Too Much Cynicism Out There?

For as long as I can remember it was always easier to criticize than to compliment. As a comedian in today's world it is definitely easier with the former but at least we attempt to come to a conclusion with a punch line instead of just doing nothing about it. But seriously are there times you find yourself getting way too much information and it seems like the world is doing much more than just going through an environmental meltdown? I think part of the reason the planet is slowly heating up is because its occupants are also experiencing a meltdown of their own. I don't know why exactly but I am guessing it's partly because of the current status in our economy (at least here in the USA) coupled with their own fears on what really lies ahead both in their own personal lives and those directly influencing them who they rely on for answers. I think that's why those in authoritative positions fall harder (when they contradict themselves) than others thus the cynicism that comes with it. When one particular segment of the populous puts themselves in a holier-than-thou position as the barometer of everything that is pure (AKA 'Family Values,' 'Promise Keepers') and then does the opposite than they become open targets for not practicing what they supposedly are preaching and then cynicism takes place as a way to try and find an answer. As a comedian we take these nuggets of knowledge, dissect the content and then turn it around as a way to point the finger in the other direction to those who tried to tell us (me) what to do in order to be a better individual that reflected what their religion or belief system taught them. That's why it's never a good idea to pass judgement on someone else because ultimately it's going to come back and shine a rather bright spotlight on the one holding themselves up to a higher standard. More to follow....