Instagram’s CEO recently announced that as of last week the platform will be testing out hiding “likes” on users instagram posts. According to instagram this is to create a “less pressurized environment where people feel comfortable expressing themselves.” [source] I’m all…
Are Cohesive Instagram Aesthetics Officially Out of Fashion?
I recently read this article about instagram in The Atlantic. The article talks about about how having an aesthetically pleasing, curated, instagram feed is officially out of fashion. It explains that younger influencers are moving towards a messier, less filtered vibe…
4 Tips For Having A More Mindful Relationship with Social Media
I have a love / hate relationship with social media. Obviously there’s lots that I love about social media and in particular instagram: I love the people I’ve met thanks to instagram! I’m SO grateful for the career opportunities I’ve had…
Hacks I Use to Edit My Instagram Photos
A few weeks ago I chatted about creating an instagram aesthetic and why that’s super important these days. On that same topic I wanted to chitchat today about editing your photos for instagram. Everyone has their own method — I know…
I Gave Up Instagram For 72 Hours — here’s what happened
Okay, okay 72-hours doesn’t sound like a ton of time, but for me it’s HUGE. Friday morning I woke up at 6AM for my workout, as usual. After turning my cellphone alarm off my thumb went towards the instagram app. I…