Adulting: Proof of Excellence or a Somewhat Grim Joke?
February 2, 2020
DarkCyber’s research team noted “Adulting Merit Badges,” an article in Boingboing.
The badges are self awarded. A person wanting to demonstrate accomplishment purchases a set of badges, sews them on an item, and basks in the warmth of accomplishment. What struck DarkCyber as interesting was the language on the badges; which are grouped into categories like You Go Girl, Corporate, and Responsibilities. The wording is interesting, possibly frightening in its psychological implications. Here’s a sampling:
- Only watched one episode
- Save some money
- Paid with cash
- Responded to email
- On time for work
- Packed my lunch
- Took my vitamins
- Flossed
- Drank some water
And DarkCyber’s fave?
- Reduced screen time.
Stephen E Arnold, February 2, 2020
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