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When people sit down with small talks or conservation they end up a discussion on any of the 3 most important topics in Indian.\nOne is politics, next is movies( Bollywood in specific) and the ultimate one is Cricket. <\/p>
\nEach individual can share the Democratic view on any of the topics. People can generate patriotic emotions when they discuss Indian sports to be more specific cricket. \n\n<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593858222434","data":"
Importance of Cricket over other sports: <\/p>
\nCricket fever overshadowed our national sport Hockey. Equalposure is not given to all sports in the country.\n\n\nBecause of the cricket mania, several other sports like hockey, tennis and athletic sports are being neglected. Hockey is the sport in which our nation won gold consecutively 8 times in Olympics.<\/p>
Because of the lack of support the game gradually lost its importance and today we reached a stage where we need to play qualifying matches for the Olympics. We need to thank people like Gagan Narang, Sushil Kumar, Vijay Kumar, Mary com, and Saina Nehwal who won Olympic golds in 2012. \n\n<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593858222435","data":"
Reasons <\/p>
\n\n\n>Media and News :\n The Media which provides what people expect\/Want. Most of the time the Tv channels cover cricket highlights. Most of the Indians have every good habit of reading newspapers early morning but the most interesting paper in the sports column then the cricket details.\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593858222436","data":"5f0059f980966"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593858222437","data":"
> Infrastructure :\n\nCompared to other sports, cricket has more number of coaching centers in the entire country. This factor is hugely responsible for drawing more and more young children, who aspire to be future cricketers. <\/p>
\n\n>cricket commentary:\n\n\n\nThe Commentators play a vital role in a Live Cricket match be it Test or One Day. Their voice quality, mode, pace, cricket insights, biasedness, sense of humor in their presentation has a great impact on listeners. It can generate enthusiasm, excitement or disappointment, anger, frustration, boredom.\n\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593858222438","data":"5f005a2d01bf0"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593858222439","data":"
> sponsors and revenue IPL:\n \n\nCricketers endorse different brands and products just like Bollywood celebrities.\n\n\nYes, of course, cricketers are no less than celebrities and they're mostly a Gods of cricket.\n\n\n\n\nAlthough the BCCI, the governing body in India, has major deals for its national team, it is the IPL that has really driven the growth in sponsorship revenue in the country.\n\nMany more reasons to list on...the Governing Body (BCCI), the victories...etc\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593858222440","data":"5f005a67dc8df"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593858222441","data":"
If I ask an Indian kid to talk about Sachin Tendulkar. He will not stop his flow until and unless I say him to stop... <\/p>
\nSachin Ramesh Tendulkar is a former international cricketer from India and a former captain of the Indian national team. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket. His last line would be Sachin is my favorite hero and I will play like a Sachin in the near future.\n\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593858222442","data":"5f005a913c3a1"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593858222443","data":"
But if I ask about Viswanathan \n(Viswanathan \"Vishy\" Anand is a former world chess champion. He became the first grandmaster from India in 1988 and is one of the few players to have surpassed an Elo rating of 2800, a feat he first achieved in 2006. Anand is a five-time world chess champion) .<\/p>
\n\n\nI'm sure he can at least say a single line about the champion. oh I know I think he plays chess.\n\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593858222444","data":"5f005ac7c770a"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593858222445","data":"
Why is that so? Cricketers' biography and life is lead by people in India. Movies are made on a franchised level of business. <\/p>
\n\nNo issues because most of us not paid much attention to the game and champions in other sports.\n<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593858222446","data":"
Except for cricket, Any sport for that matter is always an illogical career for parents in the family discussion. I hope the situation bit changed now at least my Granny believes playing badminton is a great sport because she is a fangirl of Pv Sindhu.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593858222447","data":"5f005b7a41af6"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593858222448","data":"
Nevertheless, if we give too much importance to cricket. The circuitous way we are projecting that, if we're good at other sports we can't have a good career...Of course, as a player, she\/He knows the passion and success she\/He can get playing sports other than cricket but the Entertainment media doesn't show tension in other sports and enlighten people with a different sports career. <\/p>
\nSome true facts; Newcomers in cricket sport get name & fame in a short span. But it's not happening with other sports players.\n<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593858222449","data":"
But the situation is no longer the same, the shifting is changing. Tournaments like Pro Kabaddi, Pro Wrestling, ISL & HIL, etc have seen huge footfall and have provided financial support to players from these Sports. <\/p>
\n\n\nI hope we even celebrate the other sports and champions in a wider and border way, ever before.\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593858222450","data":"5f005c28c7f94"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593858222451","data":"
A true fan can never get offended and Intellectual people always focus on facts.....!!-shiri<\/p>"}]
There are so many contagious viruses in all over the world. Because of this virsues so many people were suffered. Let us consider about corono virus. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593860317250},{"id":1593865021421,"type":"img","data":"5f00733db6e79"},{"data":"
Corona virus are a family of virsuses that can cause illness such as the common cold, severe acute respiratory synchrome (SARS) and middle east respiratory synchrome (MERS). In 2019, a new corona virus was identified as the cause outbreak that originated in china. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593860858035},{"id":1593864844891,"type":"img","data":"5f00728d43eba"},{"data":"
The virus is now known as the severe acute respiratory synchrome coronavorus 2. The disease it causes is called coronavirus disease 2019. In march 2020, the world health organization declared the covid 19 outbreak a pandemic. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593860857936},{"id":1593864877356,"type":"img","data":"5f0072ad9d35c"},{"data":"
Public health groups, incliding the U.S. center for disease. Control and prevention and who, are monitoring and posting updates on their websites. These groups have also issued recommendations for preventing and treating the illness. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593860857836},{"id":1593865036920,"type":"img","data":"5f00734d4a263"},{"data":"
