It's Been a Minute How to win (or lose) a break up on social media
Jun 9, 2025
Rebecca Jennings, a senior correspondent at Vox, dives into the explosive world of breakup culture on social media. She discusses how public posts can capture both the humor and heartbreak of breakups. The conversation examines the fine line between personal expression and privacy invasion, highlighting the risks and potential communal healing that come with sharing these experiences online. Jennings explores the influence of celebrity splits and viral moments, shedding light on the complexities of navigating breakups in the digital realm.
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Rebecca Jennings' Breakup Reaction
- Rebecca Jennings shares a personal reaction to a heart-breaking relationship betrayal.
- Initially posts impulsively but quickly removes it and takes time offline to recover and improve.
Breakup Posting as Coping
- Posting breakups online serves as a coping mechanism, especially for Gen Z.
- It helps them process pain by sharing with a digital community similar to traditional in-person support.
Risks of Public Breakup Posting
- Posting about breakups can quickly escalate beyond original intent and cause unintended harm.
- The internet's unpredictable reactions make public breakup disclosures risky for personal reputations.