Dunning-kruger effect

When you don't know "somethings" - you usually think you do.  This leads to over confidence, arrogance and ultimately laziness. 

when you know the reality of that "something" - it's usually too late and your out on the street. That's after giving away your resources or land or island

Distraction and your Reality

Distraction is usually used as a means to avoid facing reality.  With more means of distraction the easier that avoiding process gets.  This usually has negative effects on your quality of life