While a very amusing platform, TikTok has come to be known as one of the more toxic social media platforms available today. Due to its infamous For You Page, the content viewed on the app is much less user-controlled than on other platforms, and its tricky algorithm can create a very dark loop.
Like anything, however, it’s not all bad! You just have to find the right accounts. Here are a few suggestions to start brightening your feed:
La La Land Kind Cafe is an organic coffee chain that aims to create opportunities for foster youth. Characterized by its cafe-chic aesthetic, bright yellow colour scheme and positive vibes, it’s no wonder why this amazing franchise blew up on TikTok. Kid Cafe’s account is now known for its “drive-by kindness” series in which anonymous individuals drive through Dallas and Los Angeles performing random acts of kindness. Whether it be giving away flowers or giving away compliments, recipients of these deeds cannot help but smile, and their smiles are always contagious.
If you’ve ever taken public transportation, you know it is not the most enthralling experience. Through TikTok, however, portraitist Devon Rodriguez is challenging this thought pattern. Based in New York City, Devon spends a lot of his time on subways drawing strangers who ride in front of him. His incredible portraits never fail to surprise their subjects, and his signature, “you matter,” always leaves them glowing.
For 88 years, Logan’s Candies has been acting as the real-life Willy Wonka. Located in Ontario, California, this sweets shop curates mouthwatering delicacies daily for customers’ viewing and tasting pleasures. Thanks to TikTok, this satisfying process has been made viewable for everyone, but beware… the cravings are unavoidable!
Meet Worthy Rigelsky, the 12-year-old stylist taking over TikTok. Born with Down’s syndrome and adopted at a young age, Worthy is proving that her disadvantages don’t define her. With help from sister Kalista, this little icon inspires her viewers with spunky hair-dos, fun makeup looks and an insanely cute smile!
Are You Happy is a documentary project led by filmmaker Atdhe Trepca. Atdhe travels the world interviewing strangers, always starting with the same question: are you happy? Although not always sharing the most cheerful responses, Atdhe’s interviewees are diverse and honest. His videos help viewers find happiness in life’s little joys and evoke gratitude in a special way.
