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Post by crimsoncat05 on Nov 12, 2018 15:51:12 GMT
blech!! Anything that talks about "how to live with passion and hustle — " is a big, fat NO!! in my book. I don’t really understand influencers for the most part, some come across quite genuine and seem to share things they actually love and others just shill the same Nordstrom anniversary sale items as every other shill on IG. me, neither. I don't follow anyone like that on Instagram, at all. Some of them just make me laugh, it's so obvious-- like Amy Tan and her 'strategically-placed' Popsicle box next to the pool... or all the 'jumping up in the air' photos that are obviously fake.
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Post by 950nancy on Nov 12, 2018 16:01:08 GMT
blech!! Anything that talks about "how to live with passion and hustle — " is a big, fat NO!! in my book. I don’t really understand influencers for the most part, some come across quite genuine and seem to share things they actually love and others just shill the same Nordstrom anniversary sale items as every other shill on IG. me, neither. I don't follow anyone like that on Instagram, at all. Some of them just make me laugh, it's so obvious-- like Amy Tan and her 'strategically-placed' Popsicle box next to the pool... or all the 'jumping up in the air' photos that are obviously fake. Wait, your family just doesn't spontaneously jump in the air while on the beach? Clearly you are traveling with the wrong family. .
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Nov 12, 2018 16:38:52 GMT
another thought, now that I'm almost done reading the article... is this kind of thing ever marketed to men? or is it just us women who are susceptible to being told we're doing too much, putting ourselves last, etc.? It doesn't seem like men ever buy into the thought that they need inspirational quotes, or people telling them they're not focusing on the 'correct' things (whatever those are); do they?
ETA: I do follow ONE person on Instagram who might be seen as a social media 'influencer' but I don't see her like that-- Mary Engelbreit. Her artwork does have quotes on, and I like the quotes, but I also like her artwork. And she doesn't influence my life in any way, other than liking cuteness.
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Post by brina on Nov 12, 2018 16:46:55 GMT
I will add her to the list of people I ignore:
Pioneer Woman Elizabeth Gilbert Glennon Doyle
All the same ilk - privileged woman trying to tell you how to be like them and have you pay for the opportunity
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Post by craftykitten on Nov 12, 2018 17:02:16 GMT
another thought, now that I'm almost done reading the article... is this kind of thing ever marketed to men? or is it just us women who are susceptible to being told we're doing too much, putting ourselves last, etc.? It doesn't seem like men ever buy into the thought that they need inspirational quotes, or people telling them they're not focusing on the 'correct' things (whatever those are); do they? ETA: I do follow ONE person on Instagram who might be seen as a social media 'influencer' but I don't see her like that-- Mary Engelbreit. Her artwork does have quotes on, and I like the quotes, but I also like her artwork. And she doesn't influence my life in any way, other than liking cuteness. Always women I follow Mary Englebreit too, but I don't consider her an 'influencer' in the same way. The things she promotes are her own products (that she's created)...she doesn't do advertising posts like her new collaborative range of loo roll or whatever. I follow loads of people on social media and I enjoy all their posts for different reasons. I like to think I'm aware enough to recognise manipulation or 'faked' images. I don't take it too seriously and I'm confident enough in myself to not let it make me feel inadequate or ugly. But there are a lot of people (including me on vulnerable days!) who don't have the awareness or strength, and it can absolutely make them feel worse. I haven't heard of Rachel Hollis but I try and avoid that type of 'influencer'. I don't like people who tell me how to live. I don't like being told that I can change my life if I just change my mindset. I don't like people who are (inevitably) exposed as being hypocritical. I like people who share all aspects of their life and realities. I like people who recognise and overcome challenges. I like people who share their creativity.
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Post by Belle on Nov 12, 2018 18:10:02 GMT
another thought, now that I'm almost done reading the article... is this kind of thing ever marketed to men? or is it just us women who are susceptible to being told we're doing too much, putting ourselves last, etc.? It doesn't seem like men ever buy into the thought that they need inspirational quotes, or people telling them they're not focusing on the 'correct' things (whatever those are); do they? ETA: I do follow ONE person on Instagram who might be seen as a social media 'influencer' but I don't see her like that-- Mary Engelbreit. Her artwork does have quotes on, and I like the quotes, but I also like her artwork. And she doesn't influence my life in any way, other than liking cuteness. Not sure if this is exactly the same thing but what about guys like Tim Ferris or Tony Robbins? They seem like they appeal more to men and have all the answers. Had no idea I could follow Mary Engelbreit on Instagram. I love her!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 13, 2018 1:13:07 GMT
This is a copy of her last email. Don't agree?That's fine. But I don't think she's offensive. Encouraging people to set goals...She may not be for everyone but I've heard worse. Guys...I am really excited about this weeks 90-day theme! 🙌🏼 Because this is something that I think we ALL have trouble with *cue the drum roll* OTHER PEOPLE'S OPINIONS. So let's be real here if you say that you "don't care at all about other people's opinions" well I'm calling you out sis, because we have all cared at some point, or felt insecure, or unworthy based off someone's opinion. Think about it... are you chasing those dreams now for yourself? Do you have goals written down that you know aren't for you because those goals are to make other people in your life happy? I'm here to tell you that someone else’s opinion of you is NONE of your business. You’re afraid to move forward because of what he might think or what she might say or what your in-laws think. That fear will keep you small, will keep you second-guessing yourself, will keep you from living into exactly who your creator made you to be! The next time you find yourself second-guessing because of what “they think” remind yourself of this quote. So guys, say it with me: someone else’s opinion of me is NONE of my business. We HAVE to let go of this feeling that we need to make everyone happy or that we need to change who we are to satisfy someone else. I'm talking to all my fellow recovering people pleasers... stop worrying about it. Stop thinking about it. Stop letting their opinion shape your perception. And I'm going to be honest, that this is something that I have struggled with for years but guess what. I promise that once you let go of caring about what other's think of you, you'll be able to chase those dreams that are in your heart and be the best version of yourself. No wonder all the MLM conferences pay her big bucks to keynote for them. She's telling people to overcome their natural, normal (and in most cases, correct) reticence to try to shill yet another diet drink, make-up, jewelry, leggings "opportunity" to their beleagured family members, school parents, church friends, etc. "Hey guys, set goals (set by your upline) and don't worry about badgering your family/friends. Don't worry about their opinion. Their opinion means nothing! Call, call, call! #SquadGoals!"
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