Not just Thanos, this world is also full of devastating 'snaps'

Thanos, the mad Titan who snapped half the universe, has become a symbol of destructive power. But in reality, this world is full of devastating "snaps", events and actions that are just as destructive as Thanos's, if not more so.

1. "Finger snaps" from the past

Mass Extinction :

Concept : Mass extinctions are natural events or external impacts that cause a significant reduction in biodiversity on Earth in a short period of time.

Events that have occurred : The Earth has experienced five major mass extinction events in its history, including:

Ordovician-Silurian extinction event

Devonian extinction event

Permian-Triassic extinction event

Triassic-Jurassic extinction event

Cretaceous-Paleogene extinction event (death of the dinosaurs)

Consequences : Mass extinctions wiped out large numbers of species, completely changing ecosystems and creating conditions for the development of new species.

War :

Concept : War is an armed conflict between nations, factions or groups of people.

Major wars in history : The world has witnessed many bloody wars, causing serious consequences in terms of human life and property, including:

World War I

World War II

Vietnam War

Consequences : War not only takes the lives of millions of people but also destroys cities, infrastructure, and causes deep psychological scars for survivors.

Natural disasters :

Concept : Natural disasters are extreme natural phenomena that cause damage to people and property.

Common natural disasters : Earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, storms, floods, droughts...

Consequences : Natural disasters strike suddenly, sweeping away everything they touch, causing irreparable pain and loss.

2. "The snap of fingers" in modern life

Environmental pollution :

Types of pollution : Air pollution, water pollution, soil pollution...

Causes : Industrial activities, traffic, human activities.

Consequences : Environmental pollution causes diseases, reduces life expectancy, and threatens the lives of many living species.

Climate change :

Cause : Greenhouse gas emissions from human activities.

Consequences : Melting ice, rising sea levels, and increasing extreme weather (heat, drought, storms and floods).

Impact : Climate change is changing our lives, causing increasingly severe natural disasters.

Pandemic :

Diseases : Flu, HIV/AIDS, Ebola, COVID-19...

Causes : Viruses, bacteria, unhealthy lifestyle...

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Consequences : The epidemic took the lives of millions of people, causing negative impacts on the economy, society, and spirit of all humanity.

Violence and conflict :

Forms of violence : War, terrorism, domestic violence, school violence...

Cause : Conflict, dispute, inequality...

Consequences : Violence and conflict cause irreparable pain and loss to victims and their families.

3. The invisible "snap"

Poverty :

Status : Millions of people around the world still live in poverty, lack food, lack water, and lack access to education and health care.

Causes : War, natural disasters, inequality, poor economic management...

Consequences : Poverty has negative effects on the health, mental health and future of people living in poverty.

Inequality :

Types of inequality : Inequality of income, opportunity, and social status.

Cause : Unfair economic, political and social systems.

Consequences : Rising inequality creates large gaps in society, causing contradictions and conflicts.

Loneliness and depression :

Status : Modern life's fast pace, high pressure, and lack of social connection are leaving many people feeling lonely and depressed.

Causes : Work pressure, study pressure, bad social relationships...

Consequences : Loneliness and depression negatively affect mental and physical health, which can lead to negative actions.

4. What can we do?

Change perception :

Understand the problem : Realize the destructive power of invisible "snaps".

Create empathy : Understand and share with people in difficulty.

Change behavior : Be more conscious of protecting the environment, helping others, and building a better society.

Small actions, big meanings :

Environmental protection : Save energy, use environmentally friendly products, participate in environmental protection activities.

Help others : Donate, support, participate in volunteer activities.

Spread the love : Share positive stories, spread love and empathy.

Cooperation and solidarity :

Solving problems together : Cooperate and unite to solve global problems such as climate change, environmental pollution, and epidemics.

Building a strong community : Working together to build a strong community where everyone is loved, respected and helps each other.

5. Time - The Enemy That Never Forgives

Time is the most powerful and cruel factor that humans have to face. We cannot stop or control time, and this causes everything around us to change every day. Opportunities, memorable moments, even loved ones can "disappear" under the impact of time. A life lived in haste and without thinking can easily make us lose important things that we could have kept.

Time not only makes memories disappear, but also affects us. When we do not appreciate every moment, we easily get caught up in the hustle and bustle of work and life, forgetting the precious relationships and spiritual values ​​that we always cherish. What we have built in the past can fade away just because of lack of proper attention in the present.

6. Technology - When Connections Can Be Lost

Technology has developed rapidly in recent years, but along with that has come rapid changes in the way people connect and communicate. Previously, friendships and family relationships were built through direct conversations and face-to-face meetings. But now, as everything moves to a virtual environment, many real-life relationships are fading away.

With the rise of social media, it’s easy to forget that connecting through a screen can feel less intimate and warm than meeting someone in person. Plus, a click of the “unfriend” or “block” button can end a relationship without ever leaving real life. Technology makes it easy for people to overlook things that seem so important, and disappear in short bursts of interaction.

7. Emotions - When Trust and Love Are Easily Lost

Human emotions are extremely fragile. Negative emotions such as anger, frustration or anxiety can cause us to lose important values ​​in life. Just a "snap" of impatience, hatred or insecurity can wipe out all the good relationships, the trust and affection we have worked so hard to build.

More than once, we find ourselves on the brink of major changes in our relationships, all because of temporary emotions. Hasty decisions can lead to irreversible destruction, like what Thanos did to the universe. But instead of total destruction, this disappearance only happens during the darkest moments of each person's life.

8. Money and Wealth - When the Material World Disappears in the Blink of an Eye

Money and wealth have always been a major determinant of the quality of life. But as we have seen in financial crises and natural disasters, everything can disappear in the blink of an eye. Wealth can quickly turn into poverty when we do not know how to preserve and manage our assets.

An accident, a sudden change in the economy, or a bad decision can cost you everything you have accumulated throughout your life. The material things may disappear, but the spiritual values ​​and lessons we learn from this loss will always be with us.

9. Forgetting - When Important Things Become Blurred

Another factor that we need to face is forgetfulness. We easily forget good memories, valuable lessons from the past or even loved ones in life when there is no longer proper connection and care. Forgetfulness is not only a loss of memory but can also be aWe live in a busy world with so much to do, but if we don't appreciate and remember the important things, these spiritual values ​​can gradually "disappear". Relationships and memorable memories can be swept away by time and daily worries.

10. Conclusion

Not only in the Marvel universe, but also in real life, we have to face invisible "thanos" that can make everything disappear. From time, technology, emotions, money to forgetfulness, all can make what we own become dim and disappear unexpectedly. Therefore, we need to learn to appreciate and preserve the important values ​​in life, so as not to regret when those things are no longer there.