The hidden power of social media

In this episode of Move Right, Zach explores a perspective that often gets overlooked in today’s conversations about technology: Can social media actually make your life better? While most discussions focus on the dangers, distractions, and negativity that come with social platforms, Zach shares a recent experience that challenged that narrative and reminded him of the incredible potential social media has to create meaningful relationships, community, and personal growth. Drawing from a transformational retreat with men from around the world—many of whom he originally met through X—Zach reflects on the power of connecting with people who share similar values, goals, and interests regardless of geography. He discusses why genuine community has become harder to find in modern life, how social media can expand the pool of people we learn from and grow alongside, and why intentional connection is often far more valuable than endless scrolling. Rather than seeing social media as something that only divides people, he argues that it can be used as a tool to find mentors, peers, accountability, and lifelong friendships. Through the lens of Move Right, this episode challenges listeners to stop viewing social media as either entirely good or entirely bad and instead ask a better question: How can I use this tool intentionally? Zach encourages people to seek out communities that inspire growth, take online relationships into the real world when possible, and invest in relationships that sharpen, challenge, and encourage them. This is a conversation for anyone who feels disconnected, wants deeper relationships, or is looking for ways to use technology to move their life in a more meaningful direction. To watch the full conversation, find Move Right with Zach and Jake on YouTube at @ZKosturos.Additional Discussion Topics:Why social media is often judged only by its downsidesHow online communities can create real-world friendshipsThe value of connecting with people who share similar values and goalsWhy intentional engagement is more powerful than passive scrollingHow community influences growth, opportunity, and personal developmentThe importance of taking relationships from online to offlineWhy investing in community often produces outsized returnsHow surrounding yourself with the right people helps you move right on the bell curveThe difference between consuming content and building meaningful connectionsUsing technology as a tool for growth rather than distraction