Malaika unfiltered

TikTok is one of the most powerful influences on young people today. What started as a place for fun and creativity has turned into something much more serious — a platform that is quietly shaping how people think, act, and even see themselves. The biggest concern isn’t the dancing or the jokes. It’s the way TikTok rewards a certain way of thinking and punishes anything outside of it. It pushes the same values over and over: seek attention, share everything, follow trends, and stay in line with what’s popular. It doesn’t encourage self-respect, discipline, or original thought the things that actually build character. Many people, especially girls, start to believe they need to look or act a certain way just to feel seen. They base their self-worth on how many views or likes they get. And over time, they stop thinking for themselves. They repeat opinions they’ve seen online. They copy others to feel accepted. They post vulnerable content for strangers, thinking it’s a form of confidence...

In today’s world, the concept of love has become increasingly distorted—especially under the influence of social media. For many, standards have shifted from emotional depth to material value. A Birkin bag, designer labels, or expensive dinners have become symbols of affection. Somewhere along the way, love became transactional and conditional. This modern mindset pushes the idea that if a man isn’t spending a certain amount of money on you, he doesn’t care. We often hear phrases like,  “If he wanted to, he would.”  But this blanket statement overlooks a crucial truth: a good man  does  what he can within his means. Whether he’s a father, a brother, or a partner, he shows love through support, effort, and consistency,not just money. Love is not measured in pounds or possessions. It’s in the way someone listens, supports your dreams and tries—even when it’s not easy. When we equate love with luxury, we risk losing sight of the genuine acts of devotion that money can’t...