The Ugly Affects of Social Media

Social networking can seem harmless but the truth is its not. Things such as Facebook and Instagram have taken over the minds of just about every young person. When you see a phone out ninety nine percent of the time that person isn't texting. They are checking statuses, liking posts, or snapping. For some all of this is fun but for others it is a nightmare. Social Media has the ability to ruin families, friendships, and lives.

According to Megan Breitner in her article "Unplug Your Own Good: 5 Ways Social Media is Ruining Your Life" she states, "Is it wrong to share your confidence with the internet? No, it isn't. But, looking for the approval of others is." We post pictures to see how many likes we can get because we want to show off our wonderful lives to other people. We are wanting acceptance of others but, we don't need it! People will beat themselves down because no one likes their posts on Facebook. It just isn't fair that something of this kind is able to completely take over our lives. Megan goes on to talk about the effects of social media on relationships. She says,"I've seen it before and it continually happens to couples. I hear break-up stories ranging from 'She was his best friend on Snapchat' or 'I saw her like one of his photos." Social media is no place for relationships. People can destroy a relationship faster than anything i have ever seen just based off of one post or picture. And then we get to the really sad part. Breitner mentions, "People hide behind computer screens and make nasty remarks or comment about others on social media sites daily. I can't even tell you the last time I scrolled through Facebook without seeing a timeline post shaming another person." It really amazes me how bullying has taken over the world of social media which was created to bring people together. It seems as if something so innocent has turned into something so life destroying.

In another article called "19 Ways Social Media has Ruined Our Lives" by Deborah Cicurel are valid points on how social media has shaped us into egomaniacs. Point number 5 says,"So your friend from work isn't following you back on twitter and hasn't accepted you on facebook. You know you should put things into perspective but it is genuinely upsetting." Are you serious people? Does it really even matter? Why do we rely on social media to label a relationship that we have with a person. Point number three that Deborah makes is that any kind of opinion can be displayed on social media but its the bad ones that tend to show a little more. We constantly hurt each other and we don't even care. What will our kids grow up to? What will it be like for them? This scares me more than anything.

All About Me

Hi, my name is Rachel Robin. I come from a small town south of Arkadelphia. I am currently pursuing an education in Social Science at the wonderful Henderson State University! I feel like I will do great things in my career as a teacher. However, most people who have been in my position have given up. I am more than just a student; I am a mother, an employee, and most importantly a role model to my children. When I was 16 years old I found out I was pregnant. It was a huge shock to us but little did we know it would turn into the biggest blessing we had ever received. Being pregnant in high school wasn’t easy but it pushed me to be a better person. On February 3, 2014 I went to my 39 week check-up. I was sent to the hospital and shortly after I was told an emergency C-section was needed. An hour later I was pushed into the operating room with all kinds of emotions running through my mind. At 5:21 p.m. I heard my 6 pound 2 ounce baby boy let out that first cry. My life was immediately changed forever. Two years later he is the bossiest most independent 2 year old you will ever meet. After having him I graduated high school and went on to college. I have stuck with it all this time and have been quite successful. Although things are going to get a lot harder in September of this year. Two months ago we learned that we will be receiving yet another blessing into our lives. I am currently 14 weeks pregnant with baby number 2. I refuse to give up because I not only have one life depending on me, but two. I am starting this blog because I feel a lot of woman need encouragement when it comes to being successful but also being a mother.