The internet has completely changed how we see ourselves and the people around us. All of our Instagram feeds have become curated to show us the best moments, while in reality they’re made of multiple photos taken at different times.
This idea that perfection exists is a death trap and can destroy your mental health. Think about it: when you look at someone’s social media feed and they seem so happy, so successful, and so perfect, it makes you feel like you’re not as good as them. It takes a toll on your self-esteem and can lead to low mood or depression.
We all do it: We compare ourselves to others we see online whether they’re in our friend groups or even celebrities that we follow on Instagram. The problem with this tendency is that we never get the full picture about who these people are or what their lives are really like behind a digital facade of perfection.
Here’s a glimpse of reality and what goes on behind the camera…
