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Old 07-30-2006, 07:00 AM   #1
Zdmlscid

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Quote[/b] ]I have to disagree with you Seeker, our society promotes sex in every single aspect. Sex sells, people see it everywhere and teenagers are influenced by this.
Blondie, I'm not sure how this is a disagreement na. Actually, I agree with the above; sex is promoted in every way and aspect. What I'm saying is that there are multiple segments of society, all offering different ways for leading one's life. Parents, teachers, certain organizations and communities promote a different way of life, and people of all ages have the freedom to choose that, or any other way besides the one promoted by the media.

Quote[/b] ]I agree with the fact it comes down to the way we want our lives to be, and the media is forcing a lifestyle upon people.
Yes, that's quite true, sadly. I can't help but feeling pity for the people who cannot think for themselves. They just take in whatever message the media conveys, without giving much of a thought to whether that's really what they want.

So whose fault is it then? Media reps could argue that they have the freedom to show whatever they want; it's up to the individuals themselves what to accept or reject. It's difficult to disagree with this, if we believe that human beings have free will and are more than mindless drones.

Quote[/b] ]As for you not being influenced, your not a teenager girl or boy who wants to be popular,
Lol, this is very cute na. Though I'm past my teenage years indeed, I was not born to be an adult. Neither am I from the generation that grew up on "Father knows best" and other similar programs.

I went through the same phases as everyone else nowadays. And sure, as a teen boy I was fascinated with many things the media had to offer. But at the same time, I also felt (and still feel) love and respect towards my parents, mentors and advisors. That, and choosing the right circle of friends, enabled me to view certain media messages with a critical eye, rejecting/ignoring them when necessary. If I can do it, anyone else can.

The more I travel, the more teens I see having a similar lifestyle and values. I personally know, and also read about, many teens who actually love their parents and feel responsiblity to make them happy and not disappoint them (especially here in Thailand). This includes refraining from promiscuous behavior.

Remember na: for every teen shown on MTV Spring Break, there are untold numbers who do not live that way.
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