The Crime of “Like”

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With the growing number of Facebook users nowadays, you can only expect the continuing increase of people using this social networking site as the primary means to communicate with their friends and loved ones. It’s easy and very accessible. But, based on my observation, this has affected some people in a way where we no longer think before we act.

And yes, I meant WE because I’m also guilty of some of the “Facebook crimes” like ranting too much, or posting too many updates. *LOL* Like I always say, you have the option to unsubscribe or hide my updates on your newsfeed. But, one thing I never did is “liking” a post or photo that’s depressing.

I remember seeing Facebook status posts from people on my list (I have a wide network because of my blogs) after typhoon Pedring and Sendong. People were actually hitting that LIKE link (or button) even when the message was devastating. Do these people still remember what “like” means?! Do you?

I see people liking Facebook relationship status changes from “in a relationship” to “single” (I have a post about people who change this like it means nothing). I know, there are instances when this will be acceptable, but generally, it’s not proper to “like” this too.

I use the “like” button (please permit me to use button instead of link ‘cause it just sounds better ^_^) a lot, especially when I don’t feel like leaving a lengthy comment (I can’t be brief ever… @_@ ). I believe that a simple “like” would get my message across that I’m in favor or I agree with what the poster was saying or trying to express. Some may concur with the message below that it’s what lazy people use, but in my case, it only happens 10% of the time. *LOL*

I just wish there are more options available than just the “like” button. I’d like to see a “I don’t care” and “dislike” button. But, I know a couple of my crazy friends will use those on me. *LOL*

I have another post coming up about etiquette and how it’s been deteriorating over the past years when we started using the internet and social networking sites more than ever. I know many of you would agree and may have noticed these mannerisms as well.

Remember to think before you click. The “Like” button is a very powerful tool. It can tell people you agree with their status message. It can show that you want someone to continue posting food photos (*ehem*), of their kids in 4moms origami strollers (that you’ve been wanting for the longest time), or even their own portraits, which can sometimes be misconstrued as flirting, by the way. So next time you click on that “Like” button, think.

Tell me, are you guilty?

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