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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I recently came across this statement in a movie and I think it perfectly summarises what you just said :

‘There's always gonna be people that project some kind of dynamic onto us that serves them.

It's up to us if we wanna play ball or not.’

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in. "

I am glad im not the only one who gets annoyed by these kind of people.

a lot of vegans ( NOT ALL) are like this

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By *armandwet50Couple
over a year ago

Far far away


"People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in. "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I think it's always been like that. It just shoes more since the rise of social media

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By *ack688Man
over a year ago

abruzzo Italy (and UK)


"I think it's always been like that. It just shoes more since the rise of social media "

Yes, I think social media is responsible for a lot of this, a combination of having an outlet for their opinions, with echo chambers of people thinking the same gives them a feeling of not only are they right, but also their opinion is important and that somehow no one should ever disagree with them!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in. "

Pretty much . It does seem people are more selfish & screwed up , I blame it mostly on social media & not being able to have a handle on their own life ( just my opinion)

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By *nightsoftheCoffeeTableCouple
over a year ago

Leeds

Well of course, we now live in a “ everybody look at me” Society. Where everyone would rather a thousand likes on a picture than actual be a decent human.

The mr

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

People can only force their views onto the weak and lazy and they are only entitled to what you allow them to take.

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By *im75Her77Couple
over a year ago

937 S.W.

I agree with the social media sentiment.

Remember when the internet was promising and was marching towards being a digital Library of Alexandria?

Not that it isn't still but,.....social media IS the turd in the only bucket of fresh water in a desert.

-M

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By *instonandLadyAstorCouple
over a year ago

Not where we seem to be...


"

I agree with the social media sentiment.

Remember when the internet was promising and was marching towards being a digital Library of Alexandria?

Not that it isn't still but,.....social media IS the turd in the only bucket of fresh water in a desert.

-M"

Don't think I've ever heard social media described so accurately.

I'm stealing that if you don't mind.

Winston

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By *ealitybitesMan
over a year ago

Belfast

Some people are born with a sense of entitlement and have no respect for any opinion that doesn't fit their own narrative.

Some are permanently offended and if they can't find something they believe is aimed directly at them they will be offended on behalf of others even when no offence exists.

Social media is full of professional victims and those who believe normal societal rules don't apply to them.

Those who flaunted travel rules during lockdown to climb mountains for their next IG pose were a prime example.

Mountain rescue teams were required for those getting lost in the dark wearing bikinis.

There's just no excuse for idiots and their enablers.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Well of course, we now live in a “ everybody look at me” Society. Where everyone would rather a thousand likes on a picture than actual be a decent human.

The mr "

Not "everyone" I don't do social media...

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By *ellinever70Woman
over a year ago

Ayrshire


"Well of course, we now live in a “ everybody look at me” Society. Where everyone would rather a thousand likes on a picture than actual be a decent human.

The mr

Not "everyone" I don't do social media..."

You've posted here though

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Everyone is entitled ..hate that word tbh but what can l do atm...to their own opinion BUT you do not have to listen to it and can tell them straight away you're not a bit interested,you know them straight away ,as the ol' saying goes you have to listen to Thunder but you don't have to stand out in the rain , if people want to harp on ..let them ..but not to you .

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I think it's always been like that. It just shoes more since the rise of social media

Yes, I think social media is responsible for a lot of this, a combination of having an outlet for their opinions, with echo chambers of people thinking the same gives them a feeling of not only are they right, but also their opinion is important and that somehow no one should ever disagree with them!"

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I recently came across this statement in a movie and I think it perfectly summarises what you just said :

‘There's always gonna be people that project some kind of dynamic onto us that serves them.

It's up to us if we wanna play ball or not.’"

Brilliant

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By *arkandlovelyWoman
over a year ago

South Derbyshire

I know plenty of people who are nothing like that. Perhaps you should reassess your social circle.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in.

I am glad im not the only one who gets annoyed by these kind of people.

a lot of vegans ( NOT ALL) are like this "

Materialist +competitive.. Mate are you sure? a) they account for a teeny slice of the population and b) they are usually actively engaged in their community from my experience

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By *andyfloss2000Woman
over a year ago

ashford

Think it has allways been this way! Humans are selfish generally! X

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We will be the first species that will bring around our own demise....so much for being evolved

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By *arkandlovelyWoman
over a year ago

South Derbyshire


"We will be the first species that will bring around our own demise....so much for being evolved"

We're far too dumb to be this smart.

