{"id":2192613,"date":"2024-03-04T21:50:03","date_gmt":"2024-03-05T02:50:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/ben-shapiro-sam-smith-wins-votes-for-donald-trump\/"},"modified":"2024-03-04T21:55:35","modified_gmt":"2024-03-05T02:55:35","slug":"ben-shapiro-sam-smith-wins-votes-for-donald-trump","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/ben-shapiro-sam-smith-wins-votes-for-donald-trump\/","title":{"rendered":"Sam Smith&#8217;s actions inadvertently benefit Donald Trump&#8217;s campaign, according to Ben Shapiro"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">24<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fben-shapiro-sam-smith-wins-votes-for-donald-trump%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2192613&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Ben Shapiro Criticizes Sam\u200d Smith&#8217;s Fashion Choices<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ben Shapiro, the former editor of the Daily Wire, recently expressed his\u200b disapproval of English singer Sam Smith&#8217;s fashion choices. During an episode of &#8220;The Ben Shapiro Show,&#8221; Shapiro commented on Smith&#8217;s appearance at the Vivienne Westwood Fall 2024 show, stating, &#8220;I don&#8217;t know who designed\u2062 this outfit; it looks \u200clike a refugee from a cross between Mad Max and Braveheart who is gender confused.&#8221;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Sam\u2063 Smith\u200c makes a mockery of Scotland as the British n\u016f-male.  \u200c   <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/co1JSNuPVo\">pic.twitter.com\/co1JSNuPVo<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Ian Miles Cheong\u2064 (@stillgray) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/stillgray\/status\/1763946987630834044?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">March 2, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shapiro further criticized Smith&#8217;s\u2064 appearance, describing \u2063it as \u2063a \u2062combination of &#8220;Braveheart,&#8221; &#8220;Mad Max,&#8221;\u2063 and a &#8220;Judith \u200bButler \u200bbook.&#8221; He expressed \u2064his disbelief that such fashion choices \u2063are considered high art and questioned \u2064why Smith is\u2064 considered a pop cultural icon.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shapiro\u200d also took the \u2064opportunity \u200cto discuss his views on\u200d gender and the sex binary. He argued that the concept of gender is meaningless and \u200bthat there \u2063are inherent differences between\u200d masculinity and femininity. He\u200b cited a \u200bpoll of 200 scientists at UK universities, where only \u206358% believed that\u200c sex is \u200dbinary, stating that the remaining 42% are not \u2063true scientists but rather propagandists and\u2063 fools.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">In conclusion, Shapiro \u200bcriticized the scientific community for what he perceives as a \u2062lack of credibility and the \u2063influence of \u2064external pressures, particularly in relation \u2063to transgenderism. \u200cHe expressed his disappointment in \u200bthe erosion of trust in the scientific community over\u2063 the past \u2064two\u2063 decades.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How does the &#8220;Fear of Missing Out&#8221; phenomenon on social media contribute to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/how-does-stress-affect-skin\/\" title=\"How Does Stress Affect Skin?\">heightened stress levels<\/a>, anxiety, and a constant desire for social validation, ultimately impacting mental \u2064health<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Ish about the impact of\u2062 social media on mental \u200dhealth.<\/p>\n<p>Title: The Impact of Social Media on \u200bMental Health: Unveiling the \u200cUnequivocal Connection<\/p>\n<p>Introduction:<\/p>\n<p>In\u200b this\u2064 digital age, social media platforms \u200dhave \u2062become an integral part of\u2064 our \u200cdaily\u200b lives. \u2063From \u200cconnecting with loved ones \u2064to staying \u200babreast of global events, social media has undoubtedly revolutionized the way we \u2062interact with the world. \u2062However, as the popularity of social media continues to\u2063 soar, concerns about its impact on mental \u2063health have arisen. \u200dThis article aims to explore the undeniable connection between social media\u200c and mental \u200chealth, shedding light on the potential consequences individuals\u2063 may face.<\/p>\n<p>The \u200dQuest for Perfection:<\/p>\n<p>One \u200bof\u200c the prevailing pressures that \u200bstem from social media is\u200b the incessant\u200c pursuit of perfection. Platforms \u2064like Instagram and \u200dFacebook\u2063 create an environment where users incessantly compare their lives to\u2064 the curated highlights\u200d of others. This \u200dconstant exposure to carefully crafted, \u2062idealized versions of\u2062 existence can trigger feelings of inadequacy\u2064 and lead \u2064to diminished self-esteem. The unrealistic expectations perpetuated by social media can \u2062magnify personal\u2064 insecurities, \u200dpaving the way for anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.