Dos and don'ts of social media.

Social media is bigger than ever and more accessible. My generation has had to learn the hard way about what to do and what not to so when it comes to putting things on the internet. To help the younger generation or anyone struggling with what to do and what not to do here are some tips.



Ten dos and don'ts of social media

1. Don't be a follower-if you see one of your friends post a risky picture do not do the same because she/he had however many likes or retweets. If someone does something and you think its cool but your parents may find out, don't do it. Don't lesser yourself.

2. Make sure you know them-if a person decides to follow you on Twitter or Instagram or be friends on Facebook, add them for the right reasons. Not because you think said person is cute or popular but because you actually know them. There are people out there that will deceive you. In this case, judge a book by it's cover.

3. Do not be too personal-you do not need to put your whole life story on a social media site. This could attract the wrong attention and could cause you harm. Never, ever, ever put where you live down to the number on your house. Some crazy person could find you and kill you, point blank.

4. Be alert-if something strikes you as iffy or there is a possibility of you being in any harm tell someone. Be cautious about meeting new people and don't be afraid to ask questions to make sure they are who they are. People's identities get stolen everyday. Do not do something that could possibly turn out bad, like posting an aggressive status.

5. If you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all. If your going to regret it, don't do it. Most kids use social media as a tool to lash out and be able to say whatever they want. Say you were complaining about your mom and she finds your Twitter and sees you ranting about her. Not only would you be grounded until the end of time, but think about how that would hurt your feelings. The world does not revolve around you but it is listening.

6. Don't be a hypocrite-no one appreciates you and your significant other except exactly that. How many times have you schooled down your timeline and thought "wow, omg, shut up, sooo annoying, wtf, please stop, no one cares". Please do not be that person who posts those things you can't stand.

7. Be yourself-no perks, no lieing about your lifestyle, do not be a jerk because all things come with consequences. Someone could catch you in a lie in no time flat and if said person doesn't like you, best believe they will put all of your business out there.

8. No drama

9. Everyone can see what you post, so be careful.

10. Colleges and work do have access to your social media sites, nothing you post is a secret.