Growing up I remember seeing a lot of information on how the things we do affect society. I was born in 1989 and grew up in the 90's. In children shows, movies, books, magazines, and other things there was always an awareness of how the things we do affect the world. I remember seeing movies that talked about the cutting of the rainforest and the affects of trash in the ocean had on animals. At the time I wasn't really aware what I was seeing and what true affects it had. But now that I'm older, I feel that exposure to those ideas at a young age set me up for a better understanding and awareness of these issues as an adult.
Something I experience today is talking to global issues with my younger brother. He is currently 16. Growing up he wasn't exposed to those ideas like I was as a child so those issues don't have a connection with him. Something that is missing in todays society is an importance on getting people involved and making them feel like they can make a difference. It seems as if people gave up hope with these issues.
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