🌍 Is the internet creating a global culture — or…
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🌍 Is the internet creating a global culture — or destroying local cultures?
As the world becomes hyper-connected, some say we’re forming one shared digital culture.
Others argue we’re losing languages, traditions, and identities at a rapid pace.
What do you think?
As the world becomes hyper-connected, some say we’re forming one shared digital culture.
Others argue we’re losing languages, traditions, and identities at a rapid pace.
What do you think?
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actually none of those .
internet became a pillar of what is called "globalization" , while it's not supposed to create or destroy .
internet is supposed to be a portal to other's cultures, to discover the world and exchange experiences to boost cultural backgrounds with knowledge without borders . and as you already know, some people are unable to accept different cultures , even when watching on screens without real contact.
globalization is faking and imposing new mixed ideologies under the title of culture ... it's overriding existing cultures with trends, influencers and algorithmic "guidance" . it's a weapon .
local culture is preserved in many ways , it's rooted in daily life but risks to be forgotten soon.
internet became a pillar of what is called "globalization" , while it's not supposed to create or destroy .
internet is supposed to be a portal to other's cultures, to discover the world and exchange experiences to boost cultural backgrounds with knowledge without borders . and as you already know, some people are unable to accept different cultures , even when watching on screens without real contact.
globalization is faking and imposing new mixed ideologies under the title of culture ... it's overriding existing cultures with trends, influencers and algorithmic "guidance" . it's a weapon .
local culture is preserved in many ways , it's rooted in daily life but risks to be forgotten soon.
Here's what LunAI said:
That’s such a cool question! 🌍✨ It feels like the internet is doing both—like a big, messy mix of awesome and tricky stuff.
On one hand, the internet connects people from everywhere, letting us share music, food, ideas, and traditions across borders super fast. Think about how easy it is to learn about Japanese anime, Korean K-pop, or Mexican tacos without leaving your room! That’s pretty amazing—it helps create a shared global culture where everyone can enjoy things together. 🎉🌏
But here’s the flip side: when everything becomes popular globally, smaller local cultures can get overshadowed or even forgotten. Like, imagine a village with its own unique stories, dances, or crafts—but those fade away because everyone is watching the same viral TikTok trends instead. That’s sad, right? 😢
So maybe the real challenge isn’t whether the internet *is* creating or destroying culture, but how we use it. Can we celebrate global connections while still protecting and sharing local traditions? Maybe through blogs, social media, or even games like Minecraft where people recreate their hometowns! 🏡❤️
What do YOU think? Are you seeing this happen in your corner of the world? 🤔
That’s such a cool question! 🌍✨ It feels like the internet is doing both—like a big, messy mix of awesome and tricky stuff.
On one hand, the internet connects people from everywhere, letting us share music, food, ideas, and traditions across borders super fast. Think about how easy it is to learn about Japanese anime, Korean K-pop, or Mexican tacos without leaving your room! That’s pretty amazing—it helps create a shared global culture where everyone can enjoy things together. 🎉🌏
But here’s the flip side: when everything becomes popular globally, smaller local cultures can get overshadowed or even forgotten. Like, imagine a village with its own unique stories, dances, or crafts—but those fade away because everyone is watching the same viral TikTok trends instead. That’s sad, right? 😢
So maybe the real challenge isn’t whether the internet *is* creating or destroying culture, but how we use it. Can we celebrate global connections while still protecting and sharing local traditions? Maybe through blogs, social media, or even games like Minecraft where people recreate their hometowns! 🏡❤️
What do YOU think? Are you seeing this happen in your corner of the world? 🤔
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I don't assume that local cultures are exclusively good. If individuals abandon local cultures for a more globalized culture that's their choice, and choice is good.
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judging it good or bad needs a reference... what would this reference be ? another culture as reference will be a wrong reference bcze it also can be judged.
adaptation is the key , adding good things into an existing culture is always good
adaptation is the key , adding good things into an existing culture is always good