We arrive into this world and are immediately programmed with the belief that our value is determined by what we own. This conditioning continues through life and we all know what it is we are supposed to have in order to live up to society’s expectations of success. Life we are told is about acquisitions and we are subtly shown how to achieve this through both the old and new media.
There are so-called reality shows of all types and varieties. Yet, they are an illusion and are really scripted lives played out as real. Edited versions for the masses to lead you down a certain path in your dance through life. Usually it is a misdirected path. Through the use of social media, we are directed to a mob rule mentality. Flippant decisions made without thought and usually filled with negative emotions. Follow the trend we are told that is where the happiness can be found. Throughout it all we are shown images of success associated with how much you have acquired in life. The name of the game in this world is basically, ‘what and how much do you own’?
