The article discusses a perceived decline in shared societal values such as honesty and decency, which were once common. With the rise of the internet and social media, there has been a noticeable shift, where extreme and controversial behavior is celebrated instead of virtuous traits. This cultural shift has not only affected adult behavior but is likely to influence children's values negatively. The author emphasizes that frequent exposure to rewarding bad behavior can lead society's moral standards to slip, fundamentally altering our collective integrity.
That shared intention fostered a quiet kind of social glue, instilling a sense of trust, connection, and collective integrity.
It began to feel like values weren't just overlooked; they were being sidelined entirely.
When we frequently witness people misbehaving and being rewarded, our standards can slip.
The repetition of it has an effect.
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