How To Be Respectful On Social Media
Start writing a post
Politics and Activism

How To Be Respectful On Social Media

Because apparently people have forgotten

2517
How To Be Respectful On Social Media
Pexels

These days, it seems almost impossible to go on any social media without ending up reading some status, tweet, comment or caption that is disrespectful, insensitive or just plain mean.

Some will blame this on social media which seems to give people an outlet to hide behind their computers while starting fights or saying things they wouldn't say in person. But even though these people do use social media for this, we can't blame this on social media, we need to blame it on people who have seemed to have forgotten how to be respectful.

Here are some easy tips for those who have forgotten:

Stop getting offended by everything

There will be things that you don't agree with on social media. Everyone isn't going to agree on everything. Wether that be protecting planned parenthood funding, your stance on feminism or government policies.

But how does it harm you in any way if other people don't agree with you? The answer: it doesn't! So, stop letting it affect you and move on.

Just keep scrolling

Believe it or not, there is an option to not comment on other people's posts! You can just scroll right by them! Mind blowing, right?

If you have something worth while to add to the conversation, then go right ahead! But, if all you're going to say is "you're wrong", "you're opinion is embarrassing" or "how dare you even think this"; that's not contributing anything and it's not necessary.

Choose your words wisely

If you can't scroll past something because you're that passionate about it, think about what you're going to say before you say it. No one is going to take you seriously if you don't have a well written response.

Just telling someone they're wrong is not very convincing. Use facts. Don't insult. Think it through.

Utilize the golden rule

Let's go back to elementary school for a quick sec and let's treat others the way we want to be treated! Would you want people commenting on all of your posts, judging your opinions and telling you that you're constantly wrong? Probably not. Let's just try to not be mean to each other, okay?

Don't dish out what you can't take

If you're going to plaster your opinions on every post you come across, you can't get upset when people do the same to you. You are not the only one entitled to an opinion. If you want people to listen to you, you need to listen to them.

Just be nice, okay?


Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

88281
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

55236
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments