I know that people use social media for a variety of purposes and primarily, that is their choice. So, the following obviously just reflects my opinions. Social media is for social engagement, social entertainment, networking, promotions and keeping up with friends and family. Social media can be fun and funny. I often turn to social media for a good laugh or inspiration. Social media is not for glorifying violence or hatred. It can inform, but not reform. It should debunk, but not derail.
I see people posting the most inappropriate things, they openly argue with someone and a part of me says to each his own. But, I do think it is disrespectful to post pictures or posts that announces a loss in someone’s family that is not your own. Sometimes Facebook puts out the news before there has been time to contact the family. It is an awful thing to learn about a family tragedy on Facebook.
And then, people post offensive pictures and such. That is just messy. Sometimes posts are just nasty and vulgar. But like I said, if you are okay with the whole world knowing that part of your taste, then so be it. You have to remember that your social media posts are a reflection of your character. People have been fired over their social media posts. People have lost scholarships over their posts. Was it really worth it?
While I'm venting, I have another suggestion, please consider using words you know. Don’t try to acquire an unfamiliar vocabulary to try and sound intelligent. Just be yourself and keep it simple. Also, check the dates of your news stories and make sure you aren't contributing to spreading gossip and rumors found on satire sites. I'm going out on a limb here, but there are a lot of people that seem real thirsty for attention. I just hope you are getting the right kind and not more than you bargained for. I encourage you not to seek validation from Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumbler or any other cyberspace celebrity club.
Finally, I am not ashamed to profess my faith as a Christian. I sometimes read and share inspirational posts and I would like to believe my life and character align with things I share. I see people that are one way in the streets and reinvent themselves on social media. Or, one minute they are telling me to hit "like" so that I will be blessed by God and the next minute, they are posting profane pictures or posts. Or, pictures of them turnt up when they should be worried about being burnt up for being so shamelessly blasphemous. How are you going to guide me to heaven's gates while you are sitting on Hell's porch.
I see people posting the most inappropriate things, they openly argue with someone and a part of me says to each his own. But, I do think it is disrespectful to post pictures or posts that announces a loss in someone’s family that is not your own. Sometimes Facebook puts out the news before there has been time to contact the family. It is an awful thing to learn about a family tragedy on Facebook.
And then, people post offensive pictures and such. That is just messy. Sometimes posts are just nasty and vulgar. But like I said, if you are okay with the whole world knowing that part of your taste, then so be it. You have to remember that your social media posts are a reflection of your character. People have been fired over their social media posts. People have lost scholarships over their posts. Was it really worth it?
While I'm venting, I have another suggestion, please consider using words you know. Don’t try to acquire an unfamiliar vocabulary to try and sound intelligent. Just be yourself and keep it simple. Also, check the dates of your news stories and make sure you aren't contributing to spreading gossip and rumors found on satire sites. I'm going out on a limb here, but there are a lot of people that seem real thirsty for attention. I just hope you are getting the right kind and not more than you bargained for. I encourage you not to seek validation from Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumbler or any other cyberspace celebrity club.
Finally, I am not ashamed to profess my faith as a Christian. I sometimes read and share inspirational posts and I would like to believe my life and character align with things I share. I see people that are one way in the streets and reinvent themselves on social media. Or, one minute they are telling me to hit "like" so that I will be blessed by God and the next minute, they are posting profane pictures or posts. Or, pictures of them turnt up when they should be worried about being burnt up for being so shamelessly blasphemous. How are you going to guide me to heaven's gates while you are sitting on Hell's porch.
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