We live in a time of challenges and opportunities, and everyone has the potential to be the center of attention online. But in such a highly internet-enabled society, taunts and attacks seem to be the new normal. The incident of Guo Degang's wife, Wang Hui, is a microcosm of this phenomenon. She was subjected to unwarranted ridicule, which not only affected her personal mood, but also caused the public to think deeply about online violence.
You and I are human beings, and everyone should be respected and understood. The Internet is not a place outside the law, and we should work together to maintain a bright and just cyberspace. If we can put ourselves in the shoes of others, we may be able to understand how cold and mean those seemingly funny but hurtful words hide.
Remember that the words that pass through the screen may sting a real, flesh-and-blood heart in a corner. The damage of taunts and attacks is far-reaching and long-lasting, and they are like ghosts that suddenly appear in the darkness, leaving a shadow in the hearts of their victims.
However, change starts with action. When we face online violence, we are not helpless. First of all, we can refuse to engage in any form of negative comments and ridicule. Choosing to remain silent or actively expressing support and understanding can contribute to a healthier and more welcoming online environment.
Second, it is essential to educate and promote a culture of friendliness. Xi respect for others, protecting privacy, and cultivating empathy and a sense of justice in daily life from primary school will build a strong line of defense against the spread of malicious words.
In the end, not everything needs to be fixed with punishment. Although it is necessary to establish rules to restrain some behaviors, it is more fundamental to rely on improving civic literacy and optimizing the legal system to achieve long-term governance.
Friends, remember: every online communication should be based on respect and goodwill, every comment carries emotions and responsibilities, and every click is related to civilization and progress.
Today's topic may just be a gentle ripple in the whirlpool beneath the water's surface, but hopefully one day we will look back at it and see a clear, bright and undisturbed surface of the water – which will be the warmest and most moving proof of our joint efforts to build a better online environment.