In the world of social media, it’s easy to forget that real people are behind the stories we share online. Parents often advocate against bullying that their children experience, yet they can fall into the same trap themselves. This hypocrisy is particularly evident among moms—what’s going on, ladies?
Recently, Australian blogger Sophie Lane penned an incredibly relatable post discussing the struggle of mismatched sex drives in relationships. She touched on the topic of “the quickie”—that rushed, uninspired intimacy many couples resort to amidst their busy lives.
Moms frequently share harmless snippets of their lives in hopes of connecting with others or to provide a sense of camaraderie. Unfortunately, the internet can be unforgiving. Instead of supportive comments, some users unleash harsh critiques, declaring their anecdotes the worst things they’ve ever read, labeling them as terrible mothers, and in extreme cases, suggesting they should never write again—or worse.
Sophie, who blogs as The Modern Mom, found herself bombarded with negative feedback after her candid post. “For a long time, I’ve seen a significant amount of time and money devoted to teaching our kids about bullying. But the real issue isn’t our kids; it’s the parents,” she expressed in a heartfelt video addressing her trolls.
In that emotional moment, she shared, “After posting my article, I read hundreds of awful comments about me. I sat there thinking, ‘What the heck have I done?’” The truth is, she hadn’t done anything wrong; she simply shared a relatable story from her life. Yet, some commenters accused her of shaming her partner and one even claimed that if she consented to sex without full enthusiasm, it was akin to being assaulted. Seriously?
“I’m a great wife, an awesome mom, and a fantastic friend. I’d do anything for others,” Sophie stated. “I just can’t fathom how people can be so cruel to someone they don’t even know.”
She titled her video, “Going viral isn’t all that. Keyboard warriors, you win!” But in reality, they haven’t triumphed. Sophie continues to post about her life on Facebook, which she should. Motherhood is a unique journey for everyone, and if someone shares a story that doesn’t resonate with you, why not just scroll past instead of spreading negativity? There’s no good reason to unleash hate online, and it’s just plain awful.
Many say, “Don’t post online if you can’t handle backlash.” Really? Should anyone have to brace for mindless attacks just for sharing their experiences? A better motto would be, “Don’t be a jerk.” We’re all for that one!
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In summary, online bullying, especially among parents, reveals a troubling hypocrisy. Instead of tearing each other down, let’s lift each other up. After all, we’re all navigating this journey together.