I want to remind you that YOU are your own expert. If social media wasn’t overwhelming enough, now we have AI telling us what to eat, when to sleep, what to avoid, what to wear, and more. Don’t get me wrong; I appreciate AI and social media, but I’m tired of everyone constantly barking at me.

I enjoy reading about people’s journeys and think sharing what works for you personally is fantastic. I have learned so much from following others. However, I do not appreciate the fear-mongering—the act of exploiting feelings of fear through exaggerated rumors of impending danger, usually for personal gain.

This time of year, many people start thinking about making changes, myself included. As a result, the internet will be filled with individuals promoting all of the above. I want to remind you that you truly know yourself best. What works for one person may not work for you, and what is effective for you could be a complete flop for someone else. Trust your instincts, be your own expert, and unfollow those accounts that relentlessly preach at you.

PS: Wait crap, does this post make me “one of those people?”