T.V: an evil influence on people's behaviour?

In what ways can watching violent programmes on t.v affect people’s behaviour?



T.V: an evil influence on people’s behaviour?

It cannot be denied that the T.V is one of the most popular forms of entertainment. As such, it has far-reaching effects on our lives, especially on our patterns of behaviour. Therefore, more and more people are criticizing the inclusion of violence in TV programmes, denouncing that it makes people become violent and aggressive.

Over the last decades, cartoons and soaps have been showing great violence levels. And surely, the audience’s behaviour hasn’t remained unaffected by this trend. To begin with, we should be aware of the difference between the effect violent media can cause on children and on adults. Children can suffer from more marked and powerful effects than adults due to maturational reasons. Take cartoon heroes. Almost always, these characters get what they want through violence. Since children tend to imitate others’ actions, they will likely resort to the same means in order to achieve their own goals. And this is just logical. They will apply what they have learned from this special teacher: the T.V

What’s more, children cannot tell the difference between the real and the unreal yet. Thus, they tend to believe that violence and aggressiveness are just normal since they belong to the ‘real’ world the TV creates. It goes without saying that violence on the screen can lead a child to be aggressive in their real life.

As for adults, being exposed to too much violence on T.V can turn them into cold-hearted beings. Psychologists claim that once a person gets used to violent actions, he loses the capacity of being moved by violent scenes. Although this impact appears to be less strong than in the case of children, we should reflect on the risks of being that stony.

To sum up, violence on TV programmes can have serious consequences for people. To my mind, we cannot sit back and let the situation become worse. We should tackle the problem before it’s too late. We cannot let children grow into violent adults and adults lose their capacity of being touched by such disgusting thing that violence is.

Rich countries are called out

Rich countries are called out.

It’s common knowledge that the World is split up into two poles: the rich countries and the poor ones. These days, the gap between the two groups is becoming wider and wider. This current situation has led some to believe it’s high time the rich countries did something to help the developing ones.

We would be denying if we said that the rich countries do nothing in aid of those who live in poor countries. The so recurrent natural disasters, especially affecting poor countries, seem to move people all around the globe. It is in these extreme situations that the whole world shows signs of generosity towards those in need by raising money, supplying food, clothes and medicines.

However, people living in developing countries suffered from famine, diseases and other grave social issues day after day. Helping them only in extreme circumstances is not enough. To my way of thinking, the rich countries should do something to help improve the living conditions in those countries caught in the poverty trap. Most of us tend to believe that the only possible aid is money. It goes without saying that if the rich countries donate money, it will be broadly welcomed. But, there are other ways in which developing countries can be assisted. For example, opening the trade barriers so that poor countries can sell their goods could be a valuable help. Probably, this measure will require some subsides to be removed, so that imported goods from poorer countries can compete fairly. Another way of helping could be by forgiving debts. Many poor countries have huge debts and they find serious difficulties in facing such mounting burden of debts.

All in all, poor countries will only be able to move ahead, if the whole world becomes together and takes action to provide the poor ones with real help. I firmly believe that generosity and charity can be found in any part of the world and rich countries are not the exception. I’m hopeful that the wealth nations are going to go some way towards improving the quality of life in developing countries.

Hunting physical fitness

‘Hunting’ physical fitness.


Nowadays, physical fitness has become a burning issue. Either because they want to look attractive or because full health has become their obsession, most people are worried about how to keep physically fit. Indeed, there are loads of options to get to this goal. Anyway, to say which one is the best depends on each person, since one man’s meat is another man’s poison.

Before choosing the way to enhance physical fitness, there’s a key point to take into account: free time. If you are one of those who have enough spare time, then your best choice might be practising a sport regularly. In the case you aren’t a sporty type, you can buy an exercise bike, join a gym or take up dancing classes. And, if you have a hectic schedule, take heart. You should make the most of your daily activities. For example, whether you live or work in a building, avoid lifts and use the stairs. Why not walk to work or carry the heavy shopping bags? Mind you, no matter the option you pick, getting successful results will depend on your not giving up after the first week.

Also, keeping fit goes hand in hand with adopting some healthy habits.
Following a healthy and balanced diet will not only help you keep in shape but also lower cholesterol levels. What’s more, your immune system will be strengthened. As well as this, not smoking will help you be in better condition to work out.

