Social Bungee Edit Meaning

1.

the systematic practice of taking socially unexpected leaps 'downwards' or 'sideways' upon successful completion of an undertaken social climb. has no apparent reason and no imminent guarantee of a safe landing. practised for the sake of conducting a social experiment, sending a social message, or pure pleasure.

related to, but not to be confused with, social suicide, martyrdom and burnout.

Q: 'Have you heard John quit his job as the Director of Marketing and is now a volunteer with the Red Cross?'

A: 'Again? Does he think making us look at his social bungee jumps is funny or something?'

See social suicide, burnout, society, message, martyrdom, performance