https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6HZHMXLmEQ

Why Are People So Nasty and Mean Today

People aren’t becoming cruel out of nowhere. Much of the meanness we see today comes from emotional overload, chronic stress, and living in a culture that rewards outrage and reactivity.

This video looks at why irritation, contempt, and hostility feel so common right now, and why those behaviors are often signs of dysregulation rather than inherent malice. Understanding the psychology behind it doesn’t excuse the behavior, but it does help us respond with clarity instead of reflexive defensiveness.