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So why do we do this? Why do we continue to feed the machine, even knowing it was created to exploit us?

Because deep down, we're looking for confirmation that we're cooler than others. That we're more interesting. That we're winning the race.

Every post is a comparison. Every story is proof. Every like is a vote confirming that, yes, you're ahead, you're doing better, you're worthy of attention.

A concert isn't about the music, it's about proving you have access to events that others don't. A video from the audience isn't about fitness, it's about proving your discipline compared to those stuck at home. Vacation photos aren't about relaxation, it's about proving your life is more vibrant than those scrolling through your feed.

Social media has turned life into a performance review. And ever since, we've been chasing a good grade.

But there are no judges. There is no final score. At the end of your life, there will be no commission to review your Instagram feed and decide whether you lived your life wisely.

You're participating in a competition that doesn't exist, trying to impress people who aren't paying attention, collecting points that mean nothing.