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‘What a privilege … ’ trend catches on as gratitude makes social media comeback

‘What a privilege … ’ trend catches on as gratitude makes social media comeback



Posts lauding anything from running in the rain to tiredness and a comfy bed are springing up on Instagram and TikTok“What a privilege it is to run in the rain. What a privilege it is to have a house I need to clean.” Social media is usually criticised for being a toxic space, but an emerging trend is pushing back against negativity with gratitude.Posts entitled “What a privilege” feature everything from images of cosy beds (What a privilege it is to be exhausted after a long day) to videos of travelling (What a privilege it is to carry a heavy bag) to kitchen hobs (What a privilege it is to think about what to make for dinner everyday) have sprung up on Instagram and TikTok. Continue reading…



Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/media/2024/nov/02/what-a-privilege-trend-catches-on-as-gratitude-makes-social-media-comeback

Author : Chloe Mac Donnell

Publish date : 2024-11-02 06:00:08

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