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Hey there! π It’s always interesting to see how trends come and go in different countries, right? π But sometimes, there are trends that just make you scratch your head and wonder, “What were they thinking?!” So, what’s the worst trend going on in your country right now? Let’s dive in and take a closer look! π
Trending Downward: The Not-So-Great Trends
When it comes to trends, not all that glitters is gold. Here are some of the not-so-great trends that have been making waves in various countries:
1. Fast Fashion Overload
Fast fashion is everywhere, and this trend has a dark side. From unethical labor practices to massive textile waste, the downsides of fast fashion are hard to ignore.
2. Social Media Obsession
While social media has its benefits, the obsession with likes, followers, and perfectly curated feeds can lead to anxiety, depression, and a skewed sense of reality.
3. Fad Diets and Unrealistic Body Ideals
The pressure to conform to unrealistic body ideals promoted by fad diets and extreme fitness trends can have serious implications on mental and physical health.
Shifting Perspectives: Positive Trends on the Rise
Despite the not-so-great trends, there are also positive shifts happening in various countries. Here are some examples of trends that are making a positive impact:
1. Sustainable Living
More people are embracing sustainable practices such as zero-waste lifestyles, eco-friendly products, and conscious consumerism to reduce their environmental footprint.
2. Mental Health Awareness
There is a growing recognition of the importance of mental health, with initiatives aimed at breaking the stigma, promoting self-care, and providing support to those in need.
3. Diversity and Inclusion
Society is becoming more inclusive, with efforts to celebrate diversity, challenge stereotypes, and create a more equitable and welcoming environment for all.
So, what do you think? Have you noticed any of these trends in your country? Or maybe there’s another trend that’s caught your attention for all the wrong reasons? Share your thoughts and let’s start a conversation! π£οΈπ¬ #CommunityEngagement #TrendSpotting
Remember, trends come and go, but it’s important to stay true to yourself and embrace what brings positivity and joy into your life. Let’s keep the conversation going and stay informed about the ever-evolving trends around us! ππ‘
Cost of living…. no affordable housing
People hating the leader so much they aren’t able to have a rational thought about politics.
Saw $12 block of cream cheeseβ¦
The very clear war of grocery stores vs people who need groceries in any affordable way at all in order to live
Vaccine hesitancy. We’re about to lose our measles eradication status. People aren’t vaccinating their dogs because they’re afraid the dogs will get autism (seriously) and rabies risk is consequently going up. At a time when fewer and fewer people can afford healthcare and have access to emergency care, people are readily exposing themselves and others to deadly diseases because they did “their research” by listening to a bad podcast. This is in the US, btw.
Skin bleaching
Homelessness and addiction are becoming way too common
The rate of people being killed by drop bears here in Australia has increased dramatically this year, despite the drop bear related deaths last year already being at a record high level!
We have somehow watched the last 10 years of american shitshow and decided “we should copy that”.
Rampant corporatism.Β
Edit: the correct term is corporatocracyΒ
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corporatocracy
Fixin’ to abandon democracy, is all.
Don’t laugh at us around the world, the splash zone will be considerable.
The lack of affordable housing, decent wages, and family doctors,
Stupidity
Saying elections are rigged every time they donβt go your way
Itβs not really known by the majority of the population due to how little I ever see it mentioned, but Pretendians.
People claiming indigenous heritage when they donβt, nor have been part of any First Nations community to have been adopted into one.
Pretendians do it to take benefits intended for actual underprivileged indigenous people, from education, tax exemptions, and when enough of them are present- make decisions regarding land use and sales that *are not theirs to make* by accepting grants and $$$$ bribes from private forestry and fracking companies.
Itβs a massive issue and it seems only the already-disenfranchised and ignored First Nations people are talking about it.
I think it started in Korea but here in Taiwan people will watch those videos of a girl eating a shitload of food on camera.
Bad manners.
Govt is being heavily influenced and lobbied into underfunding our universal healthcare so that its foundations are becoming worse and worse, forcing many people to seek private healthcare instead – basically building the case that the citizens βpreferβ private HC. Meanwhile the universal was the real preference- itβs just forcing consent into a worse system that less than a tenth of citizens would even be able to afford.
Homelessness
Online Casino … Lots of stories of failures lol
Political polarization, U.S. Also income inequality.
Prices for everything going up, unreasonably, without justification, and wages are stagnating… and have been for decades… It’s especially prevalent in the housing market (both buying or renting).
Electing stupid people
People not taking accountability for their actions.
βPrankβ videos where broccoli-headed little chucklefucks harass the public and then get indignant when they have to face the consequences of their actions. The shit youβre doing is *NOT* bussin, Kyle.
Attacks on libraries and library workers
People believing that itβs ok to be assholes to one another
Trump vs Biden. How are these THE guys?
Phone (and social media) addiction
Lip filler, Botox, buccal fat removal etc. people end up looking horrible vs aging naturally. Really sad people think they need that and then looking awful. I truly hope this trend dies soon. Probably happening everywhere.
Stupidity.
The misleading and flat out false reporting in the media.
Private health insurance companies and how they separate vision and dental from healthcare.
So much angerβ¦. about so many things -politics, conflicts round the world (Russia/Ukraine, Israel/ Palestine), gender issues, police, race, road rageβ¦
Fentanyl or Ketamine USA
Still..gender reveal parties
80 year old presidents race….
Republicans are more worried about children private parts instead of actually protecting them against shooters or better education.
Religious extremists convincing state after state to pass laws taking away bodily autonomy.
That, and $20 burritos.
Stupidity is being celebrated and calling out stupid people for being stupid is offensive, even when the stupid people are spouting out information like βthe moon is mostly gasβ to children.