Symptoms:-signs and symptoms of coronavirus disease 2019 may appear two to 14 days after exposure. This time after exposure and having symptoms is called the incubation period. Common signs and symptoms can include, 1.fewer. 2. Cough. 3.tiredness. 4.shortness of breathing. 5.muscle aches. 6.Chills. 7. Sore throat. 8.runny nose. 9. Headache. 10. Chest pain. This list is not all inclusive other less common symptoms have been reported, such as rash, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Children have similar symptoms to adults and generally have mild illness. The severity of covid 19 symptoms can range from very mild to severe. Some people may have only a few symptoms, and some people may have only a few symptoms, and some people may have no symptoms at all. Some people may experience worsened symptoms such as worsened shortness of breath and pneumonia, about a week after symptomes starts. People who are older than a higher risk of serious illness from covid 19 and the risk increases with age. People who have existing chronic medical conditions also may have a higher risk of serious illness. From covid 19 include:- 1. Serious heart disease. 2.cheonic obstructive pulmonary disease. 3. Type 2 diabetes. 4. Severe obesity. 5. Chronic kidney disease. 6. Sickle cell disease. 7. weakened immune system from solid organ transplants. 8. Asthma. 9. Liver disease. 10. Brain and nervous system. 11. Type 1 diabetes. 12. High blood pressure. Causes:- It spreads from person to person among those in close contact. The virus spreads by respiratory droplets realised when someone with the virus coughs, sneeze or talks. These droplets can be inhaled or land in the mouth or nose of a person nearby. It can also spread if a person touches a surface with the virus on it and then touches his or her mouth, nose or eyes althrough this isn't considering to be main way it spreads. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593860857704},{"id":1593864796943,"type":"img","data":"5f00725d3b626"},{"data":"
Pervention:- Althrough there is no vaccine available to prevent covid 19, you can take steps to reduce your risk of infection. WHO and CDC recommend following these precautions for avoiding covid 19. 1. Avoid close contact. 2. Avoid large events and mass gathering. 3. Stay home as much as possible and keep distance between yourself and other especially if you have a high covid 19. 4. Wash your hands often with soap and water for al least 20 seconds, or use an alcohol hand sanitizer that contains atleast 60% alcohol. 5. Cover your face with a cloth face mask in public spaces, such as the grocery store, where its difficult to avoid close contact with others. Use non medical cloth masks, surgical masks and N95 respirations.Etc...<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593861889068},{"id":1593864980126,"type":"img","data":"5f0073147c33f"},{"data":"
With hundreds of thousands of people dead and millions infected, the novel corona viruscis continuing to pose a grave threat to human lives, particularly ro those with pre existing conditions like hypertension, cardiovasvular disease or diabetes. Neverthless, social distancing and lockdowns to be working and resulting in fewer hospitalisations and deaths. Yet, not all socoeties are following the same measures to combat the virus. For instance, they have decided to live as business as usual and trying to cope with the pandemic situation as a new normal considering the fact that the virus isn't going away anytime soon. The result is jot very promising as lately the number of deaths has spiked to thousands whereas it reamained within the other hand, china has shown that the virsus transmission could be stopped through containment but at a substantial cost. Globally, the economic shock from covid 19 could be severe compared to the financial crisis in 2008 or even to the great depression in the 1930s. The market has been defeated by the virsus, nothing in human known history destroyed wealth as the virus has. Unless in the next few months, a solution such as a therapy, vaccine or perhaps a voodoo can prevent the virsus to do anymore harm. The worst may come with the chains of economic transaction becoming broken because many of the debts may not be paid. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593861888835},{"data":"
Precautuonary steps:- While the virus scored globally, the government took proactive measures to control its spread in india. It conducted heavy screenings and mandatorily quarantined incoming international travellersand also conclusively suspended all visas, expect for diplomats and employment, till April 15. All crossnational borders were sealed, and railway operations were suspended. Further, all schools, gyms, malls, clubs, hotels, community halls, etc..were shut. But due to the increased risk of the spread of the virus, on march 24, the prime minister announced a complete 21 days lockdown for the entire nation, banning people to move out of their hoises. This act, thus, severely restricted the community spread of the virus. However, the downside is that the lockdown is expected to shave off more than Rs. 10 lakh coses from the Indian economy. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593861888701},{"id":1593868464376,"type":"img","data":"5f0080b0bdf12"},{"data":"
Medical steps:- the governament has designated 72 centers across the country for the diagnosis and treatment of covid 19. As per the WHO estimate, there should be 3 beds per 1000 people while india has only 0.7bedsper 1000 people. Thus, to provide for more isolation wards, the governament converted 20000 railway coaches into isolation stations. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593861888485},{"id":1593868453823,"type":"img","data":"5f0080a633cf1"},{"data":"
If i am here to take a discussion i will firstly stop the win shops and temples. After that i will Avair all the people about the importance of immunity. Thirdly i will keep the full lockdown down all over the world. fourthly i will stop the payments of EMI and other debts and lastly start the employs work from home only. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593860857589},{"id":1593868434962,"type":"img","data":"5f00809343bf8"},{"data":"
Life doesn't get easier or more forgiving, we get stronger and most resilient. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593860857138},{"data":"
Stay home stay safe. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593868406547},{"data":"
Thanks for reading. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593860856997}]
INTRODUCTION Issues like untouchability and casteism are still common in rural areas. The reason for this is the deep rooted traditions of casteism. Not just adults, even children are subjected to this form of discrimination. Be it in the community, schools or even the playground, many children face humiliation because of caste discrimination. There have been instances where during the mid-day Meals served in schools, children of schedule castes have been asked to sit separately and eat; scheduled caste girls have been asked to clean the school toilets; and teachers have asked children belonging to the minority community to sit right at the back in class.<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593909100489},{"id":1593909156126,"type":"img","data":"5f011fa35474a"},{"data":"
what the laws says about caste discrimination \n\nAccording to article 14 of the Indian constitution, the state shall not deny equality to any person before the law or the equal protection of the laws within the territory of India. Article 15 prohibits the state from discriminating any citizen on ground of any religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them.\n\nArticle 17 states that untouchability is abolished and its practice in any form is forbidden. The \u2018Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955\u2019 was the first Indian law that came into force to provide punishment for the preaching and practice of \u2018Untouchability\u2019 and for any mater connected with it. In 1989, the Government of India enacted \u2018the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act\u2019, which recognised various kinds of acts of violence and discrimination inflicted upon the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes by non-scheduled castes and non-scheduled tribes as punishable offences. It also provides for provision of special courts at the district level to try the offences under this Act. INDIAN CASTE SYSTEM \nBRAHMINS:priests KSHATRIYAS:kings,warriors VAISYAS:merchants,craftsman,skilled workers SUDRA:farm workers,unskilled workers,servants DALITS:street sweeper,clean up human,deal with dead bodies(out-castes)<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593909140089},{"id":1593909701758,"type":"img","data":"5f0121c508f7e"},{"data":"
