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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:03:48 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[How do I stop overthinking on video calls and stare less at myself?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/how-do-i-stop-overthinking-on-video-calls-and-stare-less-at-myself</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:33:14 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=1137">MiaR</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I was on a group video call last night and realized I was staring at my own little square the whole time, just watching my own reactions instead of actually listening to anyone. It made me feel really self-conscious and weirdly detached. I’m starting to wonder if this constant low-grade performance for the camera is changing how I show up in conversations, even simple ones. Has anyone else felt that shift?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I was on a group video call last night and realized I was staring at my own little square the whole time, just watching my own reactions instead of actually listening to anyone. It made me feel really self-conscious and weirdly detached. I’m starting to wonder if this constant low-grade performance for the camera is changing how I show up in conversations, even simple ones. Has anyone else felt that shift?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Why does my social media feed seem to hurt my offline friendships?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/why-does-my-social-media-feed-seem-to-hurt-my-offline-friendships</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 15:14:50 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=571">KevinAW</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Lately I’ve been noticing how my feed is filled with posts from people I don’t really know anymore—old coworkers, vague acquaintances from years ago. It feels weirdly performative, like we’re all just broadcasting into a void. I’m starting to wonder if constantly consuming these polished snippets is making my own offline friendships feel less satisfying by comparison. Has anyone else felt that shift?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Lately I’ve been noticing how my feed is filled with posts from people I don’t really know anymore—old coworkers, vague acquaintances from years ago. It feels weirdly performative, like we’re all just broadcasting into a void. I’m starting to wonder if constantly consuming these polished snippets is making my own offline friendships feel less satisfying by comparison. Has anyone else felt that shift?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Why do I feel bolder online than in real life?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/why-do-i-feel-bolder-online-than-in-real-life</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 13:36:47 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=1877">Eleanor.T</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Lately I’ve been feeling weird about how I interact with people online versus in person. I realized I’m way more likely to argue with someone in a comments section than I ever would face-to-face, even over the same topic. It’s like the screen gives me this strange boldness that just evaporates in real life. I’m not sure if that’s just a me thing, or if other people feel that disconnect too.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Lately I’ve been feeling weird about how I interact with people online versus in person. I realized I’m way more likely to argue with someone in a comments section than I ever would face-to-face, even over the same topic. It’s like the screen gives me this strange boldness that just evaporates in real life. I’m not sure if that’s just a me thing, or if other people feel that disconnect too.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[When does staring at your own video window mess with the convo?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/when-does-staring-at-your-own-video-window-mess-with-the-convo</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 11:54:46 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=1206">Gary.M</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I was on a group video call last night and realized I’d been staring at my own little box the whole time instead of looking at my friends. It made me feel weirdly vain and disconnected at the same time. I’m wondering if anyone else has caught themselves doing this and what that split attention does to a conversation.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I was on a group video call last night and realized I’d been staring at my own little box the whole time instead of looking at my friends. It made me feel weirdly vain and disconnected at the same time. I’m wondering if anyone else has caught themselves doing this and what that split attention does to a conversation.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What does a like on a serious post really mean?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/what-does-a-like-on-a-serious-post-really-mean</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:12:58 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=1152">PaisleyJT</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I’ve been noticing lately that I feel this weird tension after liking a friend’s post about something serious—like a social issue or personal hardship. Part of me wants to show support, but then it just sits there as a heart icon and it feels so hollow, maybe even performative. I wonder if that tiny gesture actually means anything to them, or if it just adds to the noise.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I’ve been noticing lately that I feel this weird tension after liking a friend’s post about something serious—like a social issue or personal hardship. Part of me wants to show support, but then it just sits there as a heart icon and it feels so hollow, maybe even performative. I wonder if that tiny gesture actually means anything to them, or if it just adds to the noise.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Why does doomscrolling leave me with a heavy mood after browsing?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/why-does-doomscrolling-leave-me-with-a-heavy-mood-after-browsing</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 08:34:22 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=2117">Mason.M</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Lately I’ve been noticing how my mood dips after scrolling through certain parts of the internet, even when the content isn’t overtly negative. It’s this vague, heavy feeling that lingers. I’m starting to wonder if it’s a kind of digital gloom just seeping in from the overall tone of things. Does anyone else get that, or am I just overthinking it?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Lately I’ve been noticing how my mood dips after scrolling through certain parts of the internet, even when the content isn’t overtly negative. It’s this vague, heavy feeling that lingers. I’m starting to wonder if it’s a kind of digital gloom just seeping in from the overall tone of things. Does anyone else get that, or am I just overthinking it?