Facebook is out of control. If this seems like it may be a rant against social media you would be right. What was once a great idea has now become a platform for hate and misinformation. Human nature has taken over and it’s getting ugly out there. Ignorance breeds fear and you are all being taken advantage of. Laugh if you will but George Lucas and Yoda had it right. Anger, hate, resentment. Basically, negative emotions do indeed lead to the dark side. When I lived in a world of negativity my life came crashing down. It’s hard to stay in a positive state of mind when confronted by all the BS on Facebook and other platforms. This is why I have deactivated my Facebook account.
Why is it so hard to understand that most video/post’s are contrived? They are created to advertise a product or push a political agenda. Most importantly they are bullshit. Very well produced and professionally edited, they create an atmosphere of hate and fear. There is no arguing with the ignorant and misinformed. Even when confronted with the truth people still believe what they want to believe. This leads to divisiveness. Our country is at war with itself and this is very disconcerting. How do we help those who need it most when the trolls crap on meaningful posts? I followed many addiction pages and the arrogant haters will drop an ignorant comment and then run off. Their only intent is to be a complete asshole. Trying to defend the honor of those of us who have suffered leaves me in a negative state of mind. This is a quick ticket back to the darkness that haunted me in the past.
Lastly, there is the arrogance of the SPITR’s. If you’ve been on social media for more than a minute you know them well. We all know at least one and usually many more than that. These can be the most aggravating people on FB. I am referring to the Smartest Person In The Room. They have the need for the world to know how much smarter they are than everyone else.
I need to protect my own sanity and end the hate. I have chosen to deactivate my account. I suggest you all do the same.
After a two week hiatus I’m back. My mind is in a better place and I’m hoping God has given me the strength to scroll past the hate. Facebook has stated they will do a better job keeping the crap to a minimum. Let’s hope so. Peace, Love, and Understanding to all!
DANIEL THOMAS, JR 