While the Indian government has enacted several laws formalised within the constitution such as articles 12 to 35 which are not only \"dedicated to protecting the individual rights\" but also help abolish the caste system.The system's presence is one yet to be eliminated amongst certain sectors in India primarily those in the more rural parts of India. This prevalence is particularly due to the fact that \"society itself is structured to keep this tradition going\" and what this entails is that their are psychological barriers that have been implemented through decades of the system's presence and integration in society, thus making it difficult to get rid of such a rigid system. \nDISCRIMINATION\nThe Dalits or Untouchables face the highest form of discriminations by the other groups within the Caste System. The primary areas of which they are discriminated are education, work, and marriage, with marriage being the most notorious of the three. <\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593909672239},{"id":1593910985718,"type":"img","data":"5f0126c8f2abc"},{"data":"
EDUCATION AND WORK\n\nEducation has always played a crucial role in bettering one's circumstances, and while the caste system initially disabled Untouchables to acquire a formal education, the government has issued reserve systems to ensure that certain quotes of students are from the Dalits class. Even with such a progressive movement, there have been repercussions particularly from the higher classes, many of which \"felt that the system was not meritocratic, and provided an unjust advantage to the low caste members.\"This not only translated towards protests from the upper caste, but also discrimination towards the Untouchables in the work force to the point that it has \"[conferred] almost a disadvantage bettering the chances of neither salaried work nor self-employment\" due to upper class higher restrictions\" while [also] increasing their likelihood of opting out of the labor force,\" because of their ability to receive an education thus deeming them overqualified for such positions.\n\n<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593909865672},{"id":1593911422769,"type":"img","data":"5f01287e062c8"},{"data":"
what is the best way to remove caste discrimination in india 1.Remove all sections that tell you to fill your caste in jobs and college applications.\n2.Declare that caste system was prevalent a thousand years ago and exhibiting discrimination on the basis of caste is illegal and would amount to prosecution if convicted after an inquiry and a legal trial. Setting up fast track courts for the same. \n3.Mandatory education for everyone till high school. This would include a section that would be taught about what the caste system was initially and how it was later changed where the lower caste people. \n4.Banning political parties that appeal to a specific caste or religion.<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593909863855},{"data":"
CONCLUSION\n\nTo conclude, the caste system is an archaic system that seeks to discriminate individuals based on their class within the system and is further worsened by the oppression of individuals in lower classes by higher classes, with the latter also treating certain people within a particular class far worse than others due to other general discriminatory traits those people have.\n<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593909862616},{"id":1593912155758,"type":"img","data":"5f012b5af1397"}]
Let me try to keep it simple and relevant at the same time. <\/p>
\nWhich world I'm living in? which place do I belong to? Who is responsible for my upbringing? whom should I rely on? who Empowered me? Nature (Mother Earth) \n\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593547356852","data":"5efb9b7005d19"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356853","data":"
As far as I know, The Species that have been here longer than us will be gone because of us. <\/p>
It's not the problems of poverty, global warming, or climate change. The problem is Us and the symptoms of the byproducts of us, the reflection loss of connection has created this misdirection .we have forgotten that everything is not (only )us.<\/p>
No, I'm not trying to be an Environmental Defense but the survival of the human epoch is no longer defending(Protecting) it. \n\n<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356854","data":"
I'm nobody to Explain the change in the Environment and the force it can enforce but someone who can try to understand the change involved in nature can diminish us. That's why I correlate climate change with the Human lifestyle and How climate change is the indicator of development. <\/p>
Climate Change prevails due to human delinquency. Climate change is real. It's happening now. It is the most urgent threat facing our entire species. and we need to work collectively together.<\/p>
Each one of us knows what is the definition of climate change: \n\nClimate change is the global phenomenon of climate transformation characterized by the changes in the usual climate of the planet (regarding temperature, precipitation, and wind) that are especially caused by human activities.\n<\/p>
What are the Consequences:<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593547356856","data":"5efb9c7d96b05"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356855","data":"
> Global Warming: Increase in the temperature and the effects of greenhouse gases include methane, carbon dioxide, CLF. <\/p>
>Droughts: a shortage of water. Agriculture will get disturbed. <\/p>
>Melting Glacier >Ocean Acidification and many to list on.\n<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356857","data":"
Climate change is an indicator of development. Why climate change matters to development?<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593547356858","data":"5efb9cf6584d9"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356859","data":"
In the 1700s as Great Britain was ramping up it\u2019s \u2018manufacturing, realized it was sitting on a seemingly endless supply of cheap energy that burned better than trees: coal. <\/p>
\nCoal is a game-changer, kicking off a new age called the industrial revolution: The transition included going from hand production methods to machines, new chemical manufacturing, and iron production processes, the increasing use of steam power and water power, the development of machine tools, and the rise of the mechanized factory system. Results for Immense increase in harmful gases in the Atmosphere. <\/p>
\nOf course, countries shifted the representation of developing to developed=[country].\nIn order to increase the economy rate they just balanced Nature biosphere with Budget. <\/p>
Do you think it the measure of accuracy? <\/p>
\nI agree with the industrialization Movement.which directed a number of changes in the economy, employment, and likelihood but the resources used in the development process are not acceptable. <\/p>
\nIf we look at statistics: China is by far the world's largest emitter with 10 billion tons of co2 every year. Or 27% of global emissions.\n15% with the USA and 10% with the European Union. (only China+USA+European union= 50% of global emission).Indian at 7% and Russia at 5% and Japan at 3% \n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593547356877","data":"5efba1ce756c1"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356860","data":"
But China is also the largest country in the world. If we consider the carbon footprint per person in the emission of co2 is considerably less than the United States. <\/p>
