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Furyflipping

Scrolling hundreds of social media posts to find one to get upset about

By Scott ChristensonPublished 8 months ago Updated 8 months ago 2 min read
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Furyflipping
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Scrolling hundreds of social media posts to find one to get upset about.

Furyflipping : a modern variation of furyscrolling; to flip out while scrolling.

I've invented a new word, but haven't had any ideas on how to write a fun story about being angry, so here's an AI generated one to reach the minimum wordcount of 200 in order to be able to post this. The story is not bad (?)

Once upon a time, in the bustling city of Everland, there lived a man named Mike. Mike was an ordinary guy with an extraordinary habit - he loved to scroll through social media in search of something to get angry about. He had coined this peculiar action as "furyscrolling."

Every day, Mike would sit in front of his computer, eagerly waiting for the latest updates from his friends and acquaintances. He would meticulously analyze each post, comment, and article, hoping to find something that would ignite his anger. Whether it was a controversial political statement, a heated debate, or a seemingly innocent picture that he could misinterpret, Mike was always on the lookout for a reason to be furious.

His friends often wondered why Mike chose to spend his time this way. They couldn't understand why he was constantly seeking out negativity and conflict. But for Mike, it was a way to feel alive. The surge of adrenaline he experienced when engaging in online arguments gave him a sense of purpose and excitement.

However, as time went on, Mike began to realize that his constant furyscrolling was taking a toll on his mental health. He found himself becoming more irritable and less satisfied with his own life. The anger that once fueled him now left him feeling drained and empty.

One day, as Mike sat in front of his computer, ready to embark on another furious scrolling session, he paused. He asked himself why he was doing this. Was there a better way to channel his energy? Could he find happiness and fulfillment elsewhere?

With these questions in mind, Mike made a decision. He closed his social media accounts and embarked on a journey of self-discovery. He sought out hobbies that brought him joy, spent more time with loved ones, and focused on personal growth.

As the days turned into weeks, Mike found himself feeling happier and more content. He realized that there was so much more to life than getting angry online. He discovered the beauty of genuine connections, meaningful conversations, and personal achievements.

From that day forward, Mike left behind his furyscrolling habit and embraced a new outlook on life. He became an advocate for positivity and understanding, spreading kindness wherever he went.

And so, the story of Mike teaches us that sometimes, we need to step away from the virtual world and embrace the real one. Life is too short to be consumed by anger and negativity. Instead, let us focus on what truly matters - love, compassion, and the pursuit of genuine happiness.

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About the Creator

Scott Christenson

Born and raised in Milwaukee WI, living in Hong Kong. Hoping to share some of my experiences w short story & non-fiction writing. Have a few shortlisted on Reedsy:

https://blog.reedsy.com/creative-writing-prompts/author/scott-christenson/

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  • Alice Bobby5 months ago

    Fantastic news, part of it is available on V. AI offers some insightful guidance. https://tunnelrush3d.com

  • Novel Allen7 months ago

    Great word, some of it going on here on V. Ai has some good advice.

  • Reply to you: I loved that word so much! Reply to AI: Don't tell me what to do! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • I think I've been the target of "Furyscrolling" before haha. This is a beautiful message about how our emotions can change and adapt based on what we focus on. Great piece!

  • Good word and AI wrote a fairly decent story.

  • Hannah Moore8 months ago

    It's funny that you kind of "skipped" the story, cause I nearly did too. I read the definition and thought "brilliant. That's all I need to read".

  • Paul Stewart8 months ago

    excellent word that should be part of the lexicon! we all know people that engage in the practice! well done, Scott!

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