All That GlittersIt’s that time of the year again—bright lights, festive cheer, endless shopping sprees—slowly drifting into a calmer, holiday season. A time for celebration, reflection, and togetherness.
But along with the festivities comes a surge in social media activity. Beautiful, curated pictures flood our feeds—families laughing together, couples in love, adorable pets, breathtaking vacations, and perfectly decorated homes. It’s easy to look at these snapshots and think: Everyone else has it all together.
If you’re going through a tough time, these polished posts can trigger feelings of inadequacy. Am I the only one struggling? Why does everyone else seem so happy? Why do my relationships feel so complicated?
Pause. Breathe. And remember this golden truth: All that glitters is not gold.
Social media thrives on the illusion of perfection. It pushes us to put our happiest, most enviable moments on display, creating a highlight reel that rarely tells the full story.
Think about the heartbreaking cases we’ve seen—successful people, models, actors—who seemed to have it all, yet within hours of posting glamorous pictures, their tragic realities came to light. Their carefully crafted online personas masked deep struggles. It’s a sobering reminder that what we see on social media is rarely the full picture.
The pressure to appear happy, accomplished, and “perfect” can make us feel like we’re falling behind. But life isn’t a competition, and happiness isn’t measured by likes or follows. True joy often lies in the moments that don’t make it to social media—the quiet conversations, the personal wins, the simple things that bring peace to your heart.
So, if scrolling ever makes you feel ‘less than,’ step away. Reconnect with yourself. Find joy in the real world, in real people, and in real moments. Because at the end of the day, real happiness isn’t filtered, edited, or performed.
And social media? More often than not, it’s just photoshopped glitter. 😉
Love & Light,
Akancha
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