\nNow the number of industries, power factories, and scalable machinery set up in the developed countries is significantly helping them to maintain the luxury lives and Economy. <\/p>
\nBut what about the developing countries do they demand luxury lives or a sustained economy? How is climate change-related?\nIs it an indicator of development? <\/p>
\nLet me explain, Climate is changing because of greenhouse gases piling up in the atmosphere. Coal, crude oil, and natural gas, the more we use fossil fuels the more greenhouse gases we pour into the sky.\n\nConsuming a lot and emitting most of the greenhouse gases developed countries they've bring coal and gas on a massive scale. and they still use the most energy per capita. The thing is developing countries don't want to put their economies on pause while they invest in low emissions energy sources that may cost more. <\/p>
The impact of climate change is more harshly felt in many developing countries because they're more vulnerable moreover they tend to be in the regions where droughts and floods are already prevalent and will be made worse, by climate change.\nBecause they are the least prepared. Water change, the temperature change can seriously affect agricultural and food security courses, this will further affect the likelihood and health. <\/p>
\n\nIf the climate crisis is going terrible changes then the country no longer can cope up. If you're not focusing on the dimensions of climate change. You can't estimate the punch it can give us. <\/p>
\nIf we talk about India. India has considered an Agriculture country.70% of the population relies on farming. Temperature is the indicator of Farming. If climate alteration is in reverse order then India will no longer be considered as an agricultural country. \n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593547356861","data":"5efb9e674a455"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356862","data":"
What is the correlation between climate change and the human lifestyle?<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356863","data":"
Wealth is one of the strongest indicators of our carbon footprint because as we move from poor to rich. <\/p>
We gain access to electricity, heating, air conditioning lighting, modern cooking cars or planes, smartphones computers and interact with people across the world online. (Luxury lives of developed countries) .<\/p>
The Developed\/Developing countries' contributions to the emission of gases also matter what they eat? <\/p>
It turns out, what we put on our plates matters a lot. About 25 percent of all the global climate change problem we're seeing can be attributed back to the food and the choices that we're making about what we eat on daily\n\nThis is greater than all the cars on the planet(X2). <\/p>
Personal decisions really can have a big impact.\n\nIf I eat beef \ud83c\udf54 it emits 330g of co2 which is equal to car emitting 3 miles.\n\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593547356864","data":"5efb9f029b977"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356865","data":"
\nBut if you eat chicken \ud83c\udf57instead, there'more than a fivefold drop in emissions \n\n\nSwitch to fish and you see the number down even more (40g -Co2)\n\nIf I swapped beef out entirely for lentils, well \nI'm down to practically nothing.\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593547356866","data":"5efb9f48e9b65"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356867","data":"
The Mediterranean, diet can solve 15 percent of global warming pollution by 2050.<\/p>
\n\n\n\nI say sustained and healthy food is always good for the body and in turn nature. To make my point going completely vegetarian is a personal choice because according to the immune system we have to take the rich proteins which include meat and eggs.\n\nBut reducing inches of dietary supplement can help us build a good immune system. At least avoid having Beef or a Large Amount of meat in a single day.\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593547356868","data":"5efb9fa73b51e"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356869","data":"
My view: <\/p>
\n\nSo who's responsible for fixing this mess? <\/p>
\n\nThe rich countries who have played the biggest role in causing it?\nOr the poor countries who are currently emitting the most carbon?\n\nPassing the ball... Just your country is emitting more Co2.\n\n No, your country..No, my country.\n\n<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593547356870","data":"5efba028578e0"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356871","data":"
We have work in a spirit of cooperation.unfortunately the muscle is lead by the first world they control the world and the economy. <\/p>
\nThe stronger powers (Developed countries) are the upper caste and the smaller countries or colonial countries are pushed end side (lower caste).<\/p>
\nDo you think the Caste system is eradicated?\nNo, it becomes more international enforcement now when the power and the developed countries' voices are in demand. <\/p>
\nThe struck point is that there are additional costs of this new climate environment.\n\nDeveloped Countries will bear most of the burden because high-income countries have the resources to cope with it without too much sacrifice. <\/p>
In tropical nations the tropical disease will spread to new regions, water will become more scarce, and crop yields will take a major hit.<\/p>
\n\n\nRich nations can act faster and do more right now.\n\nNations that have more stand to lose more from climate change.\n\nNo one wants to be the country responsible for screwing things up for everybody.\n\nFixing climate change would be a far more satisfying legacy.\n\nAnd that's something that every nation on earth rich or poor should be able to agree\nOn.\n<\/p>"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356872","data":"
It's high time to respond and take steps in solving the climate crisis.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593547356873","data":"5efba0dcc35b8"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356874","data":"
We can't always except Government and organizations should take steps. Greta Thunberg sets an example that one voice is needs for a bigger movement. she herself at a very young age started the moment by holding the poster and sat on the corner edge of the streets of Sweden. Now 11 million people are in the movement with her. <\/p>
Small acts when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world.<\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593547356875","data":"5efba17b28266"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593547356876","data":"
The only way to limit this rapid climate change is to decrease our collective emissions quickly. <\/p>
<\/p>
\n\nYou're in Exasperation...!! - Shiri <\/p>"}]
\u201cBranding\u201d is one among those buzzwords that are used so often, its meaning has become diluted. People like to mention branding because it\u2019s a moving target and incredibly hard to try to well. Great branding reflects the company\u2019s values, product or service, vibe, and attitude. Landing thereon perfect projection of your business is difficult to realize. <\/p>
If companies were superheroes, branding would be their names and iconic logos. Each symbolizes its hero and tells a story even before you learn the whole origin tale. A hero's name -- Batman, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, Captain America -- is the first thing you learn. These call signs epitomize heroic identities, clueing you in on what the crusaders do and how they do it. Each symbol is immediately recognizable. Paired with the superhero's name, it conveys much about the character\u2019s tone, background, and style.<\/p>
I am using superhero spiderman for an advertising bike. <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593624764268","data":"5efcc7c262a04"},{"type":"txt","id":"rich_1593624764269","data":"
