Our Silent Complicity: How Society Normalised Predation

I tried recording this video like 5 times, and I'm still not happy with the audio quality 😕 Dammit 😭😭😭
This video essay explores the normalization of harmful behaviors in modern society, sparked by the Balenciaga controversy. It delves into how media, language, and cultural norms often blur boundaries, discusses the impacts of social media on youth, and critiques power imbalances in age-gap relationships. The essay calls for accountability, awareness, and stronger protections to ensure a safer, more respectful world for young people.

00:00 Introduction
01:14 The Normalisation of Harmful Behaviours
02:53 Understanding Harmful Attractions & Behaviours
04:43 Media & Cultural Impacts
08:24 Reevaluating Age Gaps in Relationships
10:14 The Role of Accountability
11:01 What Needs to Change
11:39 Final Thoughts