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society2 days ago•62 min saved

Childfree Women Share Complex Reasons for Avoiding Parenthood

BuzzFeed reports on a growing trend of women openly discussing their decision to remain childfree. The article highlights that these choices are often complex and multifaceted, moving beyond simple binary explanations. It notes that societal expectations around motherhood remain strong, but a new generation of women is challenging these norms by sharing their personal reasons for not having children. The piece emphasizes that the decision is not always straightforward and can involve a mix of personal, financial, and social factors.

via BuzzFeed|

#buzzfeed #childfree #family-planning

health-and-society7 days ago•10 min saved

Experts urge society to overcome 'grief-phobia' through open dialogue

The Guardian reports that experts describe modern societies as 'grief-phobic,' avoiding discussions about death despite its inevitability. This avoidance creates significant anxiety for individuals, as illustrated by a friend’s visible discomfort when a colleague discussed her mother’s passing. The article argues that normalizing conversations about mortality is essential for reducing fear and improving emotional resilience.

via The Guardian|

#death-awareness #grief #health-and-society

society9 months ago•6 min saved

8 Dangerous 60s Practices That Would Be Illegal Today

The article highlights seven practices from the 1960s and 70s—such as indoor smoking, corporal punishment, drunk driving, casual drug prescribing, unregulated workplace behavior, children roaming freely, and deceptive advertising—that would be illegal or scandalous today, illustrating how social norms and laws evolve with increased understanding of health, ethics, and safety.

via VegOut|

#behavior #cultural-change #history

society9 months ago•0 min saved

Miss Manners: Should You Tell a Stranger Their Fly Is Open?

The article discusses whether it's appropriate to tell a stranger their fly is open and criticizes the trend of placing books with their titles facing the wall on TV home decor shows, questioning the practicality and social awareness of such decor choices.

via The Washington Post|

#decor-trends #etiquette #miss-manners

technology10 months ago•1 min saved

Fandoms Profit from AI Deepfake Technology

The article discusses how celebrities like Ariana Grande are rejecting AI-generated media that exploits their likenesses, yet such images continue to circulate among fans, highlighting tensions between social norms and the internet's attention economy.

via The Verge|

#ai-generated-images #celebrity-culture #fan-interactions

society1 year ago•6 min saved

PGA and Celebrity Apologies Over Ryder Cup Crowd and Fan Behavior

The article discusses the rise in disruptive crowd behaviour across various public events, including sports and concerts, highlighting social scientists' concerns about changing norms, the influence of social media, and societal trends indicating a potential decline in civility and adherence to social norms.

via The Guardian|

#antisocial-behaviour #crowd-behaviour #public-disorder

entertainment1 year ago•9 min saved

Downton Abbey's Final Chapter: Reflections and Revelations

The article discusses the portrayal of divorce and social stigma in the 'Downton Abbey' franchise, highlighting how modern and vintage society view divorced women differently, with a focus on Lady Mary's storyline and the changing social attitudes towards divorce and independence.

via Salon.com|

#divorce #downton-abbey #entertainment

society1 year ago•1 min saved

Global Consensus: These Actions Make You the Worst

The article humorously lists various common behaviors that are widely considered rude or inconsiderate, such as improper parking, littering, and not returning shopping carts, suggesting that doing any of these makes someone the 'worst' person. It encourages reflection on social manners and respect for public spaces.

via BuzzFeed|

#courtesy #parking-etiquette #public-behavior

advicerelationships1 year ago•4 min saved

Husband's Explosive Reaction to Baby's Screaming Sparks Mixed Reactions

A woman recounts her husband's loud outburst at a restaurant to silence a screaming toddler, which was applauded by other diners but left her mortified. The advice suggests that such behavior is inappropriate and questions whether her husband might have underlying issues, emphasizing the importance of handling such situations more discreetly. The article also touches on other social dilemmas, including family bans over pot brownies and tipping etiquette.

via Slate Magazine|

#advicerelationships #family-gathering #parenting

science1 year ago•5 min saved

Study Links Body Awareness to Moral Decision-Making

A new study suggests that individuals more attuned to their bodily signals, such as heart rate, tend to make moral decisions aligned with the majority, indicating that physical cues may play a role in moral intuition and social conformity.

via Live Science|

#bodily-cues #brain-activity #moral-decision-making

health1 year ago•5 min saved

Bridging the Gender Divide in Fitness

A gender gap in exercise persists, with only 33% of women meeting weekly aerobic exercise recommendations compared to 43% of men, largely due to the disproportionate amount of time women spend on caregiving and household responsibilities. This disparity, which starts in childhood, affects women's health and quality of life, as they often prioritize others' needs over their own. Experts suggest finding workout buddies, reframing exercise as part of caregiving, and celebrating small achievements to help women incorporate more physical activity into their lives.

via The Seattle Times|

#exercise #gender-gap #health

culture1 year ago

Navigating Social Pressure: To Stand or Not to Stand?

The article explores the social pressure and etiquette surrounding standing ovations at performances, questioning whether individuals should feel obligated to participate if they don't genuinely feel moved to do so.

via The New York Times|

#audience-behavior #culture #etiquette

society-and-culture2 years ago•2 min saved

"Americans Push Back Against Rising Tipping Expectations"

The article discusses the increasing prevalence and expectations of gratuity requests in various service settings, questioning whether these requests are becoming excessive and exploring the impact on consumer behavior and social norms.

via TODAY|

#consumer-behavior #gratuity #service-industry

society-and-culture2 years ago•6 min saved

"Older Adults Challenge Social Norms"

Redditors from the r/AskOldPeople subreddit shared their disagreements with modern social norms, including oversharing on social media, children using social media, excessive advertising for betting, lack of courtesy in communication, public vaping, and more, highlighting a generational divide in attitudes towards technology and behavior.

via BuzzFeed|

#disagreement #generational-divide #older-adults

psychologysocial-behavior2 years ago•5 min saved

"The Impact of Bystander Support on Antisocial Behavior"

A new study emphasizes the crucial role of bystanders in confronting anti-social behavior, showing that bystander support reinforces social norms and discourages harmful conduct, while silence or subject-changing undermines these efforts. The research suggests that active bystander participation is essential to maintain pro-social norms and prevent the acceptance of anti-social behavior, with significant implications for bystander training programs and broader societal conduct.

via Neuroscience News|

#anti-social-behavior #bystander-support #bystander-training