What Is Like Having FOMO?

TRANSCRIPT

Host: Hello and welcome back to our beloved listeners! This

is the 8-minute English podcast series on the Learn English
Podcast channel. I'm your host, Nathan, and it's a pleasure to
have you with us again.
Host: Before we get into today's topic, I want to ask you
something. Are you constantly feeling like you're missing
out on the best parties, the latest trends, or the most exciting
adventures? If so, you're not alone.
Host: The fear of missing out, or "FOMO," is a very
common psychological phenomenon in our modern, hyper-
connected world.
Host: In this podcast, we'll dive deep into the origins, causes,
and effects of FOMO, with a particular focus on how social
media has created this issue.
Host: Also, we've prepared a special free PDF for this
episode, full of useful tips and vocabulary to help enhance
your learning. Make sure to check it out!
Host: So join us as we explore the highs and lows of the fear
of missing out.
Host: Hello everyone, in our presentation today Jack and I are
going to talk about FOMO - the "Fear of Missing Out.
Host: FOMO is a very common feeling that many people
experience in our modern world. Host: It's the fear that you're
missing out on something important or fun that other people
are doing. Miss out on something=bebahra qolmoq;quruq
qolmoq.
Host: That's right. FOMO can make you feel left out or
anxious that you're not part of the latest trend or social
activity. It's that nagging(uzoq vaqt davom etadigan) feeling
that you should be somewhere else, doing something else.
Host: FOMO is driven by our natural human desire to be
socially connected and part of a group. When we see our
friends or others posting about the great time they're having, it
can make us feel like we're missing out.
Host: The term "FOMO" was first used in the early 2000s,
but the underlying fear of missing out has existed for much
longer. Humans have always had a natural tendency to want
to be part of a social group and not be left out.
Host: That's true. Back in the day, before social media,
people would get FOMO from things like not being invited to
a party or not being included in plans with friends. It was
more localized to your immediate social circle.
Host: Alright, let's talk about the connection between FOMO
and social media.
Host: Social media platforms are a major driver(omil,sabab)
of FOMO these days. When we constantly see our friends and
peers posting about the fun, exciting, or important things
they're doing, it can make us feel like we're missing out.
Host: Definitely. With social media, we have a window into
everyone else's lives that we've never had before. We see the
highlights, the parties, the adventures.
Host: Exactly. Social media creates a fear of missing out on
experiences, events, or social connections that others seem to
be having. This can lead to a lot of anxiety and
dissatisfaction with our own lives.

