I often find myself pondering about modern society. Even as a Millennial, I think I’m objective enough to say that there are a lot of problems with modern society. For starters, the “Get Rich Quick” mentality has taken over where many young people don’t want to work hard and make short term sacrifices for long term gain. This culture is further cemented by the fact that we see so many young people doing seemingly minimal work with maximal return e.g. the Tiktokers and social media influencers who sometimes make six figure incomes without much talent or qualifications. I’d love to see people get proportionally rewarded for their effort, talent and qualifications, as opposed to how risqué they’re willing to act on social media to secure the bag.
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Secondly, modern society encourages us to consume more than we create, and not only is this over consumption killing our planet, it is killing us. There are actually many people out there who would rather die than getting caught in the same outfit twice and there are people who purchase a whole new wardrobe for every vacation. There are people who would rather put themselves in debt to keep up with appearances like owning brand name products, when experiments after experiments have shown that many people often can’t tell the difference when the labels are switched.
There are people who will spend hours passively consuming content by scrolling frivolous social media content instead of practicing rewarding hobbies such as reading, writing or even perfecting a skill which could earn them money or at least bring them happiness. Instead, they are up-to-date on all the latest celebrity romances and feuds. I choose to be blissfully ignorant of what everyone except my loved ones are up to. That way I have time to create and live a life which is meaningful and filled with lots of moments, and not things. Tunnel vision creates more time for leisure.
Collect moments, not things.
Thirdly, I wish we’d be less worried about our appearances. I still find it shocking and extremely sad that people are that unhappy with their bodies that they’re willing to spend thousands on surgically editing their noses, lips, cheeks, jawline, tummies, breasts, butts and even their vulva to fit beauty standards which change ALL the time. Unfortunately, so many people are losing their lives or getting serious complications in the process. Not to mention, the skin bleaching industry, tanning industry, weaves and extensions industry, you name it. In a world where it’s profitable to hate your body, it almost feels rebellious to love my body as it is! We’d be a lot happier as a planet if we learnt to love our bodies as they are. I’ve made peace with my “flaws”.
Lastly, I wish modern society would focus on the basics necessary for a wholesome life. Having more convenient healthy food options instead of junk food, more exercise instead of finding more ways for us to move less, and more time off to spend with our loved ones instead of having to spend all our waking hours at work to make ends meet each month. On that note, inflation and the real estate market need to SLOW DOWN! Everything seems to be climbing more than our salaries, further adding to the stress, traffic and bustle of modern day life.
Wrap Up
Well, those are my thoughts on what I’d change about modern society. Do you agree with these points? What else would you like to change? Share with me in the comments below. On another note, I’m so happy for more free time to write. I’ll enjoy it, and the blog traffic, while it lasts, ha!
‘Til next time.
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Excellent points, Elle. I resonate with them. I’d love to see a less hateful society, with more empathetic, respectful and compassionate people. I feel like we’re loosing this more and more and it’s quite sad to see. Everyone is so on the edge, everything is so offensive. People no longer want to give up their seats or hold the door for others… I just wish we’d treat each other with more kindness and respect.
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I agree. Social media has made so many people cold and insensitive, that or it is revealing how insensitive they were all this time. We definitely need more kindness and respect in this world. Thanks for reading!
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End Music Agriculture!.
And also LGBTQ society do no longer hide in their shell which is very bad. The modern world is quite alright but it brought more bad than good. Thank you.
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I’d change the way we treat the environment, maybe stop the social media marketing which is actually abhorrent and on a lighter tone I’d burn all low waisted jeans
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Agreed! Changing how we treat the environment is a must! And ha, high waisted jeans all the way 🙂 Thanks for reading!
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Honestly – call me how you’d like, but it’s the most liberating feeling wearing what I’d like even if it’s the same favorite outfit every week. I know generally speaking for men this is different than women (not always the case), but I’m so happy wearing the same things all the time, and then eventually spicing it up like once or twice a year for a new fit. However, I make what I have work, you know? Everyone is wanting this instant gratification. I know social media has it’s pros and cons, but sometimes I’d like to see how much simpler life would be without social media, or to go back to the MySpace days – without the creepers haha. Anyway, appreciate the post and your insight!
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I agree! I miss the early 2000s where life was simpler. We had technology but just the right amount of it. Social media gives the illusion of being connected when we’re even more isolated now than ever before. That and it encourages that frivolous overspending on things we don’t need. Like you, I only spruce up with new fits once or twice a year. For very special occasions 🙂 Thanks for reading and sharing your two cents 🙂 much appreciated!
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Overconsumption and inequity baked into social systems and structures is something I think plagues modern society; both having historical origins with ongoing issues today. I also think there is this odd drive to seek perfection (often through comparison), which literally drains the joy out of life. This was such an interesting post to read, and the responses in the comments; it seems like we are all feeling some type of way about it and can recognize the areas we can advocate for positive change. Thanks for sharing this!
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I agree. Perfection and this constant drive for “productivity” is taking the joy from life. No wonder this generation is experiencing record high levels of addiction, anxiety and depression. We have more tools like technology and medicines which should be improving modern life but instead, our toxic way of life is making us sicker than ever before. Nonetheless, awareness is key. That way we can take measures to unplug, declutter and get back to the basics. This has been a rewarding post. I enjoy all your comments 🙂
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Great post, thank you for sharing!🫶 I agree with you and also another point of view in this topic are the relationships. I would love to see people putting in more effort in their relationships and valuing their partners more. Everything in this world are going to fast and everyone seem to be stressed out, which makes it hard to pause and reflect what actually means something to us in life. A big part of this problem is the availability of finding new partners, keep chasing, social media: which makes it easier for believing their is better options. Of course, never settle for less than you need, but don’t get fooled by an imaginary world❤️
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You’re right. Social media has fooled us into thinking that the grass is always greener on the other side, and that we may be settling. It also adds a lot of distrust into our relationships if we don’t set clear boundaries. I worry that our generation won’t have those huge marriage milestones when we get to our senior years. I’d definitely change that about modern society too. Thank you for reading! 😊
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That’s absolutely true, I also think boundaries are important in a relationship. Reflecting, self work, and being loyal and real to each other are also important😍🙏
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There are many opportunities in our society by this,we were also do many things to modernized the society by teach them and trained for doing well the work. this will definitely helps to the modern society.
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You have hit the nail on the head four times!!!! Quick, easy and more is the mentality today and please don’t get me started on the fakeness. I was just talking about that with my youngest son yesterday. You really don’t know what the people you’re dating really look like with all the hair, implants and makeup. In some sense, social media has complicated everything!
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Thank you! And yes, social media has truly complicated life. So many things are just heavily curated or downright fake these days, and it’s hard to tell the difference. I wish him all the best with dating! Most women don’t make it easy for the fellas to know what they really look like anymore 😂
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Tough world out there for young folks these days 🤣.
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Wonderful points, Elle! I especially liked your comments about the get rich quick schemes. If I could change one thing about society, it would be to reduce the greed. I suppose that would go hand in hand with your points. Greed seems to be at the core of everything that’s wrong with the world. Of course, that’s just my opinion. Thanks for writing a great post!
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So true! Greed is the root cause of many modern day problems. Thank you so much, and thanks for reading:)
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