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Have We Lost Our Humanity?
<p><br/></p><p>The question “Have we lost our humanity?” stings when we see people turning others’ pain into content. Social media is full of videos and posts where real struggles—poverty, grief, or hardship—are used for likes, views, or clout. Instead of offering a hand, some whip out their phones to record, chasing viral fame while someone suffers. It’s hard not to wonder: are we still human when we do this?</p><p><img alt="" src="/media/inline_insight_image/Screenshot_20250904-114115.jpg"/></p><p>Life’s tough moments aren’t new, but exploiting them for attention feels like a modern twist. Someone’s crying on the street, and instead of asking, “Are you okay?” people hit record. A family loses their home, and it’s a photo op, not a call to help. The rush for content can make us cold, turning real people into props for our feeds. It’s like we’ve traded empathy for engagement.</p><p><br/></p><p>But it’s not everyone. There are still those who quietly help—donating, listening, or just being there. The problem is, kindness doesn’t always trend. The algorithm rewards drama, not decency, so the good gets buried under the noise. We haven’t lost our humanity, but we’re letting it slip when we prioritize clicks over care.</p><p><br/></p><p>To hold onto our humanity, we need to stop and think: is this moment mine to share, or someone’s to live? Helping doesn’t need a camera. A small act—a meal, a kind word—means more than a million views. Our humanity isn’t gone, but it’s fading when we choose content over compassion. The challenge is simple: put the phone down and reach out a hand instead.</p>
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