Since the proliferation of social media, inspirational content has taken on a whole new meaning. Victoria’s Secret’s lingerie angels meticulously record their fitness routines, couples quit their jobs to travel the world together, and YouTubers started sharing every meal on their channels. And most recently, the #ThatGirl trend on TikTok.
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The “That Girl” will wake up between 5 and 6 a.m., exercise, drink smoothies and write a schedule for the day or meditate before the rest of the world wakes up and drinks. cafe. She will wear the most perfectly ironed clothes and prepare herself a breakfast that is both visually beautiful and rich in nutrients.
The “That Girl” trend has attracted more and more women to videotape their work schedules during the day. This trend is causing a fever thanks to Emily Mariko, a content creator. She often shares recipes for healthy dishes as well as content about her daily lifestyle.
To become a “That Girl” on TikTok, girls need to perfect their personality. Focus on taking care of your mental health. To attract attention they need to have good aesthetics to know how to arrange a neat and bright desk and present a beautiful breakfast.
Sara Elly a content creator 19 year old living in Albuquerque USA was attracted by the positivity of a community of people who want to live better in the “That Girl” trend.
< p>21-year-old Olivia Eve Shabo from New Jersey said: “When I first saw that my TikTok algorithm had converted me to health and lifestyle content I felt less guilty about mindlessly scrolling online. awake. I like short clips that encourage me to wake up early, get up and move or complete my day’s work.”
For content creators like Sara and Olivia the “That” lifestyle Girl” helps them balance productivity and self-care. While this trend encourages discipline, it certainly does not support an “all work no pay” approach to life. “That Girl” girls spend as much time organizing their schedules and meditating as they do working.
While “That Girl” gives everyone Some people have a unique experience about social networks and new trends, some people have a completely opposite experience.
Discovering the trend ” That Girl” earlier this year, 30-year-old Aimee from Swansea “loves and hates” the trend.
“When I first saw it I felt like my life was terrible. I look at women with perfect and organized lives and I want to be one of them. I also want to be “That Girl”.
Aimee admitted that she found the content of the videos motivating her to develop herself. But at the same time, she also felt uncomfortable because she realized that “That Girl” girls do not exist in real life.
The problem with the “That Girl” trend is that it sets unrealistic standards. can be achieved. Not only is it a beauty standard, but it is also a lifestyle standard that is difficult to pursue for a long time.
Michelle Scott, a psychotherapist and eating disorders expert, said: “People often watch content like this when they’re going through a difficult time and looking for answers to their frustrations. . This can be healthy – like when we listen to music to find connection – but it becomes negative when we feel like we’re missing something in our own lives.”</ p>
Scott points out that many of the activities the “That Girl” trend encourages can be useful tools for people struggling with their mental health such as journaling and meditation .
She also points out that too many “That Girl” videos are not suitable for everyone.
24-year-old Lindy from Gloucestershine shares her views: “The excessive aesthetics in the videos made my life seem messy and messy.” Lindy said the “That Girl” videos were addictive but they made her lose confidence in her self-worth This is even worse when TikTok’s algorithms keep showing up in her searches.
Scott said: “When in emotional distress our brains will search for answers even when those answers are unhealthy. And even if those answers don’t really work for them, it can still prevent us from finding ways to process the trauma.”
Scott added that being “That Girl” means is to adhere to a rigid aesthetic style that lacks variety. “That Girl” is like a white-coated wall that shows a one-dimensional view,” said Lola, 28, from London I’m out of this trend because I think “That Girl” paints “an unrealistic portrait of personal growth”.
“You need to ask yourself what perspective you’re looking at. aesthetic aspect of the videos or looking at the broader meaning of personal values?” Scott added.
20-year-old Alex from Manchester immediately noticed the ongoing “That Girl” trend. regarding the eating disorder he once had. He said: “These videos are often related to weight loss and protesting laziness. I don’t think they promote healthy eating.”
Scott has worked with many women who struggle with eating disorders. She believes that the content of the video “That Girl ” Posting can be potentially harmful. “Social media doesn’t create eating disorders, but it does give us a model of who we want to be when we don’t feel good about ourselves,” she said.
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