We live in a digital age. With all the positive things it provides, Social Networking, Facebook in particular, also has its share of negative attributes. But in the end, it all comes down to the quality and character of the person behind the computer, not the social networking site itself. I personally am not involved with Facebook because in my school, having an account there is a definite way to be involved in excess drama. Sometimes though, it is unavoidable to get caught up in it, Facebook or no Facebook. To keep the drama and stress out of your life, make sure you never do any of these ten things on Facebook, or any other Social Networking website, and remember, the web is what you make of it.
10. Do not brag.
10. Do not brag.
Whether it's about getting a high grade on a test, your new clothes you bought at the mall, or that vacation you just took, just don't do it. If you want to share about the good things going on your life, tell your close friends, not the whole world.
9. Don't spend ALL your time on Facebook.
This only leads to obsession, and will make you depressed. Like I mentioned in number ten, many people brag and seeing how "great" their life is will just make you feel bad about your own.
8. Don't have a whole conversation with someone publicly.
If you are using Facebook, privately message, or if you are using Twitter, direct message the person you would like to talk to. No one needs to read the whole conversation you have with a friend, especially if you are talking about another person. (see number four)
7. Do not friend your teachers.
This one kind of speaks for itself. If you have a Facebook page that is only for professional use, then you can request teachers, but if you have pictures of yourself partying and drinking, then sending out a friend request to a teacher probably isn't the best idea.
6. Do not be friends with anyone on a social networking site that you are not friends with in real life.
If you would pass by a person on the street without saying hi, then you're obviously not friends with them, so why be friends with them on Facebook?
5. Think twice before digging up your past.
They say everything in life happens for a reason. Maybe things with you and this person you want to reconnect with ended for a reason, so why try to start up things that ended? Whether it's an ex-boyfriend, or a friend from your childhood, just think about if it's worth it before you contact people who left your life.
4. Don't fight with anyone.
Like I said in number three: if you wouldn't say it to a person's face, then don't say it on Facebook. And if you would say it to their face, then do so instead of posting things on the Internet.
3. Do not spread rumors/gossip/threaten anyone.
Not only is this very mean, and speaks badly about your character, but it's on the Internet. This means anyone in the entire world can see it and it will be documented and saved for all time. If you wouldn't say it to the person's face, then don't say it on Facebook.
2. Do not post sexually suggestive photos.
Did you know that when applying for job, or for college, one of the things that they will look at is for Facebook page? Do you want the impression that they have of you to be a sexually suggestive photo?
1. Do not make a versus page.
For those of you who don't know, a versus page is two pictures of two different people, and users are asked to comment and vote on who is the prettiest or hottest. This is just cruel. Think about how this makes the "loser" feel. NO ONE should make one of these.
Follow these tips to have a healthy, safe and stress-free relationship with Facebook. For more information about this topic click click here.
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