More and More

Materialism has been a mounting problem since the 1950’s, but because of technology, it has reached new heights of concern. Today’s children have more things than any previous generation but it hasn’t made them any healthier, smarter, moral, or kind. Additionally, they are eating too much junk food and they have far too much leisure time. The epidemic of obesity is just one symptom of an inner illness caused by materialism. Their time spent on electronics resembles that of an addict. Their obsessive and self-centered use of social media seems narcissistic. In short, I‘m worried because this generation wants more and more, faster and faster. Where does it go from here? It’s unsustainable. Children should have everything they need, and some of the things they want, but we must put limits on it. Moderation is tremendously important for children to learn.