Is Social Media a Responsibility?

Sure one has to be responsible when they are writing online. Perhaps, even taking more care when they are in a group of people. These are the people you know after all. Then there is social media. It is kind of like a school. You have the “popular people.” They write songs and play in bands. They play sports. These people create works of art with clay. Sometimes they even write really awesome things to read.

Actually, you know the 'daredevil' was popular too. He gained followers and all sorts of friends. He was free. Couldn't know what he would do next. That is why he was fun to be around. Try not to think about the point of this.

-Do you have to get on?

-Do you have to reply?

-What boundaries are different from real life?

Is it a creative outlet? If so, is creativity wasted? A retweet could be a reason why someone follows on twitter or a share of something stands for exactly what it is. Sharing is caring... or is it? Juicy gossip isn't, but it is sure worth telling of. To be human comes with a duty, you have to speak. Someway, somehow we express ourselves. Sometimes if we don't others get concerned. Quiet sounds often irk people. It is odd. “Get on with it!” It really isn't understanding either. I see no difference in all walks. People are motivators. I don't care what your job is. “Hustle up.” “Get with it.” “Move!” The last is the best. “Move.” Just the sound of it makes you want to.

It takes time for things to separate. It depends really on how much they were shakin' up. Your intentions are always backed by your words. Humans always seek council and comfort. Then you act accordingly. Where there is no council there are just actions. That is really how social media works. Rarely does one seek counsel, and even rarer they will receive it. Then, of course, comes the initial blow of stupidty and self-loathing—when you grieve aloud and tell “your community” how you feel. Back that track up. I hope you didn't just say that. That is when the phone rings. When it is really important... the phone always rings.

Does the use of social media require a responsibility? It is your voice. Another voice to be heard on another level. A way to spread rumors and speak facts. The news at your finger tips! Word of mouth turned into a screen with adds and friends. Freedom of speech has a responsibility. We all know that. In fact, you're all so smart I shouldn't even get into the details. Might be a name to hurt. I heard the word “reputation” the other day for the first time in a long time. That is a great word. It seems so important and then becomes childish. Imagine an adult with a reputation. Okay, okay... politician would work.

Responsibility though... never started with act of doing. Somebody said something. Words inspire action! They form communities and create relationships. Action will always back words but saying the right thing might just be enough. In fact, it is probably more. For the most part people go to great lengths so they don't fight. There is apologizing, lying, playing coy and fessing up. What reasons should make us strike one another? Words. Really stupid ones too.

I guess with all this “connectivity” one doesn't witness too much fighting anymore. Of course, you cancel out all the people talking about it. Sometime it's just easier to make a point if you spell it out. Why write it down if you can post it? Sometimes the ambiguity is hilarious. Who are you talking to? I hope it wasn't me. Did they just say that? I will willingly wait for your slow response. “I'm done with this!” The laptop slams down and we are all happy for a few days... because you stopped talking.