Realness Revealed
As a young, introverted homebody, I'm pretty active on social media, where I find comfort in all sorts of interesting content. I often watch like 3-5 vids of these super talented influencers, straight outta a fashion mag, which sometimes makes me feel like I'm living in a different universe from them. But then I stumble upon videos of regular folks, just like you and me, showing their unfiltered daily lives: a girl doing a makeup tutorial showing off her unshaved armpits, a dude living in a modest setup but still rocking his passion for styling with what he's got, or even a girl going solo for activities like picnics or camping. Those vids seem to be a subtle reminder of a reality we often dodge, hinting that real life, imperfect as it is, can still be beautiful.
In a way, those videos made me realize the beauty around us and encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone. I mean, I used to never dare to sit alone at a restaurant or café, always opting for takeout, but now I allow myself a good half hour or two at a café, just soaking in the vibe with my sketchbook by my side.