The media and its algorithms are capable of spreading joy and wholesome ideas, but the real question is how people's communication skills can grow for the better.

1. Algorithms promote unity and opportunity for users to form communities.

Algorithms are tailored to share specific content with a user that will encourage them to connect with people who share their beliefs, interests, etc. It can even go as far as to alleviate depression and its outcomes. Interestingly, a study conducted in recent years has found, "That the sense of shared identity, trust, informational support, and emotional support have positive effects on depression." Joshua Treadman, one of my interviewees, agreed, saying that he is able to relax and find comfort in some of his online communities.

2. The ability to have difficult conversations more openly.

As we well know, history has shown that society has often sheltered certain people and demographics from information that should arguably be shared. A few examples of this include openly sharing true feelings and struggles, hiding scandals like family members with disabilities or female relatives being raped, and outright ignoring problems like child labor and known illegal activities. Online, nothing can stay a secret. Everyone is in everyone's business. People are now further inclined to speak out because information is widespread. Now, some people may argue this is a negative impact, but it can go both ways depending on how often and in what quantities users are consuming it.