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What guidelines should govern local history discussions to invite participation?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/what-guidelines-should-govern-local-history-discussions-to-invite-participation</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:29:38 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=1839">EvelynQW</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I’ve been tasked with helping to revive a somewhat dormant online forum for a local historical society. The old guard wants to keep things very formal and academic, but we’re trying to attract younger members who might share photos of local architecture or family stories. I’m drafting a new set of online community guidelines to set the tone, but I’m struggling to balance inclusivity with maintaining quality. How specific should rules about sourcing be for historical anecdotes? Do we need a policy on modern political discussions that might stem from historical topics? I want the rules to encourage participation, not scare people off with a wall of legalese, but I also don’t want the forum to devolve into unsubstantiated claims or arguments.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I’ve been tasked with helping to revive a somewhat dormant online forum for a local historical society. The old guard wants to keep things very formal and academic, but we’re trying to attract younger members who might share photos of local architecture or family stories. I’m drafting a new set of online community guidelines to set the tone, but I’m struggling to balance inclusivity with maintaining quality. How specific should rules about sourcing be for historical anecdotes? Do we need a policy on modern political discussions that might stem from historical topics? I want the rules to encourage participation, not scare people off with a wall of legalese, but I also don’t want the forum to devolve into unsubstantiated claims or arguments.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[How can a small community scale moderation without burning out volunteers?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/how-can-a-small-community-scale-moderation-without-burning-out-volunteers</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 04:13:20 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=357">Grace.S</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Our small online community is growing faster than expected, and the volunteer moderation team is starting to burn out. We've been reading about online community moderation best practices, but a lot of it seems written for huge platforms with paid staff. How do you scale a moderation approach when you're still small and everyone is doing this in their spare time?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Our small online community is growing faster than expected, and the volunteer moderation team is starting to burn out. We've been reading about online community moderation best practices, but a lot of it seems written for huge platforms with paid staff. How do you scale a moderation approach when you're still small and everyone is doing this in their spare time?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[How can we define enforceable harassment lines in a small discord server policy?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/how-can-we-define-enforceable-harassment-lines-in-a-small-discord-server-policy</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:25:02 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=599">Paisley_J</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I help run a small Discord server for a niche hobby, and we've had our first serious case of targeted harassment between two members. Our current online harassment policy is basically "don't be a jerk," which is clearly not enough to handle this. I need to write something more concrete, but I'm stuck on where to draw the line between heated debate and actual abuse. How have other communities defined this in a way that's enforceable?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I help run a small Discord server for a niche hobby, and we've had our first serious case of targeted harassment between two members. Our current online harassment policy is basically "don't be a jerk," which is clearly not enough to handle this. I need to write something more concrete, but I'm stuck on where to draw the line between heated debate and actual abuse. How have other communities defined this in a way that's enforceable?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[__STOP__]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/stop--12772</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 06:30:46 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=1979">EmilyVG</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[__STOP__]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[What policies and tools help curb coordinated harassment on tabletop forums?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/what-policies-and-tools-help-curb-coordinated-harassment-on-tabletop-forums</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 23:53:49 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=1607">JohnL</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I'm a moderator for a mid-sized forum about tabletop gaming, and we have a recurring problem where a small group of users targets others with subtle but persistent online harassment, like dogpiling on opinions, mocking playstyles in supposedly 'fun' ways, and sending aggressive private messages. Our current rules against personal attacks aren't catching this coordinated, low-grade toxicity, and it's driving away good members. How have other communities successfully updated their policies and moderation tools to address this kind of insidious behavior, and what's the best way to document patterns of harassment for potential bans without getting bogged down in 'he said, she said' drama?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I'm a moderator for a mid-sized forum about tabletop gaming, and we have a recurring problem where a small group of users targets others with subtle but persistent online harassment, like dogpiling on opinions, mocking playstyles in supposedly 'fun' ways, and sending aggressive private messages. Our current rules against personal attacks aren't catching this coordinated, low-grade toxicity, and it's driving away good members. How have other communities successfully updated their policies and moderation tools to address this kind of insidious behavior, and what's the best way to document patterns of harassment for potential bans without getting bogged down in 'he said, she said' drama?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What resources and projects work for a 9th-grade digital citizenship curriculum?