The tragic death of Morgan Spurlock...yeah? Really? That’s not the only “tragedy”.

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The Misuse of the Word "Tragedy" and the Deification of Ordinary People

Hello, Earnest Mann here! In today's episode, I'm addressing a critical issue: the misuse of the word "tragedy" and the deification of ordinary people. I thank the creators of the background video for their excellent work, which you can find linked below. Now, let's get into the heart of the matter.

Defining Tragedy: What It Truly Means

We need to agree on the definitions of the words we use to communicate effectively. The constant misuse of "tragedy" when referring to the predictable outcomes of poor choices, like chronic drinking, is misleading. I discuss how Morgan Spurlock, despite his achievements, was not a hero but a flawed individual who succumbed to his choices. His passing at 53, largely due to his prolonged drinking problem, is sad but not a tragedy in the true sense of the word.

The Deification Problem: Stop Idolizing Ordinary Lives

Another issue is the deification of ordinary people. When celebrities or public figures die, they are often described as tragic losses, even when their deaths result from predictable behaviors. I share personal anecdotes to illustrate what genuine tragedies are, such as unforeseen accidents that claim innocent lives. We must reserve the term "tragedy" for truly unexpected and devastating events, not the foreseeable consequences of personal choices.

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