At that point, why even buy the clothes? Influencers will just post the video of the mockup on social media, which is the only reason they were considering it in the first place. Save themselves the foot fungus.
Then take the next step. Why even spend money going out? Generate a video of yourself with fake friends at a party and post that, while eating ice cream alone at home.
I was criticising and making a joke prediction about the practice, not suggesting you actually do it.
I agree with you regarding online validation. I would even go so far as saying that depending on online validation or fame in general for happiness is unhealthy and anyone who does should make it a priority to find alternative sources.
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Then take the next step. Why even spend money going out? Generate a video of yourself with fake friends at a party and post that, while eating ice cream alone at home.