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“Bane or Boon?” is the old aged question regarding Technology. With the advent of Internet, everything has become convenient and instantaneous. Sure, one big advantage of the internet is that it globalizes people, by letting them stay connected with each other from different parts of the world in real time. Using emails or social media sites, you can also build and maintain business, promote creativity and create endless opportunities for all. Internet can also be a good medium for you to share your insights, and find like-minded individuals. Education and even the quality of entertainment has grown exponentially with the invention of the net. It seems, at first glance, the pros outweigh the cons. But like any other good thing since chocolate, let’s us take it as double-sided coin. Each benefit comes with a price.
As digital citizens we must remember, think before you post. Once something gets into the internet, it’s always gonna be on there. Information can be leaked and scammed, and in the wrong hands, lead to life ruining scenarios. What we do or say online can leave digital footprints which can be traced back to us, even if we delete the original of, let’s say, an NSFW picture shared in poor taste, or an anti-government rant, or a video skit that bullied differently abled people. Our actions online have their consequences just like real life that can haunt you back sooner or later. Thus, Social and Emotional intelligence as well as critical thinking skills should go hand in hand for us to be able to handle the digital world responsibly. It is essential as well that both parents and teachers should have an agreement on which age appropriate educational materials should be accessible. Children especially under the age of 13 should be constantly monitored and have their internet browsing time regulated.
Although we also must be apprehensive, and even vigilant of other netizens’ faux pas. Don’t be a bully, but don’t be just a bystander that tolerates people trampling on other’s rights either. Passivity is just as bad as complicity, and emotional maturity will let you get a hang on how to navigate though the troll minefield that is the internet. If you’re already entrenched in such drama/trouble online, the best thing you can do is take a step back, and just block everyone else or even make a new account free of toxicity. Go offline for a couple of days.
On other hand, human life is relatively short and wasting time on online distractions, getting in meaningless discussions about things we have no control over, and drifting through our days just scrolling down the screen is like buying an expensive pair of Prada shoes and throwing it into a dumpster fire. You have to be aware of how much time you are spending on social media. Internet can admittedly lead you to amazing domains but it also leads to laziness and procrastination. Maximizing your time each day is all about switching from being a sluggish internet zombie to a proactive beaver, go out and engage in worthwhile activities and other people. Reach out of your digital safe screen. Explore not only the simulated world that gives you new avenues, but also the real life world were possibilities can also become endless.