In defense of the "antisocial"
Some find social media addiction a
problem in modern society, especially among young adults and teens. People are spending less time talking to
people face to face and more time behind their screens. However, consider this:
a person suddenly thrown into a room with a bunch of strangers who know nothing
about each other. Everything is suddenly a competition and everyone judges you
on first appearances.
There is very little sympathy and the occupants are more
often considered guilty until proven innocent. Most people have found
themselves in situations like this be it school, work
or even for some at home. This is especially true for those who are introverts,
anti-social or shy. In tough and
judgmental environments, it is easy to feel unwanted or that you don't belong.
This may be why so many turn to another
outlet: the internet. It connects people from all interests, social classes,
races, genders, religions, countries and cultures.
We live in a time that you
can talk to people from anywhere in the world. There are countless websites dedicated
to specific interests no matter how obscure or strange.
If a person doesn't have to be limited to the social circle they encounter in their daily lives,
why constrict them?
Instead of having to meld themselves to have others accept them, they can more easily find others of
similar interests who accept them as they are.
This does not mean one should
never participate in social events locally. It’s healthy to get away from one’s
devices on occasion, but that doesn’t mean that online friendships are any less
socially active. Like most things in life, the key for a healthy life both
online and off is balance.
submitted by Katrina Straecke
NOTE: If there is worry about the effect of the computer screen light on one’s eyes, purchase a pair of gunner glasses to protect them. They work similarly to sunglasses, but uniquely for the light from computer screens rather than the light rays of the sun.
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