At school and on the internet, stories such as "It seems like it" and "I heard that" are often spread. It's easy to feel anxious about such things, and sometimes you find yourself wanting to tell someone about them.
Rumors and facts are not the same, and learning to separate them makes it easier to stay calm around information.
What I heard is still not true
Just because someone has said it or someone has seen it, we don't know if it's really true. Sometimes there are misunderstandings and assumptions involved.
To get closer to the facts, you need to look for original information and solid explanations.
It is also important not to spread it too quickly.
If you spread a rumor as it is, the false story may become bigger. It can also hurt people.
Therefore, the more interesting a story is, the more important it is to have the ability to think, "I don't understand it yet."
If you hear something that sounds like a rumor, don't tell anyone right away, but stop and think about whether it's true.
At Digital Kodomo BASE, we value accuracy more than the fun of the story. Separating facts from rumors is a powerful way to protect yourself and others.