Media

It seems like the majority of what's in the media is bad/negative. Through Social Media alone, the energy from a negative experience or situation can be captured, put on the internet and reach millions within seconds!

Newspapers are mostly gossip, reporting on scandal, crime, tragedy and war. News channels prey on the vulnerability of their viewers. They take advantage and manipulate the truth to favor their position on issues.

Reality TV shows and Magazines with the most trifling stories cut the biggest checks because they bring in the highest ratings and are the most sold which equals money, money and more money! Too many are willing to "sell their souls" for the all mighty dollar.

The virtual world seems to have taken over the real world. Teens, adults and yes, even children check their preferred media website(s) first thing in the morning, all throughout the day (and night)  and right before going to bed. Countless fatal accidents happen because drivers are on their phones while driving.

Those whom choose to "disconnect" are told they need to get out from under their rock, wake up and get back into the real world. What's real about constant negativity? Ever wonder why the same horrible story is put on repeat by the News Channels  to play and replay over and over day and night? Who feels better, comforted, excited, safe, encouraged, optimistic after reading about or watching the News?  

Using the media to keep in touch with loved ones and bring goodness into your life is a wonderful thing. However gossip, brake ups, misunderstandings, bullying, etc. is at an all time high because media is viewed as the way of life now. You're "left out/behind" so to speak unless you're "connected."

Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. has taken place of face to face interactions. Not convinced? Check out the show Catfish. The mere fact that a show about this very issue is in syndication speaks for itself.

Creating and maintaining a healthy balance between virtual reality and the real world is what more of us need. PEACE