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I’m a geriatric millennial. That means I grew up when we touched grass: running amuck outdoors, playing catch at playgrounds<\/a>, and \u201ccamping<\/a>\u201d under the stars at the beach<\/a>. Social media only sprouted in the early 2000s, starting with Friendster (remember that?) before Facebook<\/a>, Instagram<\/a>, and TikTok<\/a> dominated the scene. Nowadays, almost everyone has at least one account on these platforms.<\/p>\n

Back then, social media was mainly used to connect and communicate with familiar faces and post photos. Today, It\u2019s a different beast. Users get the latest news<\/a>, discover hidden gems<\/a> to visit, get travel<\/a> recommendations, and more. While that\u2019s good, something else has also reared its ugly head: the lack of kindness on social media.<\/p>\n

Before you point your pitchforks at me, let me just say I\u2019m in the same boat. I laugh at all the memes and share them with my friends; I also scroll through the comments and snark on the nasty ones. I\u2019m no innocent bystander. Now, this got me thinking \u2013 if we\u2019re taught to be kind in real life, why do we lose all sense of that when we\u2019re online?<\/p>\n

The lion, the witch, the audacity of this b-tch<\/h3>\n
\"Kindness
Photography: Alex Green via Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I\u2019ve lost count of the times people have called me mean, no thanks to my \u201cout of pocket\u201d remarks. But here\u2019s the thing: I flagrantly do it to their faces. So, I don\u2019t understand why people dare to be vicious online but are goody-two-shoes in real life. Is it because you\u2019re a \u201cnobody\u201d on the internet; just another account on social media, dishing out what everyone only dares to keep in their minds? What is it about cyberspace that encourages people to behave negatively or aggressively?<\/p>\n

\u201cMaking mean or disparaging comments in real life actually takes guts,\u201d says Michelle Tay, Director of Programmes and Operations at Singapore Kindness Movement<\/a>. \u201cIt\u2019s hard to be mean to someone’s face; it\u2019s easier to rant about it on social media, where one can feel \u2018heard\u2019.\u201d Because of anonymity, these folks can somewhat remain untraced and never have to fear retribution.<\/p>\n

According to Joanne Wong, Head of Touch Cyber Wellness at Touch Community Services<\/a>, anonymity on social media acts like a shield. \u201cThe \u2018online disinhibition effect\u2019 can cause people to feel detached from others, making them less careful with their speech than they would in real life. Plus, the lack of immediate feedback, such as negative responses or anger, reduces the perceived impact of their words,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n

I also reached out to Fariza<\/a>, a marketer in her 30s who also produces content on her TikTok account. \u201cI think people behave that way because they want to elicit a response; it\u2019s thrilling to see people outraged by their words. They\u2019re bored and want attention, and they can pretend to be someone else.\u201d Keyboard warriors \u2013 that\u2019s the term to describe this group.<\/p>\n

You say it best when you say nothing at all<\/h3>\n
\"Kindness
Photography: Yan Krukau via Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Imagine you\u2019re the target of these brutal, no-holds-barred comments. Everything about you is scrutinised and read to filth. Your looks, the way you dress, your family members\u2026 nothing is safe. How would you feel? The absence of nonverbal cues like facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice can lead to misunderstandings about how online interactions are perceived.<\/p>\n

Do you remember the Dua Lipa memes floating on the internet? \u201cI love her lack of energy, go girl give us nothing!\u201d These infamous words have followed the singer since her performance at the 2018 Brit Awards. Even though Dua joked about it during her recent Saturday Night Live appearance, she admitted in an interview with the Guardian<\/a> that she felt hurt and humiliated. \u201cI had to take myself off Twitter.\u201d It was almost two years later when she finally took to the stage and made critics eat their words.<\/p>\n

Why you gotta be so vicious, anonymous trolls?<\/h3>\n
\"Kindness
Photography: Jeshoots.com via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Since anonymity seems to be the predominant factor in why people don\u2019t exercise kindness on social media, would it be better to eradicate this aspect entirely? Unfortunately, the solution isn\u2019t that straightforward. Michelle says that even though anonymity bolsters negative acts and speech online, it can be a powerful tool for positive expression.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt allows individuals to share dissenting views or express themselves freely, particularly on sensitive topics, without fear of social stigma or repercussions. This can be crucial for marginalised voices or those in restrictive environments.\u201d<\/p>\n

So, how do we deal with this and create safe spaces on the internet? Should real-name policies be implemented so that everyone will be on their best behaviour? Joanne disagrees. \u201cUsers are likely to think twice before posting hateful content or comments,\u201d she says. \u201cHowever, they may be hesitant to express themselves freely out of the fear of backlash. Real names could also be misused, and users may be harassed by others who don\u2019t agree with them.\u201d<\/p>\n

