It's clear to us that our true treasure is our children. We can talk about the dangers of today in a thoughtful, sincere way, without resorting to clichés or emotional paternalism that distorts the real intention of the consequences of exposing children to the toxicity of online media.
I view with concern many websites that promote emphasized masculinity, hostility toward women, and strong opposition to feminism. We wonder if, as a society, we can avoid a global regression. We, the parents, are responsible for the adults of tomorrow. This was the message I learned from the movie "Adolescence."
Although my children are past their teens, I'm no stranger to the many emotions that surfaced regarding my grandchildren and nephews. I felt tremendous anxiety. This is where the importance of monitoring social media activity lies. We must maintain an open dialogue and strive for an education based on respect and equality.
We must give them enough confidence so that, when they have a problem, they can tell their dad, mom, or someone close to them, who can listen to their fears or insecurities. We must strengthen and care for their mental health and self-esteem, so that they don't feel vulnerable and are able to face any criticism or harassment without fear. Let's look the monster in the face to discover not only what it's capable of, but where it comes from and how we can prevent it from growing further. Greetings.
