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Gender reveal parties. One even started a f*****g forest fire but people still think it’s cute.
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Irresponsibly selective breeding dogs. People want their cute petite dog or their “hard” looking pits while completely disregarding how their genetic deformities gives them a st quality of life. A lot of these animals die relatively young and if they miraculously do make it to old age, end up suffering horrendously as their issues become magnified. So much so that most of the a****s that want to have/ breed these animals end up abandoning them or just neglecting them until they’re incapable of powering through their struggles and die.
Child beauty pagants.
Nostalgia is a very strong feeling. It can make us yearn for “the good old days” when life appeared simpler and trends carried a certain charm. However, just because something was popular decades ago doesn’t mean it’s beneficial—or even safe—today.We find it easy to romanticize the past, especially when we’re bombarded with images of iconic fashion,vintage cars, andclassic films. But beneath the surface of these seemingly idyllic times lie trends and behaviors that are better left behind.
Nostalgia is a very strong feeling. It can make us yearn for “the good old days” when life appeared simpler and trends carried a certain charm. However, just because something was popular decades ago doesn’t mean it’s beneficial—or even safe—today.
We find it easy to romanticize the past, especially when we’re bombarded with images of iconic fashion,vintage cars, andclassic films. But beneath the surface of these seemingly idyllic times lie trends and behaviors that are better left behind.
Excessive plastic packaging, any plastic packaging.
I live in Appalachia:People who are all “zen” and natural and at one with nature will hike to any of our rivers and balance a bunch of rocks which will, I dunno, increase their vibrations or something.Know what it does? It takes nature and turns it into a big sign that says, “humans were here.” Which defeats the purpose of nature.Plus, we have critically endangered stream life around here that depends on some of those rocks for their habitat. Rooting around trying to find that perfect flat rock to make your chakra more whatever it needs to be harms the creatures that need the most protection.Stop balancing rocks into a pile on other rocks in the middle of a river! All it does is make YOU think how amazing and cool and different you are.
Forcing your ways of life on other people.
Smoking is a prime example. In the mid-20th century,smokingwas not only widespread but also seen as something glamorous. In films, actors puffed away on-screen, and cigarette ads promised things like sophistication and health benefits.Today, we know better: smoking is a leading cause of preventable death worldwide.
Smoking is a prime example. In the mid-20th century,smokingwas not only widespread but also seen as something glamorous. In films, actors puffed away on-screen, and cigarette ads promised things like sophistication and health benefits.
Today, we know better: smoking is a leading cause of preventable death worldwide.
People going to work when sick. Still..
Being blind followers of any political, religious sect.
Another example is workplace safety—or the lack thereof. There was a time whenworkers in factoriesand construction sites operated without protective gear.
Giving children (and adults, for that matter) open access to social media. It’s utter brain rot at this point.
Only getting 2 days for the weekend per week. It never feels long enough. I think 3-day weekends should become the norm. The work week should be Monday through Thursday.4-day weekends are probably too long though. I won’t go that far. They should be reserved for occasions.
Men and boys being told boys don’t cry, to man up, to suppress their emotions.
Today’s emphasis on safety gear andregulationsisn’t just bureaucratic red tape but an important development that shields workers from harm. Yet, some still cling to the outdated notion that “toughness” is more important than safety.
More of a job specific thing, but literally any tradesman that will argue that modern PPE is unnecessary. I don’t care if your grandpappy used to use a paint sprayer without a respirator, I’m trying to not destroy my lungs. Work smarter, putting yourself into an early grave to make shareholders/your boss happy is moronic.
Giant green lawns that are nothing but non-native turf grass covered in chemical treatments. This year World Migratory Bird Day had the tagline “No Insects, No Birds” because so many bird populations are declining due to insect population collapse. There’s many reasons behind this, but on a micro level, monoculture lawns are causing whole areas to be basically devoid of insect life. Especially when you pair that with municipal mosquito spraying (kills all the bugs, not just mosquitos) and the lack of native plants anywhere that plants are allowed to exist, like landscaping and parks. The old trend was to have giant lawns to show you were so rich didn’t need to grow food, and now we’ve just had this idea so embedded in our culture that it’s incredibly hard to break out of it.
People thinking that their vote doesn’t matter. Too many people.
During the 1950s and 1960s, extreme dieting was often presented as the path to beauty. As a result, women felt compelled to starve themselves to fit into tiny waists. This led to a rise in eating disorders, a problem that continues to affect many people today.While modern movements towardbody acceptanceare helping to combat these harmful ideals, the ghosts of past beauty standards still linger.
During the 1950s and 1960s, extreme dieting was often presented as the path to beauty. As a result, women felt compelled to starve themselves to fit into tiny waists. This led to a rise in eating disorders, a problem that continues to affect many people today.
While modern movements towardbody acceptanceare helping to combat these harmful ideals, the ghosts of past beauty standards still linger.
