IMO: Is the problem Facebook or you?
IMO: Is the problem Facebook or you?
“Facebook ruined my life…I often wish it had never been invented,” someone exclaimed on TweenTribune.com. But was it really Facebook that ruined it, or did you ruin your life yourself? In my opinion, it’s your own fault.
Facebook is a social networking website that allows people of all ages (above 13) to connect with friends and family. It also has many fun games and activities that you can enjoy while on the site. It was not meant to ruin your life and no matter what people say, it’s not Facebook’s fault.
Many teenagers and young adults are blaming Facebook for their addiction problems with the internet. But honestly, Facebook doesn’t make you login, it doesn’t force you to type a new status every two minutes, and it definitely does not require you to write your whole life story down on the profile page.
A lot of people are complaining about their private lives or information getting out that they didn’t want others to know. Guess what my answer is to these people…don’t tell anyone! It’s that simple. Don’t make a post about something you don’t want others to see, duh! I know it’s difficult to resist “the temptation” because everyone else puts their life story online, but come on people, you have to be smarter than that. Get a life, and maybe it will help take your mind off of Facebook.
Another “serious” issue that Facebook has brought attention to is relationships. Now the website is taking blame for ruining people’s relationships. How is that even possible? You control what you say to others and are partially in control of what others post on your page. If you don’t approve of something someone said, just remove the post by hitting the remove button. Plus, you really shouldn’t be posting “flirty” or “seducing” comments on someone else’s page if you have a boyfriend/girlfriend or husband/wife. That’s just a bad decision on your part. Why would you do that on a public website that anyone can look at? Again, Facebook didn’t tell you to cheat on your significant other on its website, so you’re to blame for that one, too.
Probably the worst thing that Facebook has gotten blamed for is robbery. People claim that because of Facebook, their houses have been robbed by an approved friend. I don’t believe that at all. If you’re dumb enough to tell the world that you’re going to be gone all weekend and that your house is empty, what do you expect to happen? Of course you’re going to get robbed if you tell everyone that your home is unoccupied. You may not want to believe this, but every one of your friends on Facebook may not be a real friend to you, so be careful!
I feel really bad that Facebook has to face criticism for this. Blaming them for the idiotic things that people have said or done isn’t the answer. I believe that there is nothing wrong with the site, the problem is the people. Maybe someday when they get smarter, Facebook will actually be what it was made for, a social networking site instead of the target for human problems.
— By Haley McAllister
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- Posted on May 26, 2010
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I also believe that it Is the persons fault for something supposedly to "ruin your life". Also people exaggerate over the small things and try to blame someone or something for there actions on the site. Either by an innapropriate picture or comment. People need to watch out what they do on facebook since everyone can see your information even if you have your account private.
To tell the truth i was also addictid to facebook.I would always be on it if it wasnt on my computer it was on my phone or ipod. I bealive its true that your the one ruining your life.I stoped the addictio when my sister was born and i had to take care of her and thats when i didnt get to facebook that often. Face isnt really the probalem it was acually you guys.
I agree fully with this. I really don't understand why people are addicted to a socializing website. I am a user of Facebook, but only to stay in touch with old friends and to keep up with family.
Why do people keep saying that Facebook ruins their life. They are the people posting stuff, so technically they are controlling it themselves. Whatever goes on the Internet, stays on the Internet. Be careful what you post. Bad things could happen if you don't keep your identity safe.
I don't know why people say Facebook ruined their life, technically your ruining your life being being on Facebook. I honestly get annoyed by the people that update their status every 5 minutes. It's not necessary, and they need to get a life. Some people are on so much it becomes a part of their life, soon to be an addiction. Also, those who claim that Facebook creates drama for them. Their the ones who created drama by signing up, and causing it. In addition, Facebook gives you the option to block those who bother you. You can also report an item a person shares if someone bullys/harms you in a way. Thats why I think Facebook doesn't ruin your life. You do.
I honestly don't think that facebook would ruin you're life. If you think it did then you shouldnt of signed up for it. When people say they get annoyed when people post pictures then say stuff about them then they shouldn't of posted it.
I don't think facebook has anything to do with people ruining their lives. You choose to be apart of facebook so its your own problem. Its not like facebook said u had to join you chose what you did and you control what you post so if you post something you don't want other people see you shouldn't post it. So if blame facebook for your problems your blaming the wrong people you should be blaming yourself cause you joined facbook.
I think Facebook didn't ruin anyone's life because Facebook is there for people to find friends who they haven't seen in a long time. Facebook doesn't ruin anyone's life you just chose to put your business out which isn't so smart and people read it and thats how its ruins your life. You have to make wise choices before you do anything or post anything. So you have to think smart and be alert.
This story is about someone who said "Facebook ruined my life." I sometime wish Facebook hadn't been invented either because it has really just turned to a gossip center. People keep supporting Facebook and in reality, that's what the main point was, to say or tell what they are doing but watch out who your friends with on it.
I disagree because Facebook is a place where people have the freedom to express themselves. If Facebook really "ruined your life," then you should be able to talk to the people who posted something wrong. If you don't like Facebook, then don't re-visit the website. People have a right to post anything they want to, but if you don't like what they say then it is not their fault. People have the right to voice their opinions and tell their side of a story.