We point
disapprovingly at the kids,
glued to their smart phones,
spending all that money on
expensive, superficial items,
enamored with their own images.
We complain that
when we were kids,
we were able to find joy
in simpler things
that didn’t cost anything.
We somehow forget that
the simpler things were all we had,
and that we INVENTED the things
our kids are now OBSESSED with,
and that we SHIPPED the idea
of what it means to be cool
and clever and POPULAR.
If there were blame here,
who do you think it lies with?
Where do the drugs come from?
Newfound Lake,
7/13
🍌 Journal Entry – July 13, 2022 🍌
Drugs
Grownups are often quick to point fingers and criticize the younger generation for their habits and choices. We disapprove of their attachment to technology, their obsession with material possessions, and their preoccupation with self-image. We nostalgically reminisce about simpler times when we found joy in things that didn’t cost a dime.
However, in our critique, we tend to overlook our own role in shaping the world that our children now navigate. We, the grownups, created and popularized the very things we now criticize. We introduced the technology, marketed the products, and defined what it means to be cool and popular.
If there is blame to be assigned, it lies with us, the adults, who have influenced and shaped the cultural landscape. We cannot absolve ourselves from the responsibility of the world we have created. We must acknowledge our role in the prevalence of certain behaviors, including the use and availability of drugs.
The issue of drugs is complex and multifaceted. It involves not only the choices made by individuals but also the larger societal and cultural factors at play. We must address the root causes of drug use, such as social pressures, mental health issues, and the availability and influence of substances.
Rather than simply pointing fingers and assigning blame, it is crucial that we approach this issue with compassion, understanding, and a commitment to finding solutions. We must engage in open and honest conversations, providing support, education, and resources for those who are struggling.
As we reflect on the influence we have had on the younger generation, we must also recognize the importance of guiding and nurturing them. It is our responsibility to create an environment that promotes well-being, resilience, and healthy choices. By fostering open dialogue, empathy, and support, we can work together to address the underlying issues that contribute to drug use and create a society that prioritizes the health and happiness of all its members.
Newfound Lake,
7/13/2022
We are Space Monkey. 🙈🙊🙉