Tran Dang Dang Khoa: Do your job well, don't compete online to 'show off'

Tran Dang Dang Khoa is stopping in Bali (Indonesia) on his journey around the world by car - Photo: Facebook character

Regarding this issue, Tuoi Tre Online had an interview with Mr. Tran Dang Dang Khoa (from Tien Giang ) - the first Vietnamese person to travel across 5 continents by motorbike, and he is currently on a journey around the world by car.

According to Mr. Khoa, social network users should only care about their own business and should not get involved or argue too deeply about matters that are not related to or directly affect them.

Expressing your ego online, what's the point?

* Hello Mr. Khoa. As someone who often uses social media platforms and has a high level of interaction, do you notice that many people nowadays seem to be too hot-tempered and hasty when it comes to cursing online, regardless of whether it is their business or not?

- Before the Internet, whether something was good or bad, right or wrong, only a small group of people knew about it. Since the Internet boom, no matter what issue was posted online, the story would spread everywhere, without being verified, but many people still cursed it all over social networks.

There are many people who want to be different, attract attention, they often say the opposite of what has been proven, or like to participate in things that have nothing to do with them to express their voice in society. That could be a way for them to rise a little on social networks, or simply like to curse to relieve their hatred.

I have experienced being attacked on social media in some cases. For example, a group administrator took an article about me to complain and posted it on their group without citing the source. Many people thought I did it myself and cursed me a lot, but in reality, I was just a character in the interview.

Social networks are often likened to a double-edged sword - Illustration: UNSPLASH

* According to Khoa, why do many people, especially young people, get angry just by going online? After online arguments due to lack of composure, what will be the consequences for both sides?

- Sometimes young people who don't have much experience just think that they can say whatever they want, then curse and that's it, but they don't know that their actions can have consequences.

The proof is that many people go online to badmouth companies or curse other people. When applying for a job, if the employer finds out that this person often has bad behavior online, no one will want to hire them.

In addition, this person's friends or colleagues will also feel uncomfortable and not want to contact or work with them.

Don't think that social networks are virtual so you can say whatever you want online. It's a different space, but not separate from real life.

Many teenagers spend a lot of time on social networks and like to express themselves online impulsively, which can be understood as personality and also because of their young age. But the funny thing is that some people are older and mature, but their way of talking and behaving still shows impulsive personality, getting angry and challenging each other online.

It is normal to have a collision on the street when there is a lot of traffic, but some people choose to make a big deal out of it, quarrel and fight. Many people nowadays often have a problem with their ego, afraid of being judged by society, so they always have to express themselves in words and actions from social networks to real life.

* People who have met Khoa find him to be a very calm person, turning big things into small things. But when he was younger, did he think he was hot-tempered, did he ever react hastily to a conflict?

- When I was young, I was also hot-tempered. But when I was young or a little older, social media was not as strong as it is now, so my hot temper did not have a chance to explode online. Now that I am middle-aged and have gone through many things, I can control my hot temper.

But this also depends on each person’s personality. I only believe in what I have witnessed through my travels, or in life, and understand it. I choose to listen and debate if necessary with people who are better and more knowledgeable than me in a certain field.

For example, when it comes to traveling , I usually only listen to those who have been there, traveled a lot and know more than me. The rest have no need to argue with opposing opinions, want to cause trouble or lead me into endless debates with knowledge that they have only heard somewhere but have no experience.

Don't turn social media into a place of violence and risk

Tran Dang Dang Khoa: Long trips help me understand that each person will always have their own point of view - Photo: Character's Facebook

* How have long trips, meeting many strangers and having many conflicts helped Khoa become calmer?

- Through many long trips and experiences, I know that each person will always have their own point of view.

Thoughts and actions will be shaped by the living environment, culture, and people they come into contact with, so I think it's normal and I respect those differences.

I learned that happiness in life is when you come home after a day, sit in your own car, in your own space, and only care about your own business. As for things that are not related or directly affect your life and interests, then don't pay attention.

Respect the differences in thoughts and opinions of others. When something happens online, we should just quietly observe and verify it later, we should not get involved or argue too much.

* What advice do you have for staying calm when using social media?

- Spend less time online, say what needs to be said and share positive, happy values ​​because social networks are full of negativity. Don't argue if you don't know the topic well, to avoid unnecessary arguments. We are real people, so there is no need to waste time arguing with people hiding behind a fake account with the purpose of aggression, attack, and then no one knows who they are.

Reading the book Good, Evil and Smartphone by author Dang Hoang Giang, I also sympathize. Participating in social networks will have to accept it as a part of the game, with positive and negative. But if you know how to use it properly to serve work and entertainment needs, you will feel comfortable.

* Does Khoa have any principles for himself when using social networks?

- It's not really a principle, but I don't argue with people who I think don't understand the issue or the matter is not related to me. Basically, I don't argue online, I only discuss things privately, and I don't bring my problems to everyone to solve.

Personally, when I use social networks, I see it as a place to spread positive energy, good knowledge, and bring interesting and joyful things to everyone, not a place to argue and fight with each other.

I only follow groups or friends who are experts and knowledgeable in the field I am interested in. When it comes to hot news on social networks, I only participate in issues that are constructive and discussion-oriented. As for stories that are posted to put down, curse, or label each other, I should skip them, because paying attention will not benefit you or lead you anywhere.

Do you have any rules for yourself when using social networks? Please share your secrets and stories or those of your friends and relatives to spread positive lifestyles and become wise users on the Internet. Please send your email to tto@tuoitre.com.vn. Tuoi Tre Online thanks you.

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