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By *herryblossom_BJWoman
over a year ago

Oxfordshire/Hampshire


"I think it's always been like that. It just shoes more since the rise of social media "

Agree

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By *andyfloss2000Woman
over a year ago

ashford


"We will be the first species that will bring around our own demise....so much for being evolved"

Agreed and sadly for the planet sooner the better x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

There are also plenty of people not like that, usually they don't have an obsession with social media.

You might find them at a book club, or hiking group.

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod
over a year ago

East Sussex


"There are also plenty of people not like that, usually they don't have an obsession with social media.

You might find them at a book club, or hiking group."

Agreed.

I think your view of society very much depends on who you surround yourself with.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

I disagree. It's a overview of society, and it's becoming more apparent these days probably due to social media .

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By *enrietteandSamCouple
over a year ago

Staffordshire


"I know plenty of people who are nothing like that. Perhaps you should reassess your social circle."

Us too.

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By *ealitybitesMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"There are also plenty of people not like that, usually they don't have an obsession with social media.

You might find them at a book club, or hiking group.

Agreed.

I think your view of society very much depends on who you surround yourself with.

"

I agree up to a point. As a long time member of a hiking group though it is frustrating to come across large groups of people who are clogging up country lanes by abandoning their cars for hours on end and preventing farmers and emergency services from getting through.

I have SAR experience and the number of people putting themselves and others at risk for their latest waterfall or cliff edge insta post defies belief.

"All the gear and no idea" is nothing new but the big issue now is "no gear and no idea" and weekly posts on social media from people putting up pics and asking where they are because they are lost and have no clue.

Personal responsibility isn't something that sits well with those who always know better.

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By *ealitybitesMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"There are also plenty of people not like that, usually they don't have an obsession with social media.

You might find them at a book club, or hiking group.

Agreed.

I think your view of society very much depends on who you surround yourself with.

I agree up to a point. As a long time member of a hiking group though it is frustrating to come across large groups of people who are clogging up country lanes by abandoning their cars for hours on end and preventing farmers and emergency services from getting through.

I have SAR experience and the number of people putting themselves and others at risk for their latest waterfall or cliff edge insta post defies belief.

"All the gear and no idea" is nothing new but the big issue now is "no gear and no idea" and weekly posts on social media from people putting up pics and asking where they are because they are lost and have no clue.

Personal responsibility isn't something that sits well with those who always know better. "

Including those who ignore the signs and continue to allow their dogs to roam freely off lead despite warnings from rangers, police and farmers.

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By *ris GrayMan
over a year ago

Dorchester


"People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in. "
I hate that word 'entitled' with a passion it's a commonly used word here in forums but people have a view of life of swinging some peoples view is very positive and others very negative, I think a lot of it is down to not being accountable for your words in life these people are probably a lot more docile, just be you and ignore the negativity you might come across from time to time.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"There are also plenty of people not like that, usually they don't have an obsession with social media.

You might find them at a book club, or hiking group.

Agreed.

I think your view of society very much depends on who you surround yourself with.

I agree up to a point. As a long time member of a hiking group though it is frustrating to come across large groups of people who are clogging up country lanes by abandoning their cars for hours on end and preventing farmers and emergency services from getting through.

I have SAR experience and the number of people putting themselves and others at risk for their latest waterfall or cliff edge insta post defies belief.

"All the gear and no idea" is nothing new but the big issue now is "no gear and no idea" and weekly posts on social media from people putting up pics and asking where they are because they are lost and have no clue.

Personal responsibility isn't something that sits well with those who always know better.

Including those who ignore the signs and continue to allow their dogs to roam freely off lead despite warnings from rangers, police and farmers. "

This really boils my piss.. And idiots having disposable BBQs in the middle of tinder dry woods

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By *rispyDuckMan
over a year ago

Chinese Takeaway near you

Thread title reminded me of the song:

Why do birds suddenly appear

Every time you are near?

Just like me, they long to be

Close to you

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I like to think I'm a very 50/50 person, I have my views sure but I'm always open to listening to other people's and sometimes my views change on things (usually because I've not fully understood something).

