How a social media skeptic uses TikTok to connect with family

The author of the text reflects on their flexible work culture at Zapier, where asynchronous communication is encouraged, as an essential skill for remote work and a valuable life skill that can also be applied to personal relationships. They share how they've learned to communicate asynchronously with their four-year-old nephew through private TikTok videos, which has helped them connect with him more effectively despite busy schedules. The author finds that asynchronous communication allows for a low-pressure way to stay in touch with loved ones without feeling drained or obligated to be constantly available.