Social media can be a double-edged sword. At its best, it allows us to connect with friends, to share things that are important to us, and to be a part of a global community. Some people have even used it to take important issues to the public. But at its worst, it’s been used to spread rumors about people, to say mean and hurtful things, to troll, and to leave anonymous comments that people would never say in person.

If you’re on social media, dare to use it for good. Talk to your followers about things that are important to you. Use it to cheer your friends on. If you’re raising money for an organization or participating in an event that benefits a good cause, talk about it on social media. Dare to make your community better by raising awareness about important things in your feed.