The Communication of Falsities
The twenty-first century has seen the biggest explosion in the lines of communications since 1950’s. We receive information from television, radio, cell phones and the internet. The charm of distance and privacy is disappearing. Mass communication means the information, whether correct or incorrect is spread at a lightning pace. There doesn’t seem to be a day goes by that I don’t get some information I feel is false, whether it is lies about presidential candidates or the latest phishing scam. It is a barrage of information attacking us. The best defense is education.
Education of oneself never ends. I feel if I don’t learn something everyday, then I am not trying to better myself. Knowledge is the only weapon that is also its best defense. Now, I know people who say they don’t have time to look up every bit of information that is thrown at them. I am not suggesting you do. I’m only talking about reading up on something that might see false to you. The power of our minds makes us unique among all the creatures of the world. Our ability to lie also is unique.
So, how much effect does it really take? Honestly, not as much as people think. Typically, with 5 to 10 minutes on the internet, you can find both sides of any argument or uncover any fraud. If you want to truly be informed, don’t panic when you hear gloom or lies. Spend a little time and research the information. What is the first thing you do when someone tells you the sky is falling? You look up.
Education of oneself never ends. I feel if I don’t learn something everyday, then I am not trying to better myself. Knowledge is the only weapon that is also its best defense. Now, I know people who say they don’t have time to look up every bit of information that is thrown at them. I am not suggesting you do. I’m only talking about reading up on something that might see false to you. The power of our minds makes us unique among all the creatures of the world. Our ability to lie also is unique.
So, how much effect does it really take? Honestly, not as much as people think. Typically, with 5 to 10 minutes on the internet, you can find both sides of any argument or uncover any fraud. If you want to truly be informed, don’t panic when you hear gloom or lies. Spend a little time and research the information. What is the first thing you do when someone tells you the sky is falling? You look up.