<\/p>\n<p>Cyberbullying \u2063and Online Harassment:<\/p>\n<p>While social media serves as a platform for connection, it can also\u200d be a breeding\u200c ground for \u2063cyberbullying and \u2062online harassment. The anonymity provided \u2063by the internet \u200coften emboldens individuals \u2064to partake in harmful behavior they would not exhibit in real life. Instances of cyberbullying\u200d can\u2063 inflict lasting emotional scars, leading to anxiety, depression, and even \u200dsuicidal thoughts. The impact on mental health is particularly \u2064pronounced among adolescents who are more susceptible \u2062to peer pressure and social validation.<\/p>\n<p>The\u2063 &#8220;Fear\u2062 of Missing Out&#8221; Phenomenon:<\/p>\n<p>The era\u2064 of \u2062social media has sparked a new psychological phenomenon\u200c known as the &#8220;Fear \u200bof Missing Out,&#8221; or FOMO. The constant stream of updates and \u2062posts on social\u2063 media can make individuals \u2064feel as \u2063though they are\u2064 missing \u2064out on experiences or lagging behind their peers. This\u2062 fear \u2064can\u200c lead to heightened stress levels, anxiety, and a constant desire \u2064for social validation. The pressure to constantly stay connected and\u2064 engaged\u2062 can also disrupt\u2064 sleep\u2063 patterns, \u200cexacerbating mental health\u200b issues.<\/p>\n<p>Addiction and Impaired Self-Efficacy:<\/p>\n<p>Social media addiction has gained recognition\u2063 in recent years, with individuals\u200d increasingly experiencing compulsive usage and dependency on these platforms. The constant need for validation through likes and\u2062 comments \u2062can create a \u2062cycle of\u200d addiction, impairing \u200can individual&#8217;s self-efficacy and sense of identity. This addiction can lead to \u2064decreased productivity, increased anxiety,\u2064 and a disrupted\u2064 sense of well-being. The loss of control over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/stimulus-update-deadline-to-file-taxes-in-12-days-for-rebate-of-up-to-400-in-virginia\/\" title=\"Tax filing deadline in Virginia is in 12 days for a potential 0 rebate.\">social\u200d media usage<\/a> can further deteriorate mental health, as individuals become consumed by the virtual world.<\/p>\n<p>Conclusion:<\/p>\n<p>While social \u2064media undoubtedly\u200d offers numerous benefits, it is crucial to\u200d acknowledge its impact on mental health. \u2064The pressure to project an idealized image, the\u200c prevalence of cyberbullying, the &#8220;Fear \u2062of Missing Out&#8221; phenomenon, and the \u2062risk of addiction all contribute to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/class-action-settlement-deadline-for-batiste-dry-shampoo-customers-to-file-claim-in-2-5-million-settlement-in-one-day\/\" title=\"Class-action settlement: Deadline for Batiste Dry Shampoo customers to file claim in .5 million settlement in one day\">potential\u2063 harm caused<\/a> by this\u200d digital\u200b medium. It is imperative for individuals \u200cto establish\u2063 a healthy relationship with social media by practicing moderation, taking breaks, and seeking support when needed. By understanding the adverse consequences, we \u200ccan harness the power of \u2062social media in a\u2064 positive\u200d manner,\u200c prioritizing mental health and overall \u2064well-being.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Daily Wire Editor Emeritus Ben Shapiro criticized English singer Sam Smith for identifying as non-binary, stating that Smith&#8217;s recent public actions would benefit Donald Trump. During &#8220;The Ben Shapiro Show,&#8221; Shapiro expressed confusion about Smith&#8217;s behavior, suggesting that it was something he couldn&#8217;t comprehend<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":276,"featured_media":2192614,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/dw-wp-production.imgix.net\/2024\/03\/GettyImages-1186801358.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[541],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2192613","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-daily-wire"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/dw-wp-production.imgix.net\/2024\/03\/GettyImages-1186801358.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2192613","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/276"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2192613"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2192613\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2192614"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2192613"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2192613"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2192613"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}