Introduction
Indifference to the environment, a manifestation of oneself in actions on the way to achieving the set goals and setting intentions, the ability to look for constructive solutions, and to perform targeted actions are the general tendencies of an active life position. It is they that are unusual for those who prefer to shift responsibility for their lives because sitting and doing nothing is the path of least resistance.
Discussion
According to Lang and Lang (2019), a passive lifestyle is characteristic of a large proportion of the population. It is driven by the need to adapt to the environment and society. The phenomenon of conformity is expressed in opportunism, often associated with rejecting one’s desires. A belief is being formed that individual opportunities are becoming unattainable, so many people postpone implementing their plans “for later,” which will never come. This approach makes personal growth impossible, but comfortable interaction with others who live in the same concept of adaptation is maintained.
The manifestation of an active life position becomes possible only in the presence of critical thinking, creative skills in finding solutions, and the formation of a readiness to act in the world actively. One of the secrets of self-realization and success is an active life position, courage of initiative, and enthusiasm to act. But for this initiative to appear, an engine is needed to start and move the personality forward. Lang and Lang (2019) note that human desires are such an engine. The power of desire is those wings behind your back that lift above all difficulties and help achieve your goals. The upbringing of an active life position begins in childhood with the participation of parents. The child is also affected by society, teachers, and external circumstances.
One of the manifestations of an active life position is art activism – a social phenomenon aimed at changing reality. This becomes relevant in the context of growing socio-political tension in the world. Civil society can use art activism to express their dissatisfaction, opinions, or aspirations to change the situation in the world. Even more popular today is media activism, associated with the incredible development of the Internet and media space, which allows the whole world to synchronize. The Internet provides access to the same topics to people from different parts of our planet, allowing them to participate in the current agenda, follow what is happening in real-time, influence the global community, find ways to solve problems and apply them in their state. Undoubtedly, as in any other form of human activity, art and media activism can lead to undesirable consequences. For example, the property of the Internet in media activism – the ability to hide and remain invisible – can be both a virtue and a disadvantage that will backfire.
Conclusion
However, art activism is an inherently peaceful and, most importantly, effective practice that allows for real change in the social system since it involves many more participants than art and politics combined.
Reference
Lang, B. and Lang, M. M. (2019). Seeing social problems: Readings on contemporary issues in the United States. Cognella, Incorporated.