The Innocents
The author argues for the liberation of minors from the damaging effects of social media, which has led to overexposure and loss of innocence.
The article discusses the harmful impact of social media on minors, describing it as a failed social experiment that has affected multiple generations. The author highlights how children are pressured into participating in social media, often feeling marginalized or excluded if they do not conform. This pressure takes away from the natural desire for affection and fun, leading to negative consequences for mental health and development. The article emphasizes the need to prioritize the well-being of minors over the interests of a few major players in the social media industry. It argues that the compulsory nature of social media engagement among young people has led to overexposure, contributing to a culture that devalues the innocence of childhood. The call to action is clear: there must be efforts to rethink and reevaluate how minors interact with social media. Concluding, the author warns that unless significant changes are made in the coming decade, the current trajectory will continue to harm the mental and emotional well-being of younger generations. It is imperative that society finds ways to protect children and ensure that participation in social media remains a choice rather than an obligation, thereby restoring the innocence that has been lost due to this overwhelming exposure.