Spiderman has a bike race and thinking about what to buy meanwhile on the road he observes a person going fast. Using his powers he stops the person and sees the bike and goes for a test drive. Spiderman feels this is the best bike and buys the same bike and win the bike race. After taking the cup he tells the reason I won the race is this bike and the bike is BMW HP4. Spiderman uses this advertisement to sell bikes. <\/p>"}]
We all have heard about climate change, global warming, save the earth etc since we started going to school. But despite learning from textbooks and scoring marks, have we ever tried to know the importance of climate change? <\/p>
\n\nSo, what is climate crisis?<\/b> <\/p>
Climate crisis, in simple words means, the climate change that occurs due to global warming. <\/p>
Many scientists and climatologist have made assumptions of how drastic the climate changes would be due to human exploitation of nature.\t<\/p>
\nWe must understand that an environmental balance which when once exploited, would lead to drastic changes in the climate, leading to climate crisis. <\/p>
We might shake our head in negligence of the fact that, climate will never be affected by the exploitation of the environment resources like cutting down forests, building large industries, or mining.<\/p>
\nBut the truth is, it does affect!<\/p>
\n\n\nImpact of climate change due to variations in temperature<\/b> <\/p>
The rise of temperature has a huge impact on the climate and some of the challenges we face are: <\/p>
\n1) Harmful gases <\/b><\/p>
One of the main reasons which affects the climate is due to smoke, and emissions coming from automobiles, factories, industries etc. These high amount of gases and emissions are of carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide which makes the air impure and difficult to breathe. <\/p>
The most recent case was the smog in Delhi. Considering overpopulation and lack of political priority, the reasons for this to happen was, dust from construction sites, burning garbage, industrial activities etc. People were finding very difficult to breathe for many days. <\/p>
Can we ever live in a world without oxygen? <\/p>
No, definitely not. <\/p>
It is shocking on how much forests we have destroyed. Trees and plants are one of the sources of clean air and reasons for keeping earth cool Destroying them, not only ruins the habitat, but also causes a temperature rise. <\/p>
2)Droughts<\/b> <\/p>
Droughts are one of the severe climate changes we experience due to excessive shortage of water. The reason for this phenomena to occur is due to the rise of temperature. High temperatures lead to more precipitations which lead to even faster evaporation, hence causing drought.<\/p>
\nOver the years, droughts are experienced all over the world more and more frequently. <\/p>
3)Wild fires occurring constantly<\/b> <\/p>
Temperature, again plays a very important role in wild fires which are constantly occurring nowadays. <\/p>
The recent wild forest fires of Siberia in July 2019 is one of the examples of the drastic changes in the climate. This month was marked as the hottest spring ever recorded. Scientists claim the reasons for this, is the rise in temperature. On may 2020, Siberia experienced forest fires greater than that of the previous year which prolonged for 5 weeks and their occurrences are becoming more frequent. <\/p>
Scientists have stated that this was the first time, the temperature of this country has rose from 31 to 38 degree Celsius, which has never been experienced before. <\/p>
4)Shifting rainfall patterns<\/b><\/p>
Over many years there has been a vast change in the pattern of rainfall all over the world. On average, some parts of the world is already getting more precipitation now than it did 100 years ago whereas some countries, the amount of rainfall has become very less. <\/p>
Recently, Karnataka has been experiencing severe droughts due to abundance of rainfall. Karnataka, the southern part of India, one of the most fertile lands is suffering from this crisis. This definitely marks a change in the climate pattern. <\/p>
5)Glacier and snow melting<\/b> <\/p>
We know that the rise in temperatures, causes the glaciers to melt. This leads to an increase in sea level. <\/p>
Recent reports state that, by 2050, the sea levels will rise 30 cms and 69 cms by 2100. <\/p>
6)Global warming<\/b> <\/p>
We know that global warming is caused due to the effect of green house gases. Greenhouse gases are gases which redirect the absorbed gases to the earth's surface. <\/p>
Well, the rise in temperature is the main reason for this occurrence. The above mentioned factors are some o the changes taking place. We humans, also play a large part in this process due to the extensive exploitation of natures resources.<\/p>
\nSo folks, how are we facing these problems today? <\/p>
Has any of the patterns changed? <\/p>
The present situation\u2026.. <\/b><\/p>
Climate and the pandemic<\/b> <\/p>
We are in the midst of the deadly COVID-19 pandemic that has conquered all over the world. As this deadly virus has been spreading through contact, many of the countries had to initiate complete lock down in order to avoid the community spread. <\/p>
It has been evident to say that, due to the lock down, the roads are literally empty, there are no working factories or any kind of exploitation of resources. Since the pollutions have reduced over the past few months, the air in cities has become cleaner than ever. <\/p>
Recently, a large flock of flamingos visited in the lakes of Mumbai. This has not only happened in India but all over the world. Animals of all kind are seen roaming around due to the absence of human activities and exploitation.<\/p>
\nFrom this we can say that, we all are the reason for these changes and looking over the past few months, the amount of pollution has reduced intensely. <\/p>
How are these changes affecting us?<\/b> <\/p>
Climate changes affects everything. It affects our health, our environment, food etc.<\/p>
\nFor example, recent reports states that, there is a huge declining of rice in India due to the extreme climate changes. Especially, since the rainfall patterns have changed widely. <\/p>
Concerning about our health, the pollution from automobiles and factories has caused many lung problems like bronchitis, asthma etc also these defects are further carried on to the next generation. <\/p>
How can we bring a change in the climate?<\/b> <\/p>
Since we are one of the contributors of the climate change, we definitely can make it a better one too. <\/p>
Every decision doesn't always have to be started by the government. A small change in the world can be made by each individual. Some of the measures can be done from hoe itself like:<\/p>
\u2022\tSetting up a small garden in your own balcony, backyard or terrace. Your essential vegetables can be grown from your home itself. <\/p>
\u2022\tStoring rainwater for household purposes <\/p>
\u2022\tUsing solar energy to power up our households <\/p>
\u2022\tUsing bicycles instead of any automobiles. <\/p>
\u2022\tUsing CFL than CFC bulbs. <\/p>
These are just some of the examples of what we can do at home.\nIn fact since technology has evolving, we have found so many efficient ways that reduce pollution. Like the car which only runs on water was invented by Japanese technology. Although it has some effects which cannot be used in the long run. <\/p>
I am confident that, by technology, we will definitely find an efficient solution for the changes happening around. <\/p>
So readers, One day, technology might be able to handle the problems. But it is also our responsibility to take care of our planet or else we will repent by the forces of nature.<\/p>
Peace.\u270c\u270c<\/p>
