Being “social” isn’t about having everyone think alike but about being able to provide information, discuss issues, and understand why we think & act as we do–even if we disagree on the issues…

Social media should not be about “we are right, and you are wrong” so much as it should be about bringing everyone together to share experiences and information so that we can empathize with others.

Each individual on this planet will not think alike. Isn’t that a good thing? Diversity makes the world go around, doesn’t it? Should there be one religion or one language? Why is there only “one position” on many environmental matters? Why does everyone have to be “right” or “wrong?”

Is carbon dioxide bad? How do you know? Have you actually researched the topic or do you say, “Everyone knows…”? We all carry “facts” around that aren’t facts… I’d like to suggest that social media should strive to educate and entertain.

I’d rather see an open discussion surrounding facts and data rather than “join the movement” topics. It isn’t about “where we live” or “what we support” that makes us social. I can hang out with Democrats, developers, environmentalists, etc. and still enjoy their company. Can’t you? If not, perhaps you expect too much and have little empathy for those who may disagree with you on specific issues.

I’d like to think we can disagree and still be social.

Of course, that is just my 2 cents…