North Star Stories
North Star StoriesStory 26 min

Authenticity

The Like Trap

Social media, comparison & authenticity

Late-night scrollComparison

Ava was scrolling late again. Friends in new outfits, concerts, trips she couldn’t afford. Every post felt like proof that everyone else was living a better life. She had been saving for months for a camera she actually loved — but tonight the pull was strong.

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