Are you afraid of being left out? This is a human trait. However, it seems that with the rise of social media, people are increasingly afraid of not belonging. Social media users paint a polished picture of their lives. How do you defend yourself against this enormous social coercion?
Count your blessings!
If you think that you will always be disadvantaged, you are much more likely to think that you are missing out on something. Make a list of the things that really matter in your life. Hang this in a clearly visible place. Count your blessings, so to speak. Are you healthy? Are you not in pain? Are you blessed with a sweet partner and healthy children? Do you have a roof over your head? Can you afford gas, water and electricity? Can you pay all the bills and not have to fear the bailiff? A frugal life with peace of mind has its advantages. The value of health and love cannot be expressed in money. Peace of mind also contributes greatly to a comfortable life.
Uncertainty breeds frustration
If you have a lot of self-confidence, you are much less susceptible to the signals that advertisements send. Marketers benefit most from insecure people. For example, people who are insecure about their weight can earn much more money than people who are satisfied with their own dimensions. Cherish your body: you will need it for years to come! There are only a few people in the world who meet the ideal of beauty. The photos of these models are often also edited so that people are presented with an unrealistic image of beauty. In addition, it is a daily task for the models to maintain their appearance. So it’s just their job. You probably have another talent with which you earn your money.
Fashion
If you want to look a bit hip, you don’t have to pay the top price. Don’t replace your entire wardrobe every year. Choose a few fashion-sensitive accessories and a few trendy t-shirts or sweaters. Leave the rest as it is. For trousers and shoes it is best to choose basics and quality. So go for decent shoes, sandals or boots. Please note that you can have the soles resoled by a shoemaker. Not all shoes (even from more expensive brands) are designed for a long life. Then you can always buy a pair of cheap fashion shoes or summer slippers for the beach. You know which trousers suit you best. The fashion-sensitive trousers generally do not flatter everyone. Just think of the harem pants that were fashionable for a while.
Kicking the habit of social media
The media and social media are ideal tools to fuel dissatisfaction. You don’t usually see ,ordinary, people on TV. In general, the excesses are shown. Either the extremely poor are shown, or the extremely rich. As a result, the viewer is not presented with a realistic image. How often do you really see Jan Modaal on TV, who is satisfied with what he has? In addition, all ,fun, things are shown on social media. Of course, you don’t publicize a failure. Social media is often used to brag. Take a deep look into your heart: Are you always checking email, Facebook notifications, and texting? Are you afraid of being left out? There is an effective medicine to become more satisfied: moderate use of social media!