How yall morally superior alts sound trying to one up everyone else (watch entire thing)

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The video likely resonated due to its relatable critique of performative activism and perceived elitism within subcultures, using humor and sarcasm to address common frustrations about accessibility and privilege.

Summary

The creator humorously critiques the "morally superior" alt community by sarcastically suggesting that even basic necessities like food and transportation are unattainable for many, implying that not everyone can afford or has the time for extensive DIY or ethical sourcing. The video highlights the privilege often associated with certain alternative lifestyle choices.

Structure

1Introduction of a store-bought chain
2Critique of not DIYing everything
3Discussion of financial and time constraints
4Sarcastic comparison of ethical sourcing to basic needs
5Accusation of being a poser for not meeting high ethical standards
6Concluding statement about judging others despite unknown circumstances

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How yall morally superior alts sound trying to one up everyone else (watch entire thing)

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My choker is from a DIY’ed small business and shirt from depop but it was also from romwe (aka fast fashion) but at least we try. We use what we already have till its last thread before throwing it away. Alt is about being open minded and empowering the culture, not using it against each other. #alttiktok #alternativegirl #altcommunity #chronicallyonline #cancelculture

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Transcript

Look at this chain I got from the store. Wow. You don't DIY every single piece of your clothing? Even your socks? Such a poser. No, I mean, I completely love DIY and thrifting and all that stuff. But a lot of people have full-time jobs, college, some even have kids. Yeah, yeah, whatever. You just don't care, huh? Thrifting. A lot of people don't have their own car. Find a ride. Yeah, that's not an option for a lot of people either. Depop, eBay, and a lot of people don't have a credit card or debit card. Again, a lot of people are just worried about putting food on their table. Like, I damn well know those studs and spikes were not thrifted. Yes, they were. The glue and scissors were too. Even my brows and my underwear? Ew. I avoid problematic places as much as I can. Some people's living areas have malls and plazas that are primarily fast fashion. And if they're not, they're more expensive. They're ethical options don't have what they're looking for. Such a poser is such a poser. Have you ever actually struggled in life? Or are you just a random 16-year-old who has all the time in the world with no bills? It is very hard to be 100% ethical under capitalism. And I'm very sure that you have done things before that I can use against you. Well, if I found out a way to do everything, therefore everybody can. And if you can't meet the standards that I set up for the entire alt community, then you're a poser. I love judging other alts, no matter what their circumstances may be that I have no idea about. I love judging older alts, no matter what their circumstances may be that I have no idea about.