Social Media

     If our youth was negatively affected by anything it would be: Social Media. First, everyday somebody posts a "selfie" on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter, for what? The comments. Now and days much of our youth decides that they will focus on the way they look based on what others say. Why is it we turn ourselves over to the world to judge? Is it not enough to be judged by people on the streets. Feeling good about ourselves should be based on our personal feelings, not on the world and how they feel we look. As I've mentioned before; no one will ever please everyone since we have our own opinions we're titled to. I am guilty of posting a "selfie" here and there to feel good but I post it for enjoyment and less of thoughts and opinions. Second, a pretty common occurrence in headlines is suicide over cyber bullying. Using social media can be dangerous, it can lead to so many bad things. However, choosing to sit there and take it is your own fault. Not saying you should fight back (not recommending that at all) but I do suggest to ignore it, maybe delete what you said, don't make it a big deal. Finally, social media has pretty much taken over our youths lives. Each day they need to update Facebook, they need to tweet song lyrics, they need to post what they're eating on Instagram. It really shouldn't be this way, I get enjoying yourself with social media; watching vines, liking photos, sharing memories. Although, remember there is still a world out there that is ready to be lived. Overall, sometimes the best way to solve all of this, is the off button. Especially, when cyber bullying occurs; don't put up with it just power your device down and ignore it. It's not always that easy but it is worth a shot. Get out and enjoy life, have fun, and don't worry about what people on Social Media have to say. 

Cheers,

Brooke