Indigoleaning

Indigoleaning is a term that has emerged in discussions surrounding digital cultures and online communication. It describes the act of researching or exploring a topic or person solely through their social media presence, particularly platforms like Instagram or TikTok, without seeking out more traditional or comprehensive sources of information. This approach can lead to a superficial or biased understanding, as social media often presents curated, idealized, or fragmented versions of reality.

The term suggests a reliance on the visual and often emotionally driven content found on these platforms to form opinions or gather knowledge. While social media can be a valuable tool for discovering new ideas or perspectives, indigoleaning implies a lack of critical evaluation or a failure to cross-reference information with established fact-checking sites, academic research, or reputable news outlets. This can result in the spread of misinformation or the formation of simplistic, inaccurate judgments about complex subjects or individuals. The practice is often associated with younger generations who are more immersed in social media ecosystems.