October 8th 2024.
People are jumping on the latest TikTok trend of sharing their exes' voice notes. The trend involves mimicking the voice notes and posting them on the app. It has gained a lot of attention, with millions of views and thousands of people participating. Some are laughing while others are angry, but one thing is for sure- the trend is popular.
It all started when TikToker Ariella received an angry message from her ex-boyfriend, who didn't know that his words would be heard by millions. Ariella decided to share the voice note on her account, and soon, it became viral. Since then, many other users have joined in on the trend, with even some well-known TikTokers like Maci Jane and Alize Rodriguez participating.
The question that arises is, why do people share such personal and intimate messages on a public platform? This trend is just one of the many social media trends where people share their personal experiences and relationships. It seems like privacy is no longer a concern for many, and they are becoming comfortable with sharing their trauma and heartbreaks with millions of strangers.
This trend is not the first of its kind. In the past, there have been trends like "loud breakups" and "trauma salad," where people shared their worst experiences in relationships for the world to see. One of the most notable examples is when influencer Brooke Schoefield shared a series of videos dragging her ex-boyfriend for various reasons. The videos received millions of views, and Brooke accused her ex of lying, faking an accent, and more.
Therapist Susie Masterson believes that there are complex motivations behind this trend. She explains that when people go through a breakup, it's not just the loss of a relationship, but it also brings up old wounds and emotions. In these moments of emotional pain, people often turn to social media for validation and a sense of connection. However, this validation is not the same as real, in-person relationships, and it can hinder the healing process.
According to relationship coach Gemma Nice, part of the appeal of this trend is the exposure and sympathy it brings. People tend to overshare in hopes of gaining more sympathy from strangers, which gives them a sense of purpose and validation. However, it's essential to remember that this validation is shallow and doesn't replace real, meaningful relationships.
Sharing personal and intimate messages from past relationships on a public platform may bring momentary satisfaction, but it ultimately deprives individuals of the healing process. It's crucial to prioritize our mental and emotional well-being over social media validation.
People are taking part in a new TikTok trend where they share voice notes from their exes. It all started when TikToker Ariella's ex-boyfriend sent her an angry message, which she decided to lip sync to and upload on the app. This video has been viewed over 17 million times and has since sparked a viral trend with thousands of people participating.
One of the popular posts is from TikToker Maci Jane, who shared a recording of her ex crying which has gained nearly five million views. Meanwhile, another user Alize Rodriguez, who has a large following on the app, also joined in on the trend by lip syncing to a voice note from her ex trying to convince her they were still together.
It's no doubt that there is a demand for this type of content, but it also raises the question of why. Many refer to this trend as a form of "social media trauma dumping," where people share intimate and emotional moments from their relationships for the world to see. This has become a common trend on TikTok, with phrases like "loud breakups" and "trauma salad" being used to describe it.
For example, influencer Brooke Schoefield gained massive attention when she posted a series of videos dragging her ex-boyfriend Clinton Kane, accusing him of lying about his family and faking an Australian accent. This trend continued with the "trauma salad," where friends shared their worst experiences while picking different candies, before another viral relationship drama took center stage.
According to relationship and trauma therapist Susie Masterson, the motivation behind sharing these voice notes is complicated. It often stems from past emotional wounds that resurface during a breakup, making people feel triggered and looking for comfort and validation on social media.
Relationship coach Gemma Nice adds that the exposure and sympathy from a viral video can also be an attractive factor for some. However, therapist Susie reminds us that this validation is not the same as having real in-person connections and can ultimately deprive us of the healing process.
In the end, while there may be a demand for this type of content, it's important to remember the potential effects it may have on both the person sharing and the person being talked about. Privacy is also something to consider in this age of social media, where even the most intimate moments can be shared with millions of people.
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