Wellness Influencer Shares Poignant Advice for Young Adults: "You Cannot Hate Yourself into a Version That You Love"

Los Angeles-based wellness influencer Holly Brooks recently shared a poignant video reflecting on her early twenties and offering valuable advice to her younger self. The video, uploaded on May 23rd, 2025, quickly gained traction, accumulating over 50,000 views in less than 24 hours. Brooks, founder of the Strong Girl Society, candidly discusses her past struggles with self-loathing and the creation of unsustainable wellness plans. "I spent so much time and energy absolutely loathing the person that I was," she admits in the video. This led her to create restrictive regimes that she ultimately found unenjoyable and unsustainable. The turning point, she explains, was when she shifted her focus to building routines she genuinely enjoyed. "I started to listen to what I enjoyed, think about what I wanted, and I built regimes with love and with sustainability in mind." This approach, she says, led to a more positive and sustainable relationship with her well-being. The video resonates with many young adults struggling with similar issues, highlighting the importance of self-compassion and sustainable lifestyle choices.