Nothing irks me more than when I see a hardcore rant status on facebook.
"Wtf, my boyfriend's mom is such a bitch. I can't believe she just asked me to, like, do her a favor or some shit. I'm not your kid, bitch! Who do you think you are??" Like - Comment - Share - 11 minutes ago via mobile (and a cute little globe next to it.)
Yea, I'd Like to shake you. Or perhaps Comment on your lack of tact. But maybe I'll just Share a little common sense in your honor, instead. Chances are your boyfriend's mom has a facebook and she's going to see that eventually. Or your boyfriend's friend's sister's next door neighbor's dog walker. Somehow, someway, your juvenile rant is going to make it back to the object of your acrimony. Keep your skeletons where they belong, woman!
You know who else will see these detestable posts? Your future employer. If you think all they're running is your background check, think again. Many employers are going to search for your facebook profile first to get an idea of your personality and lifestyle. Everyone is all sugar and smiles during an interview, but show their true colors when they think they're "safe" amongst friends. If I were an employer I certainly wouldn't hire the girl that publicly bashes people on facebook or posts every nightclub picture with a drink in her hand. You know what that tells me? DRAMA. And a lot of "sick" days.
Also, if you post public pictures, make sure you're the only ones in them. Your friends might not appreciate you handing over their face to Google Image Search.
Another no-no is publicly posting your check-ins. While you're making wonderful memories road tripping four states away, your ex is having a grand ol' time ransacking your apartment. P.S. he left the window open. Also, your cat ran away.
Occasionally, it is acceptable or understandable to broaden your viewership beyond your circle of compadres. Do so sparingly! Remember we're trying to retain some poise here. Cases in which it is admissible to post publicly:
- Pictures where you look pretty damn good, and happy. No, not duckface.
- You are sharing something informative.
- You want to announce something amazing that you are thrilled about. ("We're finally PREGNANT!")
- You are singing someone else's praises.
- You are reviewing a business you recommend.
- You're posting pictures and jubilee comments because you know your man's psycho ex-girlfriend stalks you from a fake profile and you want to piss her off. (This one falls under the "understandable" category. Not saying it's right, but it is pretty funny when done tastefully.)
Don't be an arrogant tool that doesn't care what others might think. If you really feel the need to vent to the internet then create a blog with a questionable name, under an alias and share the posts to a restricted audience. ;) Notice the little wagon wheel under the post that more than likely brought you here? It means I think you're awesome.
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