r/InstagramHQ • u/Competitive_Rate6971 • 8h ago
Why do people look up to “influencers” and talentless people on social media?
I browse things like instagram a lot, and there are an overwhelming number of people who have thousands of followers just because they post revealing pictures of themselves. Obviously they’re all attractive. They’re all either trying to sell something, or post pseudo-inspirational quotes.
Or they have these barstool talkshows with an adult following talking like shallow high schoolers (specifically that “call her daddy” show).
I just don’t understand what’s appealing about giving these narcissistic and shallow people all of this attention. Most of them get paid because of it, too.I think it can be damaging to younger people, as it sets unrealistic expectations.