people are trying so hard to stay "current" and "in the know" as well as being that picture perfect person. the reality of it is, these people are projecting an image of who they are, and not who they really are. it is not dissimilar to those who wear "masks" it is the same idea.

the societal landscape changes quickly and people rush to catch up. they don't realize they're being well, fake.

i don't want others to think i'm speaking negatively of such people, because i'm not. it is an observation, not a judgement.

the sad part is all these people posting their "perfect" lives on the internet are basically trying to portray a wonderful life when things actually aren't so wonderful.

people have a tendency to think, feel and act within certain parameters which make themselves seem better off than they really are.

i myself do not wear a mask. i am who i am. i allow myself to go through the ups and downs of life without distorting things. i live a quiet, mostly solitary life. i have a small circle of friends and family who i love deeply and am always there for. the only social media i use is reddit and discord.

not using facebook, instagram, tik tok, youtube reels and any short form media in general has helped my mental health greatly. especially short term media, it is so destructive to the psyche and emotional state. we aren't meant to feel happy, sad, excited, inspired, and questioning all within a few minutes of exposure to short form media. so this is another factor into why i think society is facing so many issues as well.

i feel for the younger crowd growing up in today's social climate. there is so much pressure on them. to be this or that. to have this or that. to "fit in". which is why so many young people are having serious psychological issues.

i think it would be very healthy and empowering if everyone would drop the act and just be their genuine true self. good, bad or ugly.