Hey Yuanwei,
I liked that you discussed the importance of feeling understood and accepted in a community. I was particularly interested in the part where you mentioned the psychological and emotional components to the notion of “safety.” I think sometimes when we think of safety it’s easy to consider only the physical aspect and not so much the mental component.
In the case of using social media, I agree that when people feel protected and heard within a community it could be more effective to facilitate meaningful debate and discussion. In the interview by Miller and Simpson (2021), they believed this could be accomplished by building an inclusive PLN. Do you have any other suggestions on how one may facilitate or perhaps promote a welcoming environment for others to participate in safe and thought-provoking discussions?
Sincerely,
Kathy