A Proper Introduction

My name is Alexandra and I am a recent college graduate. I have a degree in Mass Communication, and I truly have a desire to spread my message to the masses. What is my message exactly? My intent for starting this blog is to post thought provoking statements and questions that challenge our day-to-day norms. The title of my blog, 'Oh My Goodness,' emphasizes the need to live a quality life full of goodness. Our world, at present, seems to be saturated by sensationalism. I believe that this has happened through the powerful presence of technology in our lives today.

Technology is not going to go anywhere, nor do I think it needs to, but I do believe that we need to reevaluate and rebalance our relationship to it. Social networking sites, for instance, have both opened doors and put up walls. It is scary to think that our younger generations main source of communication is through a keyboard. This habit is sure to stifle growth in social graces and communication skills - two very important things to have in the "real" world. 

I am a member of Facebook, and agree that there are great things about it, but I think some people have taken it too far. I am guilty of having checked my profile more than once a day, particularly at school, but only out of boredom and procrastination. And just the fact that I checked my profile based on such a silly foundation is a huge indicator that I should be spending my time more wisely. Let's challenge ourselves to resist the temptation!

Admirable people consistently redefine their lives and challenge themselves to be better. What is most important, I think, is that we are constantly asking ourselves how we can be better individuals. No matter how large or small that question is to each of us, we all have the potential to be the best version of ourselves.