Why it worked
The video likely resonated with a large audience due to its highly relatable and self-deprecating humor about common anxieties surrounding returning to school and personal development. The specific mention of 'ao3' taps into a niche online community, while the overall sentiment appeals to a broader demographic experiencing similar feelings.
Summary
The video features text overlay describing the relatable feeling of dread about returning to school after a summer of perceived lack of personal growth and excessive time spent on online platforms. The creator appears to be lying in bed, conveying a sense of melancholy and introspection.
Structure
- 1Introduction of the feeling of dread about returning to school
- 2Self-deprecation regarding lack of 'glow up'
- 3Mention of unhealthy habits (waking late, excessive online activity)
- 4Comparison of online activity to real-life social interaction
On-screen text
how it feels
thinking about
going back to
school knowing
you had zero
glow up, are still
fat, waking up at
2pm everyday
and have spent
longer on ao3
than talking to
real people