how to enjoy stanning (any kpop group)
1. Stay away from Twitter and tiktok.
Twitter is known for fanwars, all sorts of drama within the fandom as well, akgae fights, the most vicious and hateful comments targeted towards the artist.
Tiktok is one big misinformation machine. They spread all sorts of misinformation out of context and it’s an echo chamber where people don’t care to fact-check and start problems.
2. On that note, tumblr has a more stress-free, drama free fan interaction
Mainly gifs, fanarts, moodboard, fanfics, etc. you might not know the latest hashtag trending and “apologize to ___” or which fandom is fighting over what. But without those gossips, you can curate your feed however you like without those drama popping up on your timeline.
3. Focus on watching the artist content
There are plenty youtube content to watch. I’m still behind on skz-talker. V-lives, live performances, behind the scenes, interviews, etc. rather than consuming short clips fans made and people fighting about those videos, maybe it’s better to go directly to those videos and leave positive comments/feedback.
4. Steer away from competition and numbers
Kpop fans get so competitive about number of views, awards, albums, hitting the new record, etc. of course wanting to support your group is not bad! But often, people use this to flex during fanwars and call another group “flop.” Maybe we can listen to music to enjoy them, watch mv cuz we appreciate the art, and buy albums because we genuinely want to without the pressure for the “next record.”
5. Lastly, have other hobbies in your life
I know hyunjin also mentioned this to stays, to have other hobbies other than stray kids. I think this applies to all other kpop fans. Sometimes people get so invested in their group that their whole identity is based on that group (which is why they get the satisfaction boosting about their numbers and calling others “flops.”) have at least one another hobby than stanning kpop. It can be as simple as going on a daily walk, reading a book, learning a dance, baking, whatever it is. This would make us be less invested in fanwars or rumors.
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