To sum up, there are no secrets to attain peak fitness. Neither is there one possible way to meet this objective. Just hung up your trainers and choose the kind of activity that best suits your taste and lifestyle. Complement this by having a nourishing meal and putting out your cigarette. After all, ‘the first wealth is health’.

Women at work

Women at work: men vs. Women?


The introduction of women into the world of work –at the beginning a male-dominated world- wasn’t an overnight success. It has been one of the clearest examples of women’s strength and courage to fight for their rights. Looking back at their long, bitter battle, can we say their fight is over?

If you have the chance of visiting a company, you won’t be surprised to learn that the manager director is a woman. Also, be ready to hear the most backhanded compliments that male work-mates will keep on saying to her. These ironic remarks are the very hints that tell you about men’s real contempt for women’s inclusion in the company. And this is true in almost every field. Men tend to consider women as incapable of cool reasoning and highly dependent on intuition for taking decisions. Yet, women have proved to be just the opposite in any job you care to name.

Despite the prejudices that women still have to suffer, their brave fight has not been in vain. In the first place, women have managed to get great job opportunities. Just consider the number of women, all around the world, who have become well-known manager directors, politicians, lawyers and even heads of states. Moreover, unequal rates of pay are a thing of the past. They also have paid holidays and career mobility, just to mention the most remarkable achievements.

To sum up, it’s clear that women have won the battle and men seem to have no ther option but to accept it. Women’s performances have proved to be as good as those of men and, in some cases, even superior.

Ads: Has it come the time to put an end?

Ads: Has it come the time to put an end?

You turn on the tv and for sure they are there. You are working on the computer and without doubt they will pop up. Even if you are travelling, they will be there in front of you. Advertisements have invaded our lives. And this is not new. But, is this modern invasion a blessing or a curse? Should we put a stop to the advertising era?

We would be lying if we denied the great advantages that advertising has brought to the business world and to the public in general. For one thing, since the introduction of advertisements, companies have found the way to make their products well-known. As a result, their overall sales have skyrocketed coupled with their profits. In addition, people have also gain benefits. Customers have found an easier way to learn about new goods available in the market.

However, as in any facet of life, each advantage has a disadvantage. As the use of ads has become so popular, they now have the power to brainwash people. This means that those who have little money are ready to get the latest products whether they really need them or not, whether they can afford them or not. On these grounds, strong critics of the use of ads claim that advertisements should be banned altogether as a way of protecting people against losing the capacity of deciding by themselves.

In my opinion, to ban advertising is rather an extreme measure. Indeed, I think it could do more harm than good. However, we cannot turn a blind eye to the fact that today’s ads mislead people into buying stuff they don’t need or cannot afford. Therefore, it would be a wise decision to regulate the use of ads. For example, companies should be fined for making any false claims in the advertising of their products or for leading people to misinterpretations.

To sum up, advertising is a mixed blessing. We should take advantage of the major benefits it offers, but, at the same time, we should be aware of the possible damages it can cause to the public. To my mind, it’s time authorities took measures to regulate misleading ads so as to prevent the negative effects they can bring about on the public.

It's high time we all laughed more and more!

It’s high time we all laughed more and more!

What’s the feeling you get after wild laughter? I usually feel like relieved. And this is just logical. Laughter is the human gift for coping and survival. To put it simply, it can help us feel better.
Any time you burst into laughter you are unaware of the many benefits this seemingly simple act is bringing to you. Among other things, it is a natural stress reliever. It also triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers. What’s more, since it involves aerobic activity, it provides a workout for the diaphragm and increases the body’s ability to use oxygen. And last but not least, it is completely free! All in all, laughter can fill you with a sense of well-being.

Unfortunately, more than once we feel we have no reasons for laughing. But, it is precisely during difficult circumstances when we need to laugh more. Let’s just let ourselves enjoy this special feeling we get whenever we laugh. Indeed, the best memories I have are those in which something made me split my sides laughing or laugh so hard that I doubled over, fell of my chair, spit out food or wet my trousers. It feels so good! I’d say it’s one of the most pleasant things in life. Yes, definitely!

So, what are we waiting to take a daily healthy dose of laughter? Go ahead! Laughter is good medicine! You will be bound to feel better.