Don't Air Out your Dirty Laundry

I firmly believe in the usefulness of social media. From Facebook and Twitter to Instagram and Snapchat, social media has become an incredible tool for the modern world. I mean just look at all it can do. It has become a photo album, instant messenger, news center, advertising hub, and even a media resume. However, I do not believe that these tools were ever meant to be used as a diary.

I am all for reaching out to others when there are issues or things go wrong. I believe that talking to love ones and laying problems out for solving is an essential part of handling issues. Having said that, problems should be solved with loved ones, not the world. I don't see that a Facebook post or not-so-subtle tweet is an appropriate avenue for handling issue. If you are having a problem, contact someone and talk it out. Don't post your problems for all to see, and don't use these platforms as a means to attack another. How is that the proper way to solve an issue?

I am a firm believer that you do NOT air out dirty laundry; it is simply not the proper way to address a problem. If you have a problem with someone, speak to them directly. If you are having a relationship issue, handle it amongst yourselves. Have enough respect for yourself and for others to be an adult and handle problems the mature way: not in a public forum.

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