Or should accounts turn off their comment section? In my mind, that\u2019s the easiest way to settle things \u2013 but I know not every account would want to do that.<\/p>\n

\u201cUltimately, it greatly depends on your own moral compass. No one is policing what you say behind an anonymous account. It\u2019d be nice to believe that we all have a moral obligation to uphold some kind of decorum online, but that would also be naive,\u201d Fariza sums up.<\/p>\n

But why should the onus only fall on the users? How can social media networks play their part? Michelle believes the platforms can make information on data use more digestible. She highlights that most users don\u2019t give a second thought to ticking that terms and conditions box when they download a new app or visit a new website (a show of hands if you\u2019re guilty of this!). Making the information easy to read empowers people to control the use of their data.<\/p>\n

Screen time \u2260 \u201cbeing mean to others\u201d time<\/h3>\n
\"Kindness
Photography: Mika Baumeister via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I\u2019m fortunate enough not to experience any aggressive behaviour online. That\u2019s only because my social media accounts are set to private. But Fariza\u2019s account is public, a free-for-all where everyone can consume and comment without a second thought. I ask if she\u2019s encountered negative comments. \u201cNot often, but being a TikTok content creator was a culture shock. It\u2019s pretty alarming what strangers can say behind anonymity,\u201d she tells me.<\/p>\n

When she first started her TikTok journey, Fariza would get extremely affected and even lose sleep over negative comments. \u201cI\u2019d mull over what to say and then imagine the response I\u2019d get that got worse and worse. I realised I wasn\u2019t managing my feelings properly.\u201d Losing zzz\u2019s over online chatter? I don\u2019t know her. But if you\u2019re going through this, take that as a sign that social media is affecting your mental health.<\/p>\n

Joanna and Michelle strongly advise managing your screen time, being mindful of your scrolling, curating your feed, and choosing your interactions wisely. \u201cThink before you speak!\u201d Michelle exclaims. They also suggest finding a balance between online and offline activities. \u201cSet boundaries around screen time, prioritise real-world activities, exercise, and sleep. Remember to take regular breaks from the digital world,\u201d Joanne notes.<\/p>\n

As for Fariza, she eventually learned to tune out the comments and even block the anonymous accounts because \u201cthey don\u2019t deserve access to me or my content\u201d. \u201cIf there\u2019s an opportunity to make it a teachable moment, I may make a video,\u201d she adds. She also appreciates those who speak up for her when she doesn\u2019t have the energy or emotional capacity to deal with them.<\/p>\n

Have courage and be kind<\/h3>\n
\"Kindness
Photography: Nima Motaghian Nejad via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Everyone knows Rihanna: (semi-retired) pop sensation, cosmetics and fashion mogul. But only the real ones remember the superstar\u2019s days of being on the internet and clapping back at haters, colleagues, and even fans. \u201cGood luck booking that stage you speak of,\u201d she directed to Ciara during their Twitter beef when Ciara dissed Rihanna\u2019s personality. Ooh, don\u2019t mess with this bee! But nowadays, Rihanna has mellowed down \u2013 \u201cThe troll in me, she had a time,\u201d as she told Interview magazine<\/a> \u2013 and reminded everyone that they \u201ccan\u2019t take anything back from the internet\u201d.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s the thing: anything posted online can take on a life of its own and live forever. Someone may know someone you know, and they can expose you for that potentially offensive comment you left on another person\u2019s account. Or, when a screenshot of your deleted tweet resurfaces.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve always thought the responsibility lies with the online \u201ccommentators\u201d since they\u2019re often the ones casting the stones first. While it\u2019s easy to pin the blame on the instigators, those on the receiving end also play a role in perpetuating the cycle. Reacting impulsively to hurtful comments can escalate the situation, creating a vicious cycle of negativity.<\/p>\n

So, what\u2019s the best course of action for online meanness? Don\u2019t do it, but that\u2019s hypocritical of me to say because I\u2019m a passive, complicit participant in all this. However, I truly feel that\u2019s the prime option everyone should abide by. If you can\u2019t stand it when people are mean to your face, why should you subject yourself and others to that online? Remember, you can be honest without being nasty.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re always talking about kindness \u2013 let\u2019s practise what we preach on social media, too. Is this too idealistic? Perhaps, but I\u2019m confident others will be inspired to follow in your footsteps once you start doing it. And remember: if you don\u2019t have anything nice to say, don\u2019t speak it out. \u201cThe best troll is the silent troll,\u201d Rihanna states in her interview. You say it best when you say nothing at all.<\/p>\n

If all else fails, leave your devices behind and head outside to get some sun and touch the grass. Some Vitamin D will do you good.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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