Susan Sontag s View On Self Esteem - 1445 Words

When we snap a picture, the goal is to either share what we are experiencing or to preserve a memory. Many take pictures of beautiful scenarios or moments without actually enjoying them due to being so focused on taking the perfect picture. Others take pictures in order to cope with low self-esteem. No matter what the motive is behind a picture , good or bad, they all have one thing in common-- they tell a story. Susan Sontag argues that taking pictures is used in a way to defend against anxiety and also to gain power. I agree with Sontag’s claim and believe that pictures are also used in a way to manipulate society and also to inform the people of what is happening across the world. Sontag’s argument is agreeable because, images broadcasted throughout social media and television control the way the people act and think. One way pictures are used by the people is to cope with anxiety. If someone has a low self-esteem or does not really have self confidence; taking pictu res can help that individual feel more comfortable about themselves by using specific filters or photo editing. On snapchat one can chose from various filters to make yourself look different. We have all had a case where we get an unwanted pimple. With these filters it will make it seem like the blemish is not present. According to Susan Miner, a psychological professor and counselor states in her article, â€Å"So if you are in the midst of depression or anxiety, it’s not a bad thing... [to] use a tool that is