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A meme is an idea, behavior, or style that spreads by means of imitation from person to person within a culture and often carries symbolic meaning representing a particular phenomenon or theme.
An Internet meme or meme, is a cultural item that is spread via the Internet, often through social media platforms. The name is by the concept of memes proposed by Richard Dawkins in 1972. Internet memes can take various forms, such as images, videos, GIFs, and various other viral sensations.
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When I was one a lot of it has to do with the video format IMO. No one wants to watch an hour long verticle video on their app for getting random funny videos.
I haven't been onto tiktok for a long time but when I was using it it wasn't for deep content just something to scroll through when I had a few minutes of free time.
Was it healthy? Probably not but I don't really think it's related to attention span like so many people think it is. Tiktok is just the wrong format for long videos.
Yeah it's like, I'm not gonna watch a movie when I'm sitting on the toilet or taking a short break on the couch. Same reason for why I go on here when I'm on the tram or similar
It's intentionally meant to just be a low effort break activity. You very much can watch or read short-term media with intention
The Lawrence of Arabia toilet challenge is tough, but rewarding. Intermission is welcome because you can get off the toilet and watch a couple of tiktok shorts.