One of the biggest problems I have with our society and separate communities is social media. It is a quick and easy way to spread false information or mess up people's values. We see social media today ruining young children's minds or making people want to change themselves because they are insecure. These are just a few big problems I have with social media, if I could redo social sites I would.
The first step in creating a better world would create a social media site that is only for spreading positivity. A safe space where people can uplift others and share ideas. Too often do I go on Instagram and see people being judged and put down. It is tiring to see people always being so negative for no reason. We were all told when we were younger, if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all. Many adults need to hear this too because I see them in comments spewing hatred. No one needs to know if you think Kim Kardashian's dress is ugly, if she liked it that is all that matters. I am tired of people using the freedom of speech as an excuse to be nasty and judgemental.
Another thing I would do to make the world a better place is help create better awareness for information that is true. False information is spread all over the internet far too often. Even though it can take about 10 seconds to debunk something, people don't do it because they believe what they want. This is so harmful to kids and honestly just anyone. So much false information has been spread about the vaccines which are driving people away from getting them.
I really wish people would treat each other better. It makes me sad seeing so many people feel okay with putting others down so often. No one cares if you don't like another person's outfit, it is okay to keep things to yourself. No one wants to feel ashamed for liking something not everyone does. Why use your energy to spread negative energy when you can be positive or say nothing at all. More people need to think about why they are making comments if it is not helpful.
Raigan, I thought you had a lot of great ideas, but think that focusing on a platform is the first step. Although it is challenging to create an app, you can try and create that space in another social media app. What first comes to mind is Reddit. You can create subreddits that are dedicated to whatever topic you care about. So, you could create one dedicated to spreading positivity and reinforcing attitudes that you wish to spread. You also will have control of the content so false information can be eliminated and only positivity can be spread.
ReplyDeleteHi Raigan! I think this is a really great start, considering social media does have its problems. There have been many times where I have had to step away from social media because of its toxicity. I believe if you focused on one aspect of social media, such as body image or clothing choice or whatever your passion is concerning the harm that it causes, then your argument will be that much stronger! Great job.
ReplyDeleteHey Raigan you have some great ideas. My personal favorite is the one about social media. I agree with you that social media has become a very toxic place used to spread hate. I think creating a site to specifically spread positivity would be an excellent idea and make the world a much happier place.
ReplyDeleteMy questions for you to think about is this: how do you think you can balance creating a site that spreads positivity, but is also engaging and popular?
DeleteHi Raigan, I think this is an interesting idea. The spread of misinformation on social media has become such a huge issue, especially throughout the pandemic. It would be great to have a more positive and uplifting platform where users could interact with each other.
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