Friendship Paradox
The Friendship Paradox is a social phenomenon where, on average, people have fewer friends than their friends have. This happens because individuals with many friends are more visible in social networks, making it more likely for them to be counted as friends by others. Consequently, if you look at your own circle, you might notice that your friends seem to have a larger social network than you do. This paradox highlights how our perceptions of social connections can be skewed, often leading us to underestimate our own social standing relative to others.
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The Friendship Paradox is an observation that, on average, your friends have more friends than you do. This occurs because people with many friends are more likely to be included in your social circle. Since they interact with more people, they have a higher chance of being friends with others, leading to the perception that most friends have larger social networks. This paradox highlights how social networks are structured and can influence our perception of relationships. Essentially, it shows that individual experiences in friendships may not fully represent the broader social landscape.