Social media hurting people

How many times have you read a post on a social media site and asked yourself what is going on here?

Have you ever wondered if the person posting the post or blog really thought out the words they put on paper to cut at someone?

Recently I have read posts and blogs that appear to be directed at a single individual or a group of people.  The words used are not edifying and certainly the intended party would be hurt by the words posted.   Oh I realize that there are some out there who feel that they have the freedom of speech to say whatever they want to say and to whomever they wish to say it to, however the freedom of speech only goes as far as it offends one.    Yes this very post might be offensive to some reading it with the wrong motives. 

Simply put, I am tired of the selfish posts and blogs that call another out in social media.  If we are adults, why do we continue to act like little ones who have no comprehension of our actions?  Are we so wrapped up in ourselves that we continue to use different standards for different people?  Perhaps we feel a sense of security posting negative thoughts that others can simply chime in with “like” rather than knowing the circumstances surrounding the posts. 

Isn’t it time to really look in the mirror and see where the real problem is?  Instead of posting negative thoughts and hurting the person you are calling out, why not sit face to face like an adult and talk things out?  I have every intention of doing this very thing with the ones who have hurt me recently or hurt those I love. 

America is where it is today because of the continued actions of individuals that have taken their focus off of what and who really matters.  Isn’t it sad that when a great tragedy strikes, we get all wrapped up on how sad the situation is and want to rush to their aid?  Then why not look at the tragedy that is growing in the relationships with those around you and start helping them and lifting them up without expecting something in return?

Life is way too short.  Our family is going through some very difficult times.  I don’t want to see anyone in a position that I am with family and look back and say “Wow, I can’t believe he or she is gone….  If I only had done______________. “  

If these are truly family members and/or friends, then let’s start treating these people as such.