In the big scheme of things, I wouldn’t consider myself to be elderly, but the internet has a way of making me feel old and worn out.
You might relate to what I’m saying. Sometimes I find myself reading something I barely comprehend, just to learn it’s English; it’s just the hot, new slang the youth are using right now. Other times, I come across a new movement – like ‘canceling’ – and wonder when and where I got left behind.
Then there are the online trends, which appear to rise and fall like the summer harvest. I’d be lying if I said I’d ever paid attention to any of them, but it doesn’t mean they don’t become immensely popular during their brief time in the spotlight.
Some such fads, such as the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, are positive charitable drivers, inspiring individuals to join forces to make a real difference in the world.