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This course provides participants with an insight into the processes involved in conceptualizing, implementing and testing electronic systems using Arduino. The instructor-led program has a blend of lectures, demonstrations and a compulsory course project presentation to enhance learning of Arduino Programming. The course also gives a brief introduction about Embedded System development as an addendum to Arduino. If you are someone who is interested in brushing up your skills in Arduino or you want to upskill yourself, then this is the workshop you need to attend!<\/p>
What you will get in this workshop:<\/b><\/p>
1. Get an understanding of Arduino Uno R3 architecture.<\/p>
2. Get an insight on Microcontrollers and Microprocessors.<\/p>
3. Read board schematics and understand the process of designing development board.<\/p>
4. Create and debug Arduino sketches.<\/p>
5. Learn the syntax used in Arduino Programming.<\/p>
6. Explain the structure of an Arduino sketch.<\/p>
7. Choose and utilize relevant libraries in developing Arduino-based projects.<\/p>
8. Describe what \"shields\" are and how they are used.<\/p>
9. Explain how communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART) work.<\/p>
10. Use Autodesk TinkerCAD to design and simulate Arduino-based projects. <\/b><\/p>
Eligibility criteria: <\/b><\/p>
Basics of C Programming (Data types, Loops, Functions)<\/p>
Basic knowledge in Circuits and Circuital Elements (resistors, capacitor, transistor, etc.) is recommended.<\/p>
Material used during the course, such as, PPTs, Arduino Codes, Links for Reference Study will be shared alongside a specially designed e-book to help students follow through the course. <\/p>
Certification will be issued after the completion of the course, after the candidates fulfill all the course requirements.<\/p>
About the organiser:<\/b><\/p>
iQube Systems is very rapidly growing company in IT services for Application Development, Web Development Technologies. They offer solutions and services to the clients to meet their corporate goals with formula of providing the Reliable, High Quality, Good Performance.<\/p>
For more info, you can contact: tejas@iqubesystems.com<\/p>"}]
Recently the Movement for Black lives was very trending and we all have seen people posting about it on various social media platforms, raising their voice in support of them. Well, it has been a nice act to support and take stand for black community people but why do restrict our voices just for them or Do only black lives Matter? instead, I would say ALL LIVES MATTER \u2013 not only yours or mine but of everyone present out there. it\u2019s really important to understand by each of us that this life is a gift to all of us and we must ensure that we live every bit of it completely. When I talk about that every life matters, I count on every one of us on this planet irrespective of our caste, color, religion, sex, and age. We all have heard and have an idea about racism. It\u2019s that ideal situation where discrimination takes place based on certain factors like caste, especially the color of an individual, their religion, or from the community group they belong to. We have also seen sexual discrimination and many of us are been victimized being a woman at workplaces and offices by sexual discrimination, where we have been made felt that we are less capable and don\u2019t deserve to look for growth opportunities in the carrier we pursue.We also know that how society behaves with transgender, many of us not also make an effort to think about the pain those people go through by our severe discrimination, Stigma, and Systematic Inequality. The LGBTQ community still faces considerable stigma based on over a century of being characterized as mentally ill, socially deviant, and sexually predatory. Well, these are the major issues of discrimination we have talked about but what about the discrimination we face in our daily lives at school, colleges, and even in the family. We all have somewhere seen and maybe felt that how people take birth of a boy differently from a birth of a girl, we have also seen if not \u201cin reality \u201cbut in tv shows that how a boy is treated differently and nicely than a girl at home. So why there are so much difference and discrimination is present?I think it\u2019s all because it\u2019s been a trend to discriminate for ages, and that\u2019s why I guess Dr. B.R. Ambedkar inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement and campaigned against social discrimination towards the untouchables, to bring unity and equality among people in the country. He was successful in getting right for untouchable but yet fails to eradicate this system of racism from its roots. Therefore, if we all understand that ALL LIVES MATTER, there would be no need for a movement or any action to be taken against this whereas only understanding the fact and letting others live their life freely would serve the purpose and then one day there would be no place for racism and inequality in the world and we would see all lives living happily and freely. <\/p>"}]
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises sector has emerged as a highly \r\nvibrant and dynamic sector of the Indian economy over the last five decades. \r\nMsme not only play crucial role in providing large employment Opportunities at \r\ncomparatively lower capital cost than large industries but also help in \r\nindustrialization of rural and Backward areas, thereby, reducing regional imbalances, \r\nassuring more equitable distribution of national income and Wealth. Msme are \r\ncomplementary to large industries as ancillary units and this sector contributes \r\nenormously to the Socio economic development of the country. In India, the \r\nenterprises have been classified broadly into two categories, firstly Manufacturing and secondly Those engaged in providing or rendering of services. \r\nBoth categories of enterprises have been further classified into micro, small and \r\nmedium enterprises based on their Investment in plant and machinery for \r\nmanufacturing enterprises or on equipments in case of enterprises providing or \r\nRendering services. Earlier, the Msme were defined on the basis of investments put in, now the \r\nrevised definitions will also include turnover of the company. Finance minster \r\nnirmala Sitharaman also declared that there will be no more distinction between \r\nManufacturing and Service Msme. Earlier, the criteria for manufacturing units \r\nand service units were different. Now those distinctions between Manufacturing and \r\nService Msme are being removed. They will all be defined similarly. The definition being changed is \r\ndone in the favour of Msme. There has always been this fear, among successful \r\nMsme also, that if they outgrow the size of what has been defined as an Msme, \r\nthey will lose their entitled benefits. This is why Msme like to remain within the \r\ndefinition rather than grow. With the revised definitions of Msme, they will not \r\nhave to worry about growing their size and can still avail benefits. Three key parameters that are vital for the success of Msme include financial \r\nstability, availability of skilled labour in Msme clusters, and market \r\ncompetitiveness of their products to achieve import substitution as well as exports.While government measures such as collateral free loans have paved a path for \r\nensuring the financial stability of Msme, immediate relief either from the public \r\nsector or the private sector will also be needed to ensure the survival of such \r\nenterprises. This is a big challenge in terms of availability of skilled labour to the \r\nMsme in and around these urban centres. Ensuring the availability of skilled \r\nlabour by either skilling local workforce or making the conditions lucrative for the \r\nmigrant labour to come back is essential for the growth of Msme. \r\nCarefully planned interventions with a robust implementation plan can ensure the \r\nrevival and strengthening of the sector, and will also in the process restart the \r\neconomic engine in a big way,With a self reliant India vision, it is highly important to improve the \r\ncompetitiveness of Msme through an inclusive market oriented strategy. There \r\nare five key areas that need stronger focus. There is a need to improve the capability \r\nof Indian Msme to supply quality products, especially with new norms of \r\noperations being introduced due to Covid. Maintaining social distancing, running \r\non reduced capacity, would further aggravate the situation for the cash starved \r\nMsme. To remain relevant in the market, Msme need to be adaptable with \r\nchanging market and variable demand scenario. Ensuring the capacity and \r\navailability of raw materials to Msme is also crucial. The disruption in global \r\nlogistics has broken the chain for some key raw materials. Low working capital \r\navailability also makes it difficult for Msme to restore raw material supply. The \nimpact of Covid on business operations will require innovative methods to reduce \r\ncost. Automation is essential in some areas for implementing distancing and also for \r\nquality control. Msme could be introduced to low cost automation techniques, \r\nwhich work in tandem with the human workforce. Finally, branding and advocacy \r\nwill also be needed to leverage the positive connotations associated with certain \r\nIndian products and assess negative connotations that can be removed. This crisis is \r\na turning point for the Msme and they will either flourish or perish based on the \r\nsupport provided and the actions taken by the companies themselves.<\/p>","type":"txt","id":1593243849263}]
Climate change is real and the evidence is all around us. While the changes to the earth\u2019s climate are nothing new, it is apparent recent effects are having a devastating impact on countless people, places, and wildlife. If you want to know what climate change really is and why it matters, then keep reading to learn more about its causes, effects, and solutions to stop it.<\/p>
Starting from what is Climate change?<\/p>
Climate change happens when the earth\u2019s climate system adjusts and displays new weather patterns that can last for as little as a few decades or up to millions of years. The climate is constantly changing, and unfortunately, this is a common argument made by people who don\u2019t believe that climate change is something to worry about.<\/p>
Climate change has occurred for as long as the earth has existed. It happens anytime earth\u2019s climate patterns change and remain in place for a measurable amount of time. This has notably manifested itself in natural cycles of cooling and warming. Before human causes started to shift the global climate, five main factors interacted with one another as climate changes occurred.<\/p>
Now that boils down to the CAUSES:<\/p>
Certain gases in the atmosphere block heat from escaping. Long-lived gases that remain semi-permanently in the atmosphere and do not respond physically or chemically to changes in temperature are described as \"forcing\" climate change. Gases, such as water vapor, which respond physically or chemically to changes in temperature, are seen as \"feedbacks.\"<\/p>
\u2022 Water vapor. The most abundant greenhouse gas, but importantly, it acts as a feedback to the climate. Water vapor increases as the Earth's atmosphere warms, but so does the possibility of clouds and precipitation, making these some of the most important feedback mechanisms to the greenhouse effect.<\/p>
\u2022 Methane. A hydrocarbon gas produced both through natural sources and human activities, including the decomposition of wastes in landfills, agriculture, and especially rice cultivation, as well as ruminant digestion and manure management associated with domestic livestock. On a molecule-for-molecule basis, methane is a far more active greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide, but also one which is much less abundant in the atmosphere.<\/p>
\u2022 Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). Synthetic compounds entirely of industrial origin used in a number of applications, but now largely regulated in production and release to the atmosphere by international agreement for their ability to contribute to the destruction of the ozone layer. They are also greenhouse gases.<\/p>
\u2022 Nitrous oxide. A powerful greenhouse gas produced by soil cultivation practices, especially the use of commercial and organic fertilizers, fossil fuel combustion, nitric acid production, and biomass burning<\/p>
\u2022 Carbon dioxide (CO2). A minor but very important component of the atmosphere, carbon dioxide is released through natural processes such as respiration and volcano eruptions and through human activities such as deforestation, land-use changes, and burning fossil fuels. Humans have increased atmospheric CO2 concentration by more than a third since the Industrial Revolution began. This is the most important long-lived \"forcing\" of climate change.\n \n<\/p>
Now lets the harsh CONSEQUENCES: <\/p>
\u2022 On average, Earth will become warmer. Some regions may welcome warmer temperatures, but others may not.<\/p>
\u2022 Warmer conditions will probably lead to more evaporation and precipitation overall, but individual regions will vary, some becoming wetter and other dryers. <\/p>
\u2022 A stronger greenhouse effect will warm the oceans and partially melt glaciers and other ice, increasing sea level. Ocean water also will expand if it warms, contributing further to sea-level rise. <\/p>
\u2022 Meanwhile, some crops and other plants may respond favorably to increased atmospheric CO2, growing more vigorously and using water more efficiently. At the same time, higher temperatures and shifting climate patterns may change the areas where crops grow best and affect the makeup of the natural plant communities.\n<\/p>
These were quite harsh so let\u2019s have look at the SOLUTIONS:\nWhile the effects of climate change can seem bleak, there is still hope. By taking immediate action to curb climate change, we may never see the worst consequences. Likewise, as the world adopts cleaner, more sustainable energy solutions, there may be millions of new jobs created and billions of dollars of economic benefits. Below are some practical ways you can battle climate change, including: <\/p>
\u2022\tPurchase Renewable Energy Certificate for your home power needs <\/p>
\u2022\tMake your home energy efficient <\/p>
\u2022\tBuy carbon offsets <\/p>
\u2022\tAdopt a plant-based diet <\/p>
\u2022\tReduce food waste <\/p>
\u2022\tRecycle <\/p>
\u2022\tStop using fossil fuels <\/p>
\u2022\tStop deforestation\n<\/p>
The Role of Human Activity<\/p>
In its Fifth Assessment Report, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, a group of 1,300 independent scientific experts from countries all over the world under the auspices of the United Nations, concluded there's a more than 95 percent probability that human activities over the past 50 years have warmed our planet.\nThe industrial activities that our modern civilization depends upon have raised atmospheric carbon dioxide levels from 280 parts per million to 412 parts per million in the last 150 years. The panel also concluded there's a better than 95 percent probability that human-produced greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide have caused much of the observed increase in Earth's temperatures over the past 50 years.\n<\/p>
The industrial activities that our modern civilization depends upon have raised atmospheric carbon dioxide levels from 280 parts per million to 412 parts per million in the last 150 years. The panel also concluded there's a better than 95 percent probability that human-produced greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide have caused much of the observed increase in Earth's temperatures over the past 50 years.<\/p>
