The rise of social media platforms has made it easier for people to vent their frustrations and complaints publicly. What is the consequence of this trend? Is there any benefit to expressing complaints on social media?

With everyone allowed to share what they want due to the widespread use of social media, openly expressing frustrations and criticisms has become effortlessly possible. This essay aims to discuss the negative effect of this development and analyse if there is any advantage to this tendency or not.

The most significant harmful consequence of sharing grievances on social media websites is that sometimes, people mindlessly tend to release their frustrations and worries on social media. There may be cases when people go to extremes, and without understanding the consequences, they expose their personal lives, which they later repent in most cases as they may feel embarrassed for sharing the private parts of their lives during their weak moments. Although, sometimes, posting frustrations on social media may help one vent out and feel lighter, it does not ensure a person finds a solution.

However, there can be a significant advantage to people sharing their worries or frustrations on social media. When one shares concerns about community, politics, culture, or beyond their lives, social media may be instrumental in taking their voices to the appropriate authorities; there have been cases when the system or concerned people took steps to tackle significant botherations, a consequence resulting in positive impacts on individuals and society. Furthermore, even if one does not find allies or there are no immediate steps taken, social media portals at least allow one to discuss their grievances.

Given the above arguments, it can be concluded that sharing personal concerns on social media can cause humiliation or awkwardness for a person later in life. However, discussing issues beyond personal lives can offer a golden opportunity to strengthen the voices of people and help resolve issues by helping one associate with the appropriate communities or take one’s say to the fitting authorities or people.