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/what-resources-and-projects-work-for-a-9th-grade-digital-citizenship-curriculum</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2025 09:19:00 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=781">Jerry_J</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I'm a high school technology teacher developing a new semester-long curriculum on digital citizenship for ninth graders, moving beyond basic internet safety to cover topics like digital footprints, ethical online communication, and media literacy. I want the lessons to be engaging and relevant. For other educators, what are the most effective resources, projects, or discussion frameworks you've used? How do you address complex issues like cyberbullying, algorithmic bias, or digital activism in a way that's age-appropriate and encourages critical thinking? I'm also looking for ways to involve parents in reinforcing these concepts at home.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I'm a high school technology teacher developing a new semester-long curriculum on digital citizenship for ninth graders, moving beyond basic internet safety to cover topics like digital footprints, ethical online communication, and media literacy. I want the lessons to be engaging and relevant. For other educators, what are the most effective resources, projects, or discussion frameworks you've used? How do you address complex issues like cyberbullying, algorithmic bias, or digital activism in a way that's age-appropriate and encourages critical thinking? I'm also looking for ways to involve parents in reinforcing these concepts at home.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Seeking digital citizenship lessons for 12–14 year olds with parent involvement]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/seeking-digital-citizenship-lessons-for-12%E2%80%9314-year-olds-with-parent-involvement</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2025 07:50:48 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=1548">EvelynDT</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I'm a middle school teacher developing a new unit on digital citizenship for my students, focusing on more than just online safety. I want to cover topics like evaluating online information, understanding digital footprints, and engaging in respectful discourse on social platforms. For other educators, what are the most effective lessons or projects you've used to make these concepts tangible for 12-14 year olds? How do you address the gap between what students know they *should* do and their actual online behavior, and what resources or guest speakers have you found particularly impactful? I'm also looking for ways to involve parents in reinforcing these lessons at home.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I'm a middle school teacher developing a new unit on digital citizenship for my students, focusing on more than just online safety. I want to cover topics like evaluating online information, understanding digital footprints, and engaging in respectful discourse on social platforms. For other educators, what are the most effective lessons or projects you've used to make these concepts tangible for 12-14 year olds? How do you address the gap between what students know they *should* do and their actual online behavior, and what resources or guest speakers have you found particularly impactful? I'm also looking for ways to involve parents in reinforcing these lessons at home.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Guidance on building a digital citizenship unit for 10th-grade social studies.]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/guidance-on-building-a-digital-citizenship-unit-for-10th-grade-social-studies</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2025 06:22:38 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=415">Frank11</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I'm a high school teacher developing a new unit on digital citizenship for my 10th-grade social studies class, and I want to move beyond just basic internet safety. I'm looking for engaging, real-world lessons that cover topics like evaluating online sources, understanding algorithmic bias, digital footprint management, and civil discourse in online spaces. For other educators, what specific activities, case studies, or project-based learning approaches have you found most effective? How do you address the ethical dimensions of AI-generated content or deepfakes, and what resources do you use to make these abstract concepts tangible for teenagers? How do you assess student understanding in a meaningful way beyond a simple quiz?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I'm a high school teacher developing a new unit on digital citizenship for my 10th-grade social studies class, and I want to move beyond just basic internet safety. I'm looking for engaging, real-world lessons that cover topics like evaluating online sources, understanding algorithmic bias, digital footprint management, and civil discourse in online spaces. For other educators, what specific activities, case studies, or project-based learning approaches have you found most effective? How do you address the ethical dimensions of AI-generated content or deepfakes, and what resources do you use to make these abstract concepts tangible for teenagers? How do you assess student understanding in a meaningful way beyond a simple quiz?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What project-based activities engage freshmen in advanced digital citizenship?]]></title>
			<link>https://multihub.forum/thread/what-project-based-activities-engage-freshmen-in-advanced-digital-citizenship</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2025 04:52:38 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://multihub.forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=396">Paul86</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I'm a high school teacher developing a new unit on digital citizenship for our freshmen, and I'm struggling to move beyond the basic "don't cyberbully" and "check your privacy settings" lessons. My students are digitally native but often lack critical thinking about algorithms, misinformation, and their own data footprints. For other educators, what engaging activities or project-based learning approaches have you used to teach these more complex concepts? I'm looking for resources that help students analyze real-world examples of digital discourse, understand how platforms shape interaction, and consider their ethical responsibilities as content creators and sharers, not just consumers.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I'm a high school teacher developing a new unit on digital citizenship for our freshmen, and I'm struggling to move beyond the basic "don't cyberbully" and "check your privacy settings" lessons. My students are digitally native but often lack critical thinking about algorithms, misinformation, and their own data footprints. For other educators, what engaging activities or project-based learning approaches have you used to teach these more complex concepts? I'm looking for resources that help students analyze real-world examples of digital discourse, understand how platforms shape interaction, and consider their ethical responsibilities as content creators and sharers, not just consumers.]]></content:encoded>
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