This is our Mother Earth we got to save it, we have been destroyed it enough, let us save for our future generation, Do this for wildlife. Let\u2019s not make the Earth is the history but reality. Let us join hands together and save it little every day. Baby steps like use cloth bags instead of plastic. Let\u2019s turn off the water while shaving\/brushing. Replacing the incandescent light bulbs in your home with energy-efficient LED bulbs and also, by turning off lights and small appliances when you're not using them. Before we throw away excess food, look into food banks and charities where we can bring items we know we are not going to consume before they go bad, and give them to people in need. Most importantly Buy recycled products and then recycle them again.<\/p>
The role social media plays in mental health: \nHuman beings are social creatures. We need the com\u2010 companionship of others to thrive in life, and the strength of our connections has a huge impact on our mental health and happiness. Being socially connected to others can ease stress, anxiety, and depression, boost self-worth, provide comfort and joy, prevent loneliness, and even add years to your life. On the flip side, lacking strong social connections can pose a serious risk to your mental and emotional health. \nIn today\u2019s world, many of us rely on social media plat\u2010 forms such as Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, YouTube, and Instagram to find and connect with each other. While each has its benefits, it\u2019s important to remember that social media can never be a replacement for real-world human connection. It requires in-person contact with others to trigger the hormones that alleviate stress and make you feel happier, healthier, and more positive. Ironically for a technology that\u2019s designed to bring people closer together, spending too much time engaging with social media can actually make you feel more lonely and isolated\u2014and exacerbate mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. \nIf you\u2019re spending an excessive amount of time on social media and feelings of sadness, dissatisfaction, \nfrustration or loneliness are impacting your life, it may be time to re-examine your online habits and find a healthier balance. \nThe positive aspects of social media \nWhile virtual interaction on social media doesn\u2019t have the same psychological benefits as face-to-face contact, there are still many positive ways in which it can help you stay connected and support your wellbeing. \nSocial media enables you to: \nCommunicate and stay up to date with family and friends around the world. \nFind new friends and communities; network with other people who share similar interests or ambitions. \nJoin or promote worthwhile causes; raise awareness on important issues. \nSeek or offer emotional support during tough times. \nFind a vital social connection if you live in a remote area, for example, or have limited independence, social anxiety, or are part of a marginalized group. \nFind an outlet for your creativity and self-expression. \nDiscover (with care) sources of valuable information and learning. \nThe negative aspects of social media \nSince it\u2019s a relatively new technology, there\u2019s little research to establish the long-term consequences, good or bad, of social media use. However, multiple studies have found a strong link between heavy social media and an increased risk for depression, anxiety, loneliness, self-harm, and even suicidal thoughts. \nSocial media may promote negative experiences such as: \nInadequacy about your life or appearance. Even if you know that images you\u2019re viewing on social media are manipulated, they can still make you feel insecure about how you look or what\u2019s going on in your own life. Similarly, we\u2019re all aware that other people tend to share just the highlights of their lives, rarely the low points that everyone experiences. But that doesn\u2019t lessen those feelings of envy and dissatisfaction when you\u2019re scrolling through a friend\u2019s airbrushed photos of their tropical beach holiday or reading about their exciting new promotion at work. \nFear of missing out (FOMO). While FOMO has been around far longer than social media, sites such as Facebook and Instagram seem to exacerbate feelings that others are having more fun or living better lives than you are. The idea that you\u2019re missing out on certain things can impact your self-esteem, trigger anxiety, and fuel even greater social media use. FOMO can compel you to pick up your phone every few minutes to check for updates, or compulsively respond to each and every alert\u2014even if that means taking risks while you\u2019re driving, missing out on sleep at night, or prioritizing social media interaction over real-world relationships. \nIsolation. A study at the University of Pennsylvania found that high usage of Facebook, Snapchat, and Instagram increases rather decreases feelings of loneliness. Conversely, the study found that reducing social media usage can actually make you feel less lonely and isolated and improve your overall wellbeing. \nDepression and anxiety. Human beings need face-to-face contact to be mentally healthy. Nothing reduces stress and boosts your mood faster or more effectively than eye-to-eye contact with someone who cares about you. The more you prioritize social media interaction over in-person relationships, the more you\u2019re at risk for developing or exacerbating mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. \nSigns that social media is impacting your mental health \nEveryone is different and there is no specific amount of time spent on social media, or the frequency you check for updates or the number of posts you make that indicates your use is becoming unhealthy. Rather, it has to do with the impact time spent on social media has on your mood and other aspects of your life, along with your motivations for using it. \nFor example, your social media use may be problematic if it causes you to neglect face-to-face relationships, distracts you from work or school, or leaves you feeling envious, angry, or depressed. Similarly, if you\u2019re motivated to use social media just because you\u2019re bored or lonely, or want to post something to make others jealous or upset, it may be time to reassess your social media habits. \nIndicators that social media may be adversely affecting your mental health include: \nSpending more time on social media than with real-world friends. Using social media has become a substitute for a lot of your offline social interaction. Even if you\u2019re out with friends, you still feel the need to constantly check social media, often driven by feelings that others may be having more fun than you. \nComparing yourself unfavorably with others on social media. You have low self-esteem or negative body image. You may even have patterns of disordered eating. \nExperiencing cyberbullying. Or you worry that you have no control over the things people post about you. \nBeing distracted at school or work. You feel pressure to post regular content about yourself, get comments or likes on your posts, or respond quickly and enthusiastically to friends\u2019 posts. \nHaving no time for self-reflection. Every spare moment is filled by engaging with social media, leaving you little or no time for reflecting on who you are, what you think, or why you act the way that you do\u2014the things that allow you to grow as a person. \nEngaging in risky behavior in order to gain likes, shares, or positive reactions on social media. You play dangerous pranks, post embarrassing material, cyberbully others, or access your phone while driving or in other unsafe situations. \nSuffering from sleep problems. Do you check social media last thing at night, first thing in the morning, or even when you wake up in the night? The light from phones and other devices can disrupt your sleep, which in turn can have a serious impact on your mental health. \nWorsening symptoms of anxiety or depression. Rather than helping to alleviate negative feelings and boost your mood, you feel more anxious, depressed, or lonely after using social media. \n <\/p>"},{"type":"img","id":"img-uid-1593274029151","data":"5ef76f203466d"}]
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