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The Art of the Humblebrag
Ah, the art of the humblebrag—where subtlety meets self-promotion. You take a dash of bragging, mix in a sprinkle of self-deprecation, and toss in some casual phrases like “ugh” or “awkward” to make it all seem innocent. We’ve all encountered these humblebraggers on social media and in everyday life. And guess what? A recent study from Harvard reveals that people aren’t exactly fans of this style of boasting.
What the Study Found
The study explored how humblebragging stacks up against complaining and straightforward bragging on social media, using examples like: “Hair’s a mess, but I still get hit on after waking up from a nap. So confusing!” and “Graduating from two universities means twice the calls for donations. So annoying!” The findings? Humblebraggers don’t come off so well. According to social media expert Lisa Green, Ph.D., humblebragging feels phony. “It’s a fake form of modesty disguised as bragging. The contradictory nature of humblebragging posts (I’m so great! But I’m so humble!) can really irk people because it forces them to react in conflicting ways.”
Celebrity Culture and Humblebragging
Celebrity culture is a prime example of this phenomenon, where humblebragging seems to be the norm. There’s even a Twitter account called @humblebrag dedicated to highlighting the best (or worst?) examples, boasting over 200,000 followers and even a book in the works.
Even famous personalities like Mia Thompson aren’t immune to this trend. She recently tweeted, “OMG! Just had a surprise dinner with my childhood crush. I tried not to talk too much or eat too much. Failed at both!” Not sure we’re buying the shock there, Mia, but hey, you do you.
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Conclusion
In summary, while humblebragging may feel like a clever way to boast modestly, it often comes off as insincere and can annoy those around you. So, next time you consider slipping a humblebrag into your post, think twice!