Think before you post
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People may behave differently online than they do in person - the large audience is invisible, so many feel protected by their screens. This can be a positive thing, like someone feeling more confident to open up and be themselves. But sometimes people will misuse social networks to shame and bully others.
Posting online is instant, public and more often than not, permanent. Once you post, you lose control of what happens to it - it only takes one friend to share it on their own profiles for it to be completely out of your hands.
The digital world is the real world with real consequences, so make sure you always ask yourself the following before you hit send!
Consider the following guidelines
Will I feel good or different about it later?
Social media comes with one golden rule, don’t post when you are angry. A split second of rage can have permanent consequences.
Why am I posting?
Is this something you really want to post, does it really reflect your personality and values? Don’t fo...
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