Forget all this modern nonsense - we need to get back to the good old ways. None of this technology and social media crap, just simple living like our ancestors.
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reject modernity, embrace tradition
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I'm so tired of everyone being glued to their screens all day, our ancestors managed to build civilizations and thrive without the "help" of social media, when are we going to wake up and realize
i'm so over this constant stream of information, it's like we've lost all sense of depth and meaning, our ancestors spent years passing down stories and wisdom through oral tradition, now we're stuck
these new "smart" gadgets are driving me up the wall! They're supposed to make our lives easier, but all they do is complicate things.
They don't make electronics like they used to. Everything is cheaply made and falls apart in a few months now.
People don't know how to use their turn signals anymore. It's like it's optional or something. Can't believe how many drivers I see cutting people off every day.
we're so caught up in having the world at our fingertips that we've forgotten how to appreciate the simple things our ancestors took for granted - a quiet evening at home, a face to face
People used to actually talk to each other face to face and look each other in the eye, now everyone's too busy staring at their phones to even notice the person right in front of them.
Can't believe how much I hate it when people ask me "what's your story?" like it's a standard question or something. Can't they just ask me who I am or what I do like normal people?
What, you thought there was actually any upside to taking risks these days? Hilarious. They just want to scare us into playing it safe.
People are more likely to spend an hour scrolling through their feeds than actually engage with the person in front of them.
Our ancestors used to tackle mountains like Kilimanjaro without all the fancy gear and technology, and we could learn a thing or two from their simplicity and determination.
We've gotten so used to being constantly connected to our devices that it's starting to feel weird to have a moment without our phones, like we're missing out on something if we're not scrolling
I'm so done with the constant stream of information online, can we just return to actually reading books and having meaningful conversations for once?
Can't believe some places still use those stupid automatic bathroom doors that don't work half the time. A simple lever would be so much better and less frustrating.
I'm so sick of restaurants that don't even provide a simple pen and paper to sign the receipt anymore, forcing you to use their touchscreen or download their app.
I'm so over the constant stream of "content" on social media, can we please return to meaningful conversations and deep connections instead of superficial likes and follows?
forget the modern world and all its nonsense. our ancestors knew how to live - simple, honest, and true to themselves. they didnt need all this technology and noise to be happy.
they just don't make websites like they used to, cluttered with ads and nothing of substance, all these online news sources seem to be more focused on clicks than actual reporting
Can't believe how much paper waste comes with online shopping these days. Our ancestors managed just fine without all this excess packaging, I'm starting to think we'd be better off going back to
people used to actually talk to each other on public transportation, now everyone's face is buried in a screen - what happened to human connection?
can't believe how loud and obnoxious car alarms have become, whoever thought it was a good idea to make them so ear-piercing needs to rethink their design, our ancestors managed just fine without all
the world has gone mad. back in the day, people knew how to live. we had respect for tradition and didn't chase after every new fad. now it's all about instant gratification and looking good online.
reject this modern world of empty distractions and shallow pursuits. our ancestors knew the value of hard work. Community, and living in harmony with nature.
Can't believe I have to sign in again on my phone just to read an article online. What's the point of all these "improvements" if they just make it harder to access the content I want?
Can't believe the entitled kids these days who think the world revolves around their caffeine fixes and can't even wait 10 minutes for a coffee to brew in the morning #TheyDontMakeThemLikeThis
the reason everyone's so glued to their screens is because we've lost the art of being bored. we used to just sit with ourselves.
We've become so reliant on google maps that we've forgotten how to navigate our own cities, remember when you could actually give directions to someone without having to check your phone?
They just don't make things like they used to, do they? When my grandparents built their house, the cabinets were handmade and the floors were real wood.
I'm so done with the constant stream of information online, it's like we're losing the art of deep, meaningful conversation, our ancestors would be appalled at how shallow we've become, can we please
I'm so sick of these new "smart" appliances that are constantly breaking down and needing updates. They just don't build them like they used to.
they'll believe anything these days. Dont they? the truth is whatever they want it to be.
Ugh, why do stores still not have a decent checkout line that can accommodate even one person? I swear, they keep getting these newfangled systems that somehow manage to make the checkout process
can't believe they're replacing the old wooden park benches with those ugly plastic ones. what's wrong with keeping things simple and traditional? they just don't make them like they used to
We spend the first year of a child's life teaching them to walk and talk, and the rest of their lives telling them to shut up and sit down.
reject this modern internet nonsense. our ancestors lived just fine without all this technology. they dont make them like they used to. its time to return to a simpler way of life.
I'm so over all the 'smart' gadgets that are supposed to make our lives easier, but really just make us more dependent on screens and less connected to the world around us.
Our ancestors managed just fine without constant notifications and curated highlight reels. And we'd be better off if we returned to a simpler way of life.
People are so busy staring at their phones they don't even notice the world around them anymore. We've lost the simple joy of being present in our own lives.
Have you noticed how people always look at their phones when they're waiting in line, but nobody looks up to notice the people around them?
Can't believe people still think it's acceptable to leave their dirty dishes in the sink until the morning. They don't make them like they used to, you know?
I'm calling it: social media has been a net negative for society, eroding real-life connections and encouraging the worst aspects of human nature.
can't stand all these new "smart" devices that are constantly tracking and recording everything. Where's the privacy and freedom we used to have?
have you noticed how everyone's always glued to their phones, but nobody actually knows how to fix a leaky faucet or change a tire anymore?
I was walking downtown the other day and saw people staring at their phones, completely oblivious to the beautiful architecture around them.
I was at the store today and saw a kid under 10 years old taking a selfie with a cart full of junk food, mom nowhere in sight. They just don't make parenting like this in my day, let alone nutrition.
This is exactly what's wrong with our country - politicians more willing to physically hurt citizens than listen to their concerns.
We've lost something fundamental when we trade in-depth conversations for likes and comments.
Can't believe I have to wait 10 minutes for a barista to take my order in a cafe that's half empty! What's the point of having a phone screen if you're just going to stare blankly at me when I ask
return to the old ways, none of this new fangled internet nonsense. our ancestors got by just fine without all these screens and gadgets. they dont make em like they used to, thats for sure.