Every few months, the internet’s relentless content machine selects a new protagonist. Sometimes it is a dancing teenager; other times, a cat with an expressive face. But in the last eighteen months, a specific, niche subgenre has exploded across TikTok, Instagram Reels, and X (formerly Twitter): the
A child’s worst day should not become your entertainment. Before you share, comment, or laugh, ask yourself: Would I want this video of me to exist online forever when I am 30 years old?
The viral video and subsequent social media discussion raise several questions about our online culture and the way we consume and interact with content. Here are a few key takeaways:
A genuine viral phenomenon—not because it shocked us, but because it asked something we’re all afraid to answer out loud.
If you see a dangerous driving video on your feed, do not engage in the comment war. Report the content to the platform and move on. A "like" is a vote for more.