People that are "my way or the highway" aren't really for me.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"There are also plenty of people not like that, usually they don't have an obsession with social media.

You might find them at a book club, or hiking group.

Agreed.

I think your view of society very much depends on who you surround yourself with.

I agree up to a point. As a long time member of a hiking group though it is frustrating to come across large groups of people who are clogging up country lanes by abandoning their cars for hours on end and preventing farmers and emergency services from getting through.

I have SAR experience and the number of people putting themselves and others at risk for their latest waterfall or cliff edge insta post defies belief.

"All the gear and no idea" is nothing new but the big issue now is "no gear and no idea" and weekly posts on social media from people putting up pics and asking where they are because they are lost and have no clue.

Personal responsibility isn't something that sits well with those who always know better. "

Like with all things, there are some who are considerate of others and there are some who aren't.

Those bloody bookclub people though, nightmare!

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By *ohn KanakaMan
over a year ago

Not all that North of North London


"People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in. "

I feel a sense of community with my friends and non of us are materialistic or crave popularity.

I think a lot of the original post is lazy clichés rather than an accurate reflection of society and community

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in.

I am glad im not the only one who gets annoyed by these kind of people.

a lot of vegans ( NOT ALL) are like this

Materialist +competitive.. Mate are you sure? a) they account for a teeny slice of the population and b) they are usually actively engaged in their community from my experience "

im slightly confused, are you directing your comment at both of us ? or just OP ? I am only confused as its been quoted on my comment

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Thread title reminded me of the song:

Why do birds suddenly appear

Every time you are near?

Just like me, they long to be

Close to you "

Like a bit of Carpenters

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross


"I recently came across this statement in a movie and I think it perfectly summarises what you just said :

‘There's always gonna be people that project some kind of dynamic onto us that serves them.

It's up to us if we wanna play ball or not.’"

I like that EffingBee... x What film was it please ? ( and don't say movie thank you )

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross


"I recently came across this statement in a movie and I think it perfectly summarises what you just said :

‘There's always gonna be people that project some kind of dynamic onto us that serves them.

It's up to us if we wanna play ball or not.’

I like that EffingBee... x What film was it please ? ( and don't say movie thank you ) "

No worries. I asked Professor Google.... so I now know.

Very blokey.

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross


"People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in.

I am glad im not the only one who gets annoyed by these kind of people.

a lot of vegans ( NOT ALL) are like this "

No they are not.

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By *ansexualPandaMan
over a year ago

Near You


"People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in. "

I don't just think I'm entitled, I am entitled! Worship me like a god, mere mortals!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"There are also plenty of people not like that, usually they don't have an obsession with social media.

You might find them at a book club, or hiking group.

Agreed.

I think your view of society very much depends on who you surround yourself with.

"

My experience comes from over 40 years of working within our society, which is why I don’t surround myself with anyone. Well, that and the schizo psychotic tendencies…

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm sure it has something to do things like giving prizes out fir coming last etc and being brought up never being told 'no'.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Having worked all my life within Public facing jobs; yes people think they are entitled, competitive and materialistic. Needs the lastest this or that.

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By *host63Man
over a year ago

Bedfont Feltham


"People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in.

I am glad im not the only one who gets annoyed by these kind of people.

a lot of vegans ( NOT ALL) are like this "

Have not met a vegan yer who isn't like this

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By *ansexualPandaMan
over a year ago

Near You


"People nowadays think they are so entitled. Lot think they are owed the earth, push their views onto others, and the sense of community and supporting each other has merely gone. It's all about competition, materialistic and popularity. Sad times we live in.

I am glad im not the only one who gets annoyed by these kind of people.

a lot of vegans ( NOT ALL) are like this

Have not met a vegan yer who isn't like this"

You probably have but not known that they're a vegan. Not all vegans make a song and dance about it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It’s wrong to single out niche groups, and I’m not even going to suggest any as special. Our whole culture now is about self image and you can be or have whatever you want. It’s not motivating, its raising unrealistic expectations that for the most part go unrealised and then just causes resentment about the World. By all means be encouraging, but temper it with if you want that you’re going to have to work for it. It won’t be given on a plate.

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