it’s that weird period between christmas and new year again. none of us know what day it is, the bailey’s has dried up, and we’re no longer sure if it’s socially acceptable to restock more; + there’s nothing else to do but consume more internet.
as i do the latter, i’m keeping a list of what needs to go straight to (my) 2024 internet jail as i scroll.
things that need to go:
tiktok intro ‘hooks’ (‘besties’ being the most offensive)
cry-broadcasting (a non-mover)
creators with no medical background diagnosing the internet
the worlds short-form media addiction
the kardashians* (a non-mover)
silent unboxing videos + the tiktok ‘gasp’ & hand-waving-in front-of-face move that comes with it
every brand working with the same influencers
using food to market cosmetics and fashion
tiktok creator ticks
brands using ‘filler content’ (if you have nothing to say, feel free to be silent)
chatgpt apology statements & video scripts (matilda djerf…)
brands that continue to go viral despite using toxic ingredients
influencers promoting said brands
the worlds obsession with plastic (not necessarily internet related but needs to be said nonetheless)
tiktok ruining travel & restaurants
ai models
replying in the comment section “i’m going to hold your hand when i tell you this”
instagram notes
the uk’s obsession with molly mae
*although kim as nadia lee cohens’ silent muse, I’m here for
xxxx
bryony
nahhh fr though!!
also fear mongering tiktoks: "you'll have a bad week if you skip this video" etc etc
I thought we left those fear chains back in 2007 hotmail chain mail lol