Prison industrial complexPeople think locking up criminals makes you safer. But more than half of prisoners have untreated trauma and mental illness that is not being addressed in prison and is often made worse. Long term we need a restorative system not punitive if people actually want to be safer. Instead people prefer the illusion of safety, using criminality as a scapegoat.Meanwhile, solve rates for violent crimes remains exceedingly low.
Giving cats milk. They’re lactose intolerant. If you’re going to give them milk, make sure it’s milk specifically for cats.
Racism.
Going broke to have an extravagant marriage and spending said money on things that ultimately dont really matter during your wedding.Im at an age now where people around me start marrying and my bf and I are actively keeping a list of things we missed or need to avoid for our own eventual marriage.
Today, as we face environmental crises, these old practices are proving invaluable. The popularity of farmers’ markets show that not everything from the past should be discarded—sometimes, the old ways are the best ways.
Literally anything that categorizes body types into “trends”.
Private health insurance. We (the United States) pay more for our insurance (like, double) for worse outcomes and lowered life expectancies.
Clear your plate young man…
Another positive trend is community living. Decades ago, it was common for neighborhoods to be close-knit, with people relying on one another for support. In recent years, we’ve seen a revival of this sense of community, whether through online groups or local initiatives.
Demonizing certain foods (i.e. carbs, fats, sugar, etc). Moderation seems to be a rarity.
That working out while sick makes you sweat out your sickness but in reality you’re prolonging your recovery and potentially getting others sick at the gym too.
Choosing college over trade schools because of the prestige factor.
As we look back on the past, it’s important to recognize that not all trends are worth reviving. By understanding the impact of past trends, we can make informed choices about which ones to bring into the future—and which ones to leave behind.For instance, these posts should definitely be left in the past. What do you think? Is there any trend from the past you don’t particularly like?
As we look back on the past, it’s important to recognize that not all trends are worth reviving. By understanding the impact of past trends, we can make informed choices about which ones to bring into the future—and which ones to leave behind.
For instance, these posts should definitely be left in the past. What do you think? Is there any trend from the past you don’t particularly like?
Smoking.Going to the office 5 days a week.Working half a day on Saturdays.
Social media use and the effect on mental health.
Men that show emotions and aren’t in control are weak.
Sun tanning.Tans are a persistent fad, but the damage is far more lasting than any fad.People of all colours should wear sunscreen everyday, thank me in 30 years.
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Buying pets online/through non-certified breeders.
I have never understood how you can limit people’s sick time, or give it in advance, you may get poorly 3 times only in one year. We have sickness policies in the UK to stop people taking the p**s, and as a non NHS nurse I don’t get sick pay, but if I’m sick, I’m sick, and I’m going to be off for however long I need to be off. The US system is so bizarre.
Feeling like we need to be someone we’re not in order to find a partner.
The lack of paid maternity leave.
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Washing your raw chicken with water before cooking it. Not necessary, and is an unsafe food prep practice.
I once had a job with what was called a ‘no fault’ policy. If you were late or absent 7 days in a year without prior notice you were fired. Prior notice was a week’s warning. If you were sick two days in a row, that’s two ‘points’ against you.If you were late because of an accident ahead of you on the highway, that was a point. If there was a blizzard and they closed the road, one point.I never got more than 3, but one lady whose kids were sick and in hospital racked up 3 points in a week.No fault meant not the company’s fault you got fired.Edit.
Hazing.
Trying to find reasons to condemn other people and feel morally superior to them just because you’re not superior to them in any other way and that scares your low-self-esteem-having a*s.
The way we treat kids like they’re idiots.Kids needs people they love and trust to help them understand the world. Talking to an older kid like they’re babies, or saying “no” all the time arbitrarily with zero explanation? Is that really helping? I remember feeling furious all the time at adults when I was a kid, and it’s only when I learned the word “patronizing” that I understood why I was so angry.You’re not raising kids, your providing life-long guidance and support to the adults they will become.*edit b/c typo.
How much labor a human is expected to be accountable for in any given day.
Spanking children.
You need to work overtime because your boss is working overtime even if you’ve already done with your workload. .
Minor one but sagging your pants. I’ve seen many kids who did this now have hip issues as young adults because they changed their gait to walk with their pants sagged.
5 day work weeks. It’s b******t really. And greed. The world would be a much happier place is 4 days was normalised.
Mulch volcanoes around trees, instead can I interest you in a mulch doughnut.
The “30 minutes or it’s free” pizza delivery trend ended in the 90’s and so many people still think that it applies to EVERY RESTAURANTI hate having to explain that it doesn’t.
Drinking every weekend.
“tough love” .
Letting pet cats outdoors unsupervised .
The war on d***s. In my country, you can still be jailed “for your own good” if you use the wrong substance.
Driving everywhere.
Using Draino or Liquid Plumber on potentially older pipes.
Capitalism.
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