Behavior Quote by Curtis Sittenfeld
“Obviously the bar is much higher now for a behavior to be scandalous. Social media has really changed the way people live. It's not a new impulse; it's just being enacted in a new way.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The New York Times, 2020
Notes that scandal thresholds have risen due to social media’s influence on behavior.
In simple terms: Scandals seem bigger now because of social media.
Key Takeaway
Consider media impact on perception.
Themes
social media
scandal
culture shift
Mood
analytical
observant
Type
critical
informative
When to use this quote
- online reputation management
- PR crises
- personal branding
Key Concepts
media studies
public perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How does media shape moral standards?
- Can privacy reduce scandal risk?
A Different Perspective
Online amplification can distort reality.
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