It's likely that what's most satisfying in life is to weigh the fruits of one's labor. From their earliest years, youngsters have the awareness that they are here for a purpose, to produce and yield something of value, whether it's a bale of hay, a great piece of art, or eventually a child to raise.
Social media robs them of such a purpose by interfering with their normal thought processes. Instead of imagining what they want to be when they grow up, they become obsessive spectators addicted to what others are doing. They are too young to be self-disciplined, so they fail in school and end up depressed and incapacitated over their failure, or even suicidal over what others think about them. This problem has been identified as detrimental to society, but few are willing to fix it.
Back to the basics is what's called for. Schools are going back to teaching phonics and cursive handwriting. Spending time with your kids doing projects rather than letting them scroll all day would benefit our society. We don't need any more influencers.
I think it would be more fun to drive a tractor and a haymaker than stare at a screen. I suppose the trick would be for the parents to make the kids' chores feel more like games.
Evangel
It's likely that what's most satisfying in life is to weigh the fruits of one's labor. From their earliest years, youngsters have the awareness that they are here for a purpose, to produce and yield something of value, whether it's a bale of hay, a great piece of art, or eventually a child to raise.
Social media robs them of such a purpose by interfering with their normal thought processes. Instead of imagining what they want to be when they grow up, they become obsessive spectators addicted to what others are doing. They are too young to be self-disciplined, so they fail in school and end up depressed and incapacitated over their failure, or even suicidal over what others think about them. This problem has been identified as detrimental to society, but few are willing to fix it.
Slipstream
Back to the basics is what's called for. Schools are going back to teaching phonics and cursive handwriting. Spending time with your kids doing projects rather than letting them scroll all day would benefit our society. We don't need any more influencers.
Bootstrap
You make several good points. Giving a kid chores and work within reason builds strength of mind, body, and spirit. Thanks for your comment.
Well Street
I think it would be more fun to drive a tractor and a haymaker than stare at a screen. I suppose the trick would be for the parents to make the kids' chores feel more like games.
Slipstream
This kid can take pride in what he's accomplished. I know having the farm experience with my dad was great.
Bootstrap
I'm not sure he's having fun, but it's a lot healthier, that's for sure. Appreciate your comment.