I’m probably going to lose some readers with this post, but I’m going to say it anyway … Some people are just stupid. Especially people on Facebook.
Okay, that may be a bit harsh. But I really am baffled by what some people post.
I use FB mostly to promote this blog. I typically scroll past 90% of what’s in my feed, but I do occasionally visit a few group pages.
For example, I use my town’s community page to find local service people. I follow my son’s college parents’ page to get campus news. And I sell or donate unneeded items on Marketplace and my town’s gifting page.
Nearly every time I’m on one of these group pages, I find myself asking: Why do people use Facebook instead of common sense—or for that matter, a trash can? Are people really this stupid?
Here are some real posts I’ve seen recently:
- Someone selling (yes, selling—not donating) cracked dishware, a punctured bicycle tire, and dirty, ripped Uggs
- Multiple moms arranging playdates for their college freshmen who “haven’t found their people yet” (and they’re using their children’s real names)
- Someone asking for “urgent advice” on how to help a friend who was experiencing a brain bleed at that very moment
Seriously, what is wrong with people? Doesn’t anyone have common sense?
Sure, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. But some things should just be thrown away—like worn-out Uggs. No one’s buying that crap.
And I get wanting to help your kids, especially when they’re struggling. But setting up playdates for 18-year-olds and divulging personal information (probably without their consent)? That’s a step too far, IMO. Plus, your kid is most likely mortified.
As for going online to a FB group to ask strangers what you should do in an emergency rather than calling 911 or driving to the nearest ER is just wild—and dangerous!
FB has a reputation for divisive politics, misinformation, and invasive ads. But no one is talking about the stupidity, and it’s mind-boggling to me.
Although … It is good blog fodder.
— LJDT
P.S. If you think I’m exaggerating when I say some people on FB are dumb, watch this video about a FB Marketplace exchange:
