How the media altered our way of thinking

In light of everything that has been occurring in the past weeks, I have too come to an enlightenment of sorts in terms of my relation to the media, mainly how it subconsciously affects me. As I don't have myself to be one, who is on board with writing essay-length posts, I chose to present my findings in 2 points.

 1. Science vs. mysticism

Admittedly, this is strongly connected with what I am currently studying in philosophy at school. This idea had been introduced to me in terms of the cognitive theories by various philosophers of both the ancient and modern era, and it definitely hit home. The essential jist sets religion on the foundations of blind belief and science on the foundation of critical thinking and doubt. As it is widely known by many, unfortunately not all, there is absolutely no proof that any god of any religion exists/existed. Thusly, religion truly does still exist only due to the blind belief of the mislead masses. On the other hand, science is a product of constant doubt and criticism, which enables mankind to constantly develop and advance based on given findings. Based on what we are currently enduring, the media, which should function based of facts and evidence, has transformed into some absurd religion-like movement, which strives for personal success by focusing on misleading the masses. 

2. Third person narrative

As much as this term is existent for describing literature, it also applies to real life. The value of most all things we see and experience in everyday life is dependent on its stance in social media. In my opinion, we are all guilty of this. Whenever and wherever we go, we depend on our mobile devices to create an ideal out of our everyday actions. We take photos with the sole purpose of sharing them on social media and fishing for attention, It's always ''They will like this.'' going through our minds like a mantra. Who is they? Absolute strangers, who donate a milisecond of attention when double-tapping. Although many are quick to deny, I feel that deep down we are all aware of how very easily this way of thinking has settled into our bones. 

What is your opinion on this matter? on't hesitate to express it in the comments below.

x, Valens