#SoftLife is all over your Instagram feed. Luxury brunches, designer bags, endless vacations—all presented as the ultimate goal. But behind the filters is a dangerous illusion. We’re diving into how the pressure to live a “soft life” is pushing many young Nigerians into debt, anxiety, and financial ruin.
Fake It Till You Make It… Or Until You Break
The philosophy of “faking it till you make it” is terrible financial advice. For every one person who might eventually “make it,” there are thousands…
- Maxing out credit cards for a single trip to Dubai.
- Taking out loans to buy a fake Louis Vuitton bag.
- Spending their entire salary on one fancy dinner just for the ‘gram.
The Psychology: Why We Fall For It
It’s not just about vanity. The curated perfection of social media feeds creates…
…content continues discussing mental health, financial literacy, and the difference between aspiration and delusion…
