Hello Beautiful Souls. My message today is about spreading rumours and making assumptions.
When we see posts on social media, there are often situations where information is blindly spread. These are lies that make people misinterpret and offer assumptions without checking if the post is valid and true. It is a quick copy and paste and within seconds there could be critical information in the social media space that is potentionally very damaging and possibly even destroy someone's reputation and well being. I have even witnessed posts citing that someone has died! That is horrific to know that this is also a "fake story"!
The same happens when we are not aware or have first hand knowledge from the source that something is true or is a lie. We may carry a misconception about someone that is damaging. Rumours are easily spread and result in people being hurt or seen in the wrong light.
When we gossip about a friend to someone, you are not being loyal. If you can tell someone to their face how you feel then there is no reason to spread stories or further drama. If you have a friend who gossips about others to you. Maybe, it's time to consider what they tell others about you! Thinking before you say something is one of the hardest things to accomplish. If you don't have first hand information or reliable facts then rather do not say anything.
This all falls under the banner of a loyal, honest and non judgemental relationship with others. Social media in particular is causing much anxiety and fear through through ruthless lies and distorted information that is shared.
We have to stop judgement, know the facts first! It is vitally important not to rely on your own assumptions or misconceptions in order to spread information on to others. Assumptions and false information can be extremely damaging and so unnecessary. If you want to know something, simply ask person concerned. Social media has an enormous influence in this digital world, so be mindful of checking it out properly before you send that go button!
We sometimes look for validation of our own thoughts and ideals, It is because of this careless sharing and oversharing of that I can be so destructive. It is important to fact check and make sure you are not sharing lies, deceit or causing harm to innocent people. Don’t assume…ask the questions!
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