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Saturday 23 February 2019

No Limitations.

When slogans gets you up on toes. When you live like your valley is your highest mountain at the place. When a prospect father wishes her spouse the best. The pride you develop when you realize everyone is happy with your performance. The feeling you have when surprisingly invited an out by your crush. Those are the moments when you would wish to live again. Life will always give you a sense of smile. You are elevated to the next glory - you are just above the rest. 

Life itself is full of mysteries. I try to understand life as being of mind to appreciate in relation with time. Our minds are the most powerful tool in shaping our bodies. We oftentimes adhere to what we perceive in our Medulla. However, it being our tool of defense, it is corrupt. Dr Nkonge, a senior Lecturer at Chuka University observes that "Ninety percent of our mind is directed at reproducing." Thus we tend to do everything possible to respect this heed. 

Anything affecting one's mind has a great impact in determining their lives. Love will always dominate all times. Our love for others and a reciprocate of the same, keeps us at a good course. Love brings the beauty of life into existence.         
      "The best gift is to feel love around you. And what is more perfect than a genuine heart that knows the cost of a smile? " Lynn, a poet, sums it up with a question. 

With correct state of mind, your are bound to reach far destinations. Right from  MAGA [Make America Great Again ] should give you the reason of not limiting yourself. Love and hope, and see yourself grow, no limitations. 

Thursday 10 January 2019

Effects of Social Media

  Advantages and Disadvantages of Social Media.

I asked a friend of mine what was her first action she usually did after waking up. She gladly told me that she had to check on her WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat accounts. Her daily routine revolved around being 'online.' Close between six to eight hours of the day, were meant for interacting with the world.
I couldn't judge her wrong or right for her actions as this is the order of the day especially with the youth. What's wrong to interfere with someone enjoying life at their own pleasure? Does one interfere the other while online? If yes, should there be restrictions, if no, then why bother educating the civil about the outcome of frequently using social media?
Social media is more addictive than even alcohol or even cigarettes. One may feel indebted for not being online. The feeling of guilt is common if some latest news and gossips circulating around has bypassed them. Those likes, comments and sharing of posts is much adorable than hanging out with friends.
  "Online friends " are of more quality and more informed than those who you meet face to face. Such illusions sets in mind tha one cannot resist.
Social media has both sides of effects. It is of beneficial and if not well taken care of, it has more harm to ourselves.

  Benefits of social media include;
1) Making friendships.
2) Maintaining friendships.
3) Self expression.
4) Self identity.
5) Emotional support.
6) Community building.

   Negative effects of social media include;
1) Feeling of loneliness.
2) Depression and anxiety.
3) Addiction.
4) Cyberbullying.
5) Low self-esteem.
6) FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out)
7) Negative body image.
8) Unrealistic expectations.

 The reality of human nature is gradually fading away as we encalcate a 'fake' world. I say this basing the fact that one can express their feelings by simply using an emoji. I understand that these are symbols which are part of language. My concern is the usage of such to apease the public but not merely being honest.
 Hypocricy is getting better part of our daily lives. Is this development? Can we generate positivity in such. Biggest worry is the influence imposed to our next generations. I guess there's coming a time when it shall be a criminal offense for a ten year old child not owning a smartphone, just to be online.
Impact social media is having on your lif is of much importance. Assess and come to a conclusion about it. Desire living a healthier lifestyle. Social media aught to complement our lives, not to supplement