Host: And it's not just about social events. Social media also
exposes us to the latest trends, products, and opportunities.
Seeing everyone else jump on the newest bandwagon can
make us worried about being left behind.
Host: That's a great point. FOMO on social media isn't just
about missing out on fun - it's also about missing out on
important information, connections, or chances to get ahead.
Host: As we've discussed, FOMO is very closely tied to
social media use. Let's talk about how this can impact our
mental health.
Host: FOMO triggered by social media can lead to a lot of
negative feelings, like anxiety and depression. Constantly
seeing others having fun or succeeding can make us feel
bad about our own lives.
Host: That's right. When we see our friends and peers posting
about their awesome experiences, it's easy to feel like our own
lives don't measure up. This can really hurt our self-esteem
(o’zini hurmat qilish,o’ziga bo’lgan hurmat) and overall
happiness.
Host: FOMO creates a vicious cycle(muammolar girdobi) -
the more we use social media, the more FOMO we feel,
which then makes us use social media even more to try to
keep up. This can be very draining mentally and emotionally.
Host: Absolutely. FOMO has been linked to increased
feelings of loneliness, and even addiction to social media.
Constantly worrying about missing out takes a big toll.
Host: Even if we're not experiencing FOMO directly, the
habit of constantly checking social media and comparing
ourselves to others is just not good for our mental health.
Host: Okay, let's talk about how FOMO can impact our
decision making, especially when it comes to social activities
and spending money.
Host: FOMO can really influence the choices we make.
When we see our friends going to a cool event or buying the
latest trendy item, it can make us feel like we need to do the
same thing, even if it doesn't actually align with our interests
or budget.
Host: FOMO can lead us to make decisions that we might
later regret, just because we don't want to feel left out. We
might go to a party we don't really want to attend, or buy
something we can't really afford.
Host: And this doesn't just apply to social events - FOMO can
also impact bigger life decisions. We might take a job we're
not excited about, or move to a city we don't really want to
live in, just because it seems like the trendy or popular choice.
Host: Being aware of how FOMO influences our decision
making is really important. We have to learn to tune out the
pressure to keep up with others and focus on what's best for
our own lives.
Host: Now that we've heard some wonderful weekend stories,
let's talk about some key vocabulary related to our topic.
Host: First up, 'tendency.' If somebody/something has a
particular tendency, they are likely to behave or act in a
particular way. There is a tendency for this disease to run in
families.
Host: Next is 'connection.' Something that connects two facts,
ideas, etc. Consumers are more likely to buy something from
a person or shop they feel a personal connection to.
Host: Depression' is another noun. A medical condition in
which a person feels very sad, anxious and without hope and
often has physical symptoms such as being unable to sleep.
She suffered from severe depression after losing her job.
Host: Let's look at 'self-esteem.' A feeling of being happy
with your own character and abilities.Some children suffer
from low self-esteem and expect to do badly.
Host: Finally, 'decision.' a choice or judgement that you make
after thinking and talking about what is the best thing to do. I
think I've made the right decision.
Host: Let's listen to the students' stories again, and this time,
try to identify these verbs.
Host: After listening again, let's delve into two important
questions about our topic.
The first question is: What is FOMO? FOMO stands for "Fear
of Missing Out." It is the feeling that you are missing out on
important or fun experiences that other people are having.
FOMO is a very common problem in today's world, especially
with the rise of social media.
Host: The second question: How does social media affect
FOMO? For me, Social media allows us to constantly see
what our friends and peers are doing. This can make us feel
like our own lives are not as exciting or fulfilling. Seeing the
highlights of other people's lives on social media can feelings
of FOMO.
Host: I'd love to hear your thoughts on these questions. Please
leave your comments below and let's discuss.
Host: As we wrap up today's episode, I will tell you
somesome strategies for creating a life that's free from the fear
of missing out.
Host: The key is to focus on your own goals and priorities,
rather than constantly comparing yourself to others. Make a
conscious effort to set personal goals that are meaningful to
you, not just things that will make you look good on social
media.
Host: It's important to identify your own values and what
really matters to you in life. Then you can build a life that
aligns with those things, rather than just chasing experiences
for the sake of not missing out.
Host: And building genuine, meaningful relationships is so
important too. Surround yourself with people who support
you and your goals, not just people you feel you have to keep
up with.
Host: And remember, it's okay to miss out on things
sometimes. Not every experience or event is going to be for
you, and that's okay. Learn to be comfortable with saying no
and prioritizing your own needs.
Host: So, go ahead, enjoy your days, and fill them with what
you love. Until next time, stay happy and healthy!
VOCABULARY

Pronounciat
Word ion Meaning Example
a feeling of
worry,
nervousness, or
unease about She feels a lot of
something with anxiety about her
an uncertain upcoming job
anxiety /æŋˈzaɪ.ə.ti/ outcome. interview.
The team
a feeling of not expressed
being satisfied or dissatisfaction with
dissatisfa /ˌdɪsˌsæt.ɪs happy with the manager's
ction ˈfæk.ʃən/ something. decision.
Her low self-
a feeling of esteem made it
having respect hard for her to be
self- for yourself and confident in social
esteem /ˌselfɪˈstiːm/ your abilities. situations.
decision /dɪˈsɪʒ.ən/ a conclusion or After much
resolution deliberation, she
reached after made the decision
 consideration. to change careers.
a natural
inclination
towards a
particular course He has a tendency
of action or to procrastinate on
tendency /ˈten.dən.si/ behavior. important tasks.
a relationship in
which a person,
thing, or idea is The study found a
linked or strong connection
connectio associated with between stress and
n /kəˈnek.ʃən/ something else heart disease.
a medical
condition
characterized by
feelings of severe
sadness,
hopelessness, The therapist
and a loss of helped the patient
depressio interest in manage their
n /dɪˈpreʃ.ən/ activities. depression.
a person who is
equal to another
in abilities,
qualifications, She looks up to her
age, background, peers for advice
peer /pɪr/ and social status. and support.
 the most
important or The highlight of
interesting part the concert was the
highlight /ˈhaɪ.laɪt/ of something. closing number.
Leave Qo’shmaslik,olib
sb/sth out tashlamoq

QUESTIONS

Pre-listening Question
How do you think FOMO might impact people's daily lives
and behaviors?
What kinds of activities or events do you think could trigger
feelings of FOMO?

Post-listening questions
1. What is FOMO?
2. How does social media affect FOMO?

Post-listening questions
1. How does the information about FOMO compare to your
own experiences or perceptions of it?
2. What did you find most interesting or surprising about the
details provided on FOMO?