Social media is the hunting ground of millennials and post-millennials to determine their social status and gain approval from their peers. Self-validation comes from Instagram likes rather than morals and esteem. Others are able to dictate how we see ourselves by a simple "like" or "retweet". We weren't made to get approval from others; we were meant to approve ourselves.
Take a moment and look around. Close the screen and see what's really important. Go for a picnic with a good friend. Have a good conversation with someone that you usually wouldn't. Take up a new hobby. Go see the world. Don't get caught up in what doesn't matter. Love someone and know what it's like to be loved back.
Find yourself. Find your passion. Speak your mind. Find something that you value.
We look for outlets in other sources beside what really matters. Filters, captions, photos, and likes do not determine worth. Show your heart and mind. Show your personality, and people will respect you.
Validation doesn't come from a screen. It comes from how you see yourself. Look inside your heart rather than inside a computer. You are worth more.
