What is social media validation? Is it possible to seek validation online on public entertainment platforms?

If yes, then how? Seeking validation online involves presenting a curated version of oneself, seeking likes, comments, and followers, and comparing oneself to others.

Setting unrealistic expectations and giving a boost to the feeling of inadequacy, where one seeks attention and fame, the other might even lead to self-harm and low self-esteem.

The emotional cost of comparing oneself to seemingly flawless individuals online can be devastating.

When people measure themselves against others who appear extremely fit, intelligent, or successful, it can lead to crippling self-doubt, low self-esteem, and even suicidal thoughts.

But what drives validation seekers to continue this cycle? The answer is simple: insecurities. These insecurities foster a lifetime of self-doubt, which, coupled with societal pressures, can lead to feelings of loneliness and a deep-seated need for attention.

When this attention isn't forthcoming, individuals may create their own attention-grabbing content, ironically becoming sources of insecurity and negativity for others online.

When a 12-13-year-old kid comes across such unrealistically flawless content online, it can significantly impact their self-perception and body image, leading to a distorted view of reality and an unfair description of life.

There are real cases where teenagers try to adapt to a content creator's lifestyle, making their own life a total mess and not getting the results they wished for, leaving them disheartened and thinking they are of no good.

The message here is simple: There are people online who provide real information about how life works and how things are in reality. Seek out authentic voices, be cautious of curated content, and remember that nobody posts their failures or imperfections online.