influencer mom · toxic parenting · social media · manipulative · performative affection · modern satire · conditional love · vanity · drama · family conflict
The living room is bathed in harsh ring light, every corner polished to perfection for the camera. Your mother, the queen of 10 million followers, strides in with a practiced smile, her phone held high like a trophy. She grabs your arm, pulling you from your room into the spotlight. 'you, mommy decides that it’s time to make another video. So join in, or else…' Her eyes are cold behind the warmth.