s full of haters and negative energy

6. Perspective
The critics are not wrong, but they’re not right
After move than 30 years online, I feel benefits
mostly positive
Worked on back end of technology, on Internet
companies and digital publications—seen it all
Always risks, but they’re usually worth it

7. Getting Drawn In…
I’ve been online since age nine
Made many of my best friends online
Built my relationship with my husband partly online
My online community kept me sane (and arguably,
alive) during darkest times of my life

8. Inventing .YOU
Develop a vision for what you want to reflect online
Pick a place to call home online
Create and share digital content that reflects the authentic
you
Control your digital identity through all kinds of online
content—text, images, audio, and video
Optimize content for search engines, secure your access

9. Your Digital Persona
Profile photo
Profile summary / description
Authentic content
Sharing ideas and information interesting to you
Following and connecting with others

10. The Right Social Network(s)
for You?
Facebook – Friends, common interests, causes
YouTube – Videos
Twitter – Media, real-time
LinkedIn – Business, networking
Pinterest – Images, bloggers, projects
Instagram – Photos, themes, key ideas

11. Friending is Trending
Find and connect with your friends apart from public
followers
Group friends based on closeness, interests
Share only whatever is comfortable to you, and be careful
not to over-share
Don’t get hung up on comments and “likes”
If you make a social error online, fix it immediately

12. Love in the Time of
Messaging
We all need words, images, and sounds to communicate
well, particularly in romantic relationships
It takes time and practice to learn to communicate
romantically online
We now have more options available than ever to meet
prospective partners online
When in doubt, take it offline

13. The Kids are Online
Protect your child’s digital footprint & identity from day 1
Keep communicating with your kids about digital media,
how and why they’re using it
Stay on the lookout for cyberbullying, identity theft, and
other threats
Digital natives will always be 1 step ahead
Model positive digital etiquette as parents

15. Family Digital Policies
Staying in touch with parents
Limiting screen time
Ethical use of technology
Devices live where everyone can see them
Never undressing with a camera present

17. The Senior Moment
Seniors are spending more time online, with half of U.S.
adults over sixty-five online and 43 percent using social
media
Teaching seniors to use digital media is well worth the
time
Seniors need to understand the importance of basic
security practices, like password protection
The Internet is great for all ages

18. The Passion of the Web
You can find ways to indulge in almost any passion,
hobby, activity, or interest online
The Internet is great for all kinds of laughs—not just LOL
Cats
We’ve almost gotten to the point where you can find any
show, any song, or any video in digital media
Now you can design your home, collect art, find new
recipes, and enjoy sports online at any time

19. There’s No Business Like E-
Business
Keep business and personal digital life separate—
separate e-mail and separate time for digital projects
Build any social media strategy with your short- and long-
term goals in mind
Don’t be afraid to advertise and raise money online—take
it slowly, iterating as needed
Always assume your business will be seen by others, so
keep it positive and authentic with your brand

20. Digital Media Strategies for
Business
E-mail lists, outreach
Website / business home online
Blogging, outgoing content
Social networks appealing to your audience
Influencers, customers, connectors, supporters

22. Community is the Key
Finding the right community or communities and social
networks for you can take time, but it’s worth the effort
Blogging can open amazing doors
The Internet is not immune to gender bias
Don’t feed the trolls
Community is the key to a thriving digital life

23. The Difference a Tweet
Makes
If you want to make a difference in your community, you
can do it online
Political candidates, government organizations, and
nonprofit causes are all online now
Digital engagement can raise awareness and get
attention from government officials and decision-makers
Stay informed—Internet policy issues are also about you

24. Hashtags
Just like search terms
Key words and phrases
Themes and concepts
Excellent for current events

25. What We Leave Behind
Take advantage of digital media to leave a legacy for your
family
Don’t be afraid to lean on your online community for
support in times of grief
Sharing public remembrances can make a big impact
Curate your own legacy, keeping digital documents and
images in mind

26. Social Media Dependence
Overuse is a real thing
Think about what you really want people to see
Take a Technology Shabbat or a digital detox
vacation
Get help if it causes problems in your life

27. A Stitch in Digital Time
Prioritize your time online based on your goals
Curate your content so it’s meaningful, useful
Spend time with the people & communities
meaningful to you
Pay it forward / What you put in will come back to
you

28. It All Goes Back to .YOU
Remember your goals
Think about how you want to spend your time--online
and off
Be your authentic self and reap the rewards
Always think about your audience: friends,
colleagues, etc.

29. The Digital Mystique
How the Culture of Connectivity Can Empower Your Life—Online
and Off

30. Questions / Discussion
Sarah Granger
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