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Tuesday, March 29, 2011

The new online social cult

It has recently come to my attention, that the internet is the new place to flame others. I can attest to this one. No matter where I go, there seems to be a level of animosity among some members; as if chatting in a non-personal arena somehow gives us a sense of power over others. I wonder if we would have the same attitude if we were perhaps chatting face to face with some of these ppl that we diss or have heated debates/discussions with? Why has it become so popular (important) in some humans lives to live vicariously thru a little box with a keypad? Is it a way to exude control and dominance over others or a hot topic? Do we fear being too personal with others so lower ourselves to fantasy type behavior? I have seen some I truly care about, hurt and accused of nonsense..without having a say in the matter. We have become a society quick to judge and lash out at others, that years ago, we would have thought twice about doing. One huge social network is becoming very famous for such infantile behavoir. While the internet is a valuable tool, if not used cautiously, it can do more harm than good. Lets remember to breathe, take our time and remember that no matter who these other folks are, they're probably feeling alot like you. One very popular trend on the net is Fantasy. We can be anyone, anything, from anywhere we want, and no one is the wiser. But, where should the line be drawn? Pretending to be a part of a community, say for musicians is one thing, but to out and out lie about who you are...befriending others as one gender, when you're the other, or lying about your background, family, heritage, etc...is sad, and lying to ppl that really believe you are who you say you are. Have the guts to be real, within your fantasy.

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