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9 Things We Really Want to Say on Social Media

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Utah chapter.

Admit it. We’re all a little fake on social media. We like to keep up appearances and be super nice to people, when in reality we want to tell them how we really feel. We want to say that Facebook isn’t a therapy session, Instagram is for pictures other than just selfies and food, and if I send you a Snapchat you better not screenshot that no matter what it is. If you can’t or won’t say it, we will. We’re admitting to everything we’ve ever wanted to say on Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat!

1.  “OMG! Justin and Abbey got engaged! Like!”

What You Really Mean:  “Seriously, another one?! I mean I’m happy for you and all, but I just wish you’d stop posting about your perfect life and relationship while I’m over here deciding which Netflix show to binge watch…”

2.  “Jessican Klein has invited you to her Hello Summer Pool Party. Oh! That sounds like fun, maybe I’ll go!”

What You Really Mean:  “I barely even know this girl, and we all know that maybe means nope I’m not going.”

3.  “Today is Jessica Klein’s birthday… Happy birthday Jessica! Hope you have a great day!”

What You Really Mean:  “I haven’t spoken to you since class last semester, but happy birthday from the girl you were once paired up with for the group project!”

4.  “But first, let me take a selfie.”

What You Really Mean:  “I’ve taken this photo 1,000 times to make sure I look as hot as possible for all my followers!”

5.  “I went to Copper Bowl today and had amazing Indian food. #sogood #foodporn”

What You Really Mean:  “I only took this photo to show you I’m more cultured than you.”

6.  “@kyliejenner your lips look bomb! Forget the haters girls!”

What You Really Mean:  “I know you’ll never read this, but I’m posting it anyways because I love you Kylie!”

7.  “Girls night with my favorite b*tches!!!!!”

What You Really Mean:  “I’m actually a really fun person when I’m not binge watching Netflix. Don’t I look like tons of fun?!”

8.  “LOL! Chins on chins on chins!”

What You Really Mean:  “You’re only getting this because it’s only going to last 3 seconds. I would never post this on Instagram, so you better not screenshot!!”

9.  “Awww! You’re baby is so beautiful and perfect!”

What You Really Mean:  “So many babies! And every picture looks 

Vermont native. Salt Lake City resident. Ellie Briggs is currently majoring in Strategic Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations at the University of Utah. She is serving as the Campus Correspondent, Co-President, and Editor-in-Chief of Her Campus Utah, along with Mietra Aarabi. When Ellie is not focusing on her studies, writing, or editing countless articles, you can find her brunching with her sister and laughing at her own jokes. Follow her on Instagram @elliebriggs and Twitter @ellbriggs - she promises you won't get bored!