Social Media's Shadow: Young Woman Reveals the Pressure to Perform

In a brief video posted on social media, a young woman named Cathryn, known online as cathrynakers, shared her personal experience with the pressures of social media. Filmed in her car, Cathryn candidly expresses her feelings that her online presence is primarily driven by the expectations of others, rather than her own self-expression. "Realizing everytime I gain a new follower I'm not doing it for me but for her," she states in the video, revealing the complexities of navigating online personas and external validation. The video, which has garnered modest attention, highlights a common struggle for young people on social media platforms. Cathryn's honest reflection serves as a reminder of the importance of self-awareness and authentic self-expression in the digital age.