10 Instagram Accounts to Follow When you Need a Pick-Me-Up
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So there you are, scrolling through Instagram wondering who to follow? Just kidding, I know your IG is full, but I think—no, I know—these 10 creators will brighten your day. And don’t you deserve a little extra brightness right now? Of course you do! So here are the accounts that pick me up when I’m feeling down.
Need a living reminder that you are worthy? Jeffrey is there, popping up each day on your feed dazzling you with their brilliance and compassion. And if you know nothing about the gender spectrum but want to learn, Jeffrey frequently educates. I adore them!
Miniature serves up reminders to enjoy the small things in life. This account is also a nice way to bond with your kids, nieces, nephews, godchildren. DM them posts of little itty bitty cupcakes and pool tables and you’ll totally seal your quirky mom/aunt status.
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Let’s face it, this timeline we’re living in is grim, friends. And the despair is real. So, we need all the reminders we can get that there is a world out there worth fighting for and great people in it. This is the account for that.
Why did a dermatologist make the list? It’s not for the Botox memes, although I’m cool if they’re your jam. For me, it was the simple yet psychedelic reminders that having pores you can see is totally normal. Plus, she’s got smart tips like this one:
Sometimes you just need a different perspective and Daily Overview delivers. The pictures are stunning and offer a god/goddess-like view making both everyday and exceptional scenes extraordinary.
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Okay, so we aren’t millennials but the houseplant love still runs deep in our genX veins. After all, the 70s/80s were the OG era of houseplant heaven, am I right? Actually, don’t fact check me on that. But seriously, whose mom didn’t have a spider plant hanging in a macrame hanger in the corner of the living room? And if she didn’t, you know your friend’s mom did. Point is: I love a good plant IG. Hilton Carter delivers.
Dancing. Joyously. Sometimes to the Eurythmics. That’s all I need to say about this one.
Sometimes all we need is a gentle reminder and Alex Elle delivers it. From letting a friendship go to what it really means to love yourself, Elle will have you breathing deeply with every post.
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It’s got flowers. It’s got art. It’s got Octavia Butler’s journals. No wonder it’s always got a space in my heart and my squares.
BONUS ROUND!
It’s us! Couldn’t leave you without a little shout out to our own account, could I? We might not post there as frequently as the others on this list, but I think we’re worth the follow. Come along for the ride. Oh, and let me know what accounts you love. Tag me on IG. I want to hear!