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A core theme emerges throughout — society is increasingly numb to real-world risks and human suffering. Viral storm videos, reckless stunts, and disaster footage frequently garner laughing emojis or casual reactions, which indicates a collective desensitization. The media and social platforms amplify everything, turning serious tragedies into spectacle, diminishing their gravity.
This is compounded by a decline in formal education about safety and critical thinking. Schools no longer teach basic emergency procedures, exemplified by videos of people operating dangerous equipment or ignoring life-threatening hazards. The narrative is that "content" and "viral fame" matter more than human survival, leading to a cultural environment where reckless behavior is implicitly rewarded.