Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a terrible disease
which causes one to have lack of control over their body; the disease can
eventually lead to death. Having ALS isn't anyone’s cup of tea and makes hell
seem like a better option. Fortunately, the ice bucket challenge has raised millions
from celebrities and every other John Doe. Whoever is nominated is required to
empty a bucket of ice water over themselves (yes, willingly!), and thereafter
donate and nominate. Regarding the nominating aspect it is vastly viral, especially
amongst teenagers.
Now, since this charitable act is so infamous,
why am I still promoting it? Well, I'm not. Although the ice bucket challenge
raises awareness of a life taking disease – water should not be wasted in the
process.
1.1 BILLION PEOPLE DO NOT
HAVE ACCESS TO CLEAN DRINKING WATER
Despite the fact it is for a good cause, we
should not be taking water for granted. Let’s stop being naïve and face the
fact that not everyone’s life is a fairytale. Not everyone’s rainbow has a pot
of gold.
Another problem apart from a waste of water is
that plenty of people are only videoing themselves getting soaked, solely for
attention on social media. Are your instagram followers more valuable than
paying money to charity? How do close your eyes peacefully each night, knowing
that you’re simply deceiving everyone – and letting down sufferers of ALS,
desperately in need of your aid.
Even if you are a callous, self-centred person with a heart made of ice
(pun not intended), think of yourself. Reports reiterate that sudden exposure
to extreme cold can be detrimental to your health. Possibly, you could suffer
of hypothermia, frostbite, or shock- this is significant for people with breathing
problems like asthma.
Essentially, your nomination could do more harm than it can do well. All
I'm asking is for you to think, before you act…
