Why it worked
The post uses hyperbole and a relatable (though exaggerated) story about a popular consumer product to create humor and engagement. The warning format, combined with the specific product, likely resonated with viewers who have experienced similar cravings or overindulgence.
Summary
The creator warns viewers not to try Costco's new mini beignets, recounting a humorous and exaggerated personal experience of overconsumption. The post aims to raise awareness and prevent others from a similar fate.
Structure
- 1Warning against Costco mini beignets
- 2Personal anecdote of blacking out and inhaling beignets
- 3Humorous exaggeration of overconsumption
- 4Call to share awareness to prevent others from similar experiences
Product placement
Costco mini beignets ACTS - they are the subject of the story and the reason for the post. Removing them would change what happens in the video. Costco is a brand that sells groceries and other goods. The mini beignets are a specific product sold by Costco.
On-screen text
If you haven't tried the new
Costco mini beignets do not try
them. I repeat DO NOT try them.
I had one and immediately
blacked out and when I woke up I
had powdered sugar all over my
face and was told I violently
inhaled 2 more before I started
resource guarding the rest of the
pack. Sharing to raise awareness
and so others don't have to go
through this 🙏