Literally brainwashed from the early stages of childhood and for the majority of our lives to not question or wonder if what is told to us is truth. Which opens up the opportunity for them to lie to us about everything. Without most of us seeing the underlying meaning behind why they would be lying in the first place.
I think about this more and more every day. The first time I really realized this was when I learned the truth behind the animal agriculture industry and how animal exploitation is so normalized in schools and the media, and how hidden the industry tries to keep the truth. Pretty much from birth were lied to and persuaded by industries to believe we "need" things we dont need at all (milk for strong bones, make-up for beauty, gadgets for entertainment, disposable everything for convenience...). I get so frustrated just thinking about it! Even more frustrating is when you try to share these thoughts on platforms like IG and suddenly your reach takes a dive.
Sorry, I didnt mean to rant there but your post just struck something in me! XD Anyway, welcome and I look forward to seeing and reading more from you :D
Pretty much from birth were lied to and persuaded by industries to believe we "need" things we dont need at all (milk for strong bones, make-up for beauty, gadgets for entertainment, disposable everything for convenience...)
Exactly!! I have been so consumed by these thoughts for far too long now and it’s nice to have a place like Steem to freely express them. As well as so many people to relate to! So many examples.. all coming from someone (mainly large corporations) creating profit from almost nothing. Then most don’t contribute to resolving the waste that’s being generated because of them. It’s so sad but I believe that we can come together and change this for the future!
In regards to IG and the reach it is completely true! They don’t want others to open their minds to what’s happening. We’re all supposed to remain as cattle 😵