"Parasocial" . "Weighing in". But Mr. Trump’s advisers discouraged him from weighing in on the issue for national security reasons when he recently met with China’s leader, Xi Jinping.

But Mr. Trump’s advisers discouraged him from weighing in on the issue for national security reasons when he recently met with China’s leader, Xi Jinping. Mr. Trump instead said Mr. Huang would have to negotiate directly with the Chinese.

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"Weighing in" can refer to two main things: contributing your opinion or expertise to a discussion, or the act of being officially weighed, especially for a sports competition. For example, a senator might "weigh in" with a blistering attack on a policy, or a boxer will "weigh in" at a specific weight before a fight. 

"Parasocial" refers to a one-sided, imaginary relationship in which a person extends emotional energy, interest, and time toward a public figure (like a celebrity or content creator) who is completely unaware of their existence. These relationships, also known as parasocial interactions or relationships, are common and often form through media consumption, especially with the rise of social media. While generally harmless, an excessive focus on these relationships can become detrimental.

Characteristics of parasocial relationshipsOne-sided: The public figure is unaware of the fan, while the fan feels a genuine connection.
Mediated: They are formed through media such as television, movies, news, and especially social media platforms like YouTube and TikTok.
Emotional investment: The individual invests time, emotional energy, and interest in the public figure, building trust and empathy through repeated exposure.

Examples and types of figuresCelebrities: Actors, musicians, athletes.
Media personalities: Influencers, content creators.
Fictional characters: Characters from books, TV shows, or movies.
Organizations: Sports teams.

Potential impactsPositive: Can foster a sense of belonging, improve confidence, and provide an outlet for emotions. They can also be engaging, inspiring, or educational.
Negative: If relationships become too intense, they can lead to disappointment or be prioritized over real-life connections. In extreme cases, they can negatively influence an individual, potentially to the point of being harmful.

How to maintain a healthy balanceRecognize the boundary: Remember that you are only seeing what the public figure chooses to show you.
Prioritize real relationships: Ensure your focus on parasocial relationships does not replace your real-world connections.
Seek help if needed: If you find yourself making others uncomfortable or prioritizing these relationships over real ones, it may be time to seek professional help.









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擬社會人際互動，或準社會交互關係（英語：Parasocial interaction，縮寫：PSI），是唐納德·霍頓（Donald Horton）和理查·沃荷於1956年提出的概念，是指「指媒體使用者