Radio Pulpit I Am Youth

What are parasocial relationships?

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When you feel emotionally invested in your favourite influencer, singer, actress or author, beyond the work that they do, then you might be in a parasocial relationship with them. Sadly, this kind of relationship will always be one-sided, meaning your favourite influencer or creator will never know that you exist.
3 Jun 2022 English South Africa Christianity · Society & Culture

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