Let’s bring back the magic of commenting and liking

We need to bring back the joy of reading comments and seeing engagement by liking a special topic, post, or whatever people appreciate reading. We humans needs to repost, share, and engage with things we like—otherwise, every post will look the same, with no nuance and absolutely no feelings. 

We can’t let AI decide what to write all the time. We need real people behind the keys. Our language and the art of writing are both extremely important for our survival.

Why have we stopped engaging?

The internet I grew up with was once a place of discovery, connection, and genuine interaction – people to people. My forums I was on were packed with comments, sections were buzzed with lively debates, likes and hand typed emojis signaled appreciation, and sharing felt personal.

Algorithms prioritize content that maximizes screen time

This is an epidemic for us who felt a meaningful interaction with each other. Today flooding platforms with low-effort posts and drowning out thoughtful discussion. * Toxicity has also played a role: TROLLING, HATE SPEECH, and BOT-DRVEN comments have made many users retreat from public engagement to avoid negativity or conflict. *

The result? A digital landscape silenced

Together we can beat this game by connecting to each other otherwise you will become the one who has reached the plains of silence. (Mad Max video game)

That happened the same moment when we stopped engaging, we lost more than just interaction—we lost the diversity of thought, the richness of language, and the emotional depth that only real humans can bring. When engagement declines, content becomes homogenized. Algorithms and AI-generated posts dominate, stripping away the nuance and humanity that once made online spaces vibrant. Without likes, comments, and shares, every post risks becoming a sterile echo, devoid of feeling or originality. The art of writing and discussion—essential to critical thinking, creativity, and cultural preservation—is at stake. *

This is written by someone who has been ditched by his girlfriend. It's probably it's friend who's responsible what happened but we will never find out. The language reveals how much this person loves it's partner. The grammar is incorrect but it has a depth. When you are in love, it's easy to feel too much at the time. That's why the bad language has been marked with hard pencil strokes multiple times. There are only four words left –No love, only sad.

Research shows that heavy social media use, especially among younger users, contributes to declines in well-being. The pressure to constantly engage, fear of missing out (FOMO), and the mental toll of online interactions have led many to step back from active participation. But when we disengage, we surrender the digital world to algorithms and machines, losing the human touch that makes it meaningful. * 

An example of how "DOOM SCROLLING" affects you. You are feeling empty and nothing matters anymore.

Let's bring back the magic

We have to redesign platforms to prioritize genuine interaction over algorithmic efficiency. This means slowing down the doom scrolling for a dopamine rush and instead highlighting thoughtful comments, and rewarding depth over virality. Moderation should foster respect without stifling debate, creating spaces where users feel safe to participate. *

We also need to engage and celebrate the comment section. Comments are not just replies—they are valuable for the forum that adds layers of meaning to discussions. Discussions are the same interaction with another humans. I am talking about humans because today you can't be sure if you are talking to a BOT or an actual person. My guess is everyone who are reading this would rather speak to a real person instead of an AI.

That's why platforms should treat them as such, allowing users to upvote replies and creating features that make discussion as rewarding as creation.

Most importantly, we must encourage sharing with purpose. Whether it’s a repost, a like, or a comment, every engagement shapes the digital landscape. Without it, the internet risks becoming a one-way broadcast, not a conversation run by the corporates who practically own "internet" today.

You have a mission

Each of us has now a part to play. By liking, commenting, and sharing what moves us, we signal to others that their voice matters. We have to support human creators, seeking out and let their work shine because it's made or written by real humans. The flaws, the quirks, the imperfections, and the passion of human expression are what AI cannot replicate. It strives for perfection and cannot see flaws.

We don't want the web to ending up looking like Gastown where greed is conquering. (Mad Max (video game)

Our children should be thought the value of thoughtful engagement. Internet should never be a spot just for consuming filled with paywalls and horrible surveillance features to track down every human being in the world. It should be a free area, a place where your creative flows, you connect to others, share and care for each other. By showing younger users how to engage meaningfully, we ensure that the magic of the web lives on. It can be a free roaming savanna once again. I'm sure of it.

The Internet should be a free area to explore with no boundaries. (Mad Max video game)

The decline of commenting and liking is not inevitable. It is a choice—one we can reverse by valuing human interaction over algorithmic efficiency. The magic of the internet lies in its ability to bring back people together, spark ideas, and reflect the full spectrum of human experience. 

Just remember: If you’re on a forum or social media and suddenly realize something feels off—like the tone turns toxic, the discussion spirals, or the content loses its humanity—it’s better to step away. As the old saying goes, ‘When the storm is coming, you’d better seek shelter.’ (Mad Max video game’s survival ethos.

Let’s not abandon that magic to silence or machines. 

The future of the web depends on it.

FINALLY, A QUESTION: Who will be the first one to comment this post?

There's a prize for all of you to win.