If you found yourself scrolling through TikTok leading up to the New Year, chances are you probably came across a wave of people’s ‘Ins and Outs’ of 2024. The trend has since gone viral, with many people sharing things they think are in for the New Year and things that should stay in 2023. Gone are the days of blindly following last year’s faves. This year, it’s all about being in the know, or risk being the only one still choosing last-minute dates over an epic night out with friends.
TikTok’s newest trend is a twist on those New Year resolutions you just can’t help but break. Think of it as your BFF’s candid advice on everything from mastering self-care (hint: the block button is your new best friend) to reviving old-school sass for those ‘oh no, they didn’t!’ moments. Each In’s and Outs list is curated to reflect individual TikTokers’ needs and predictions for 2024. Some stick to the classic New Year’s resolutions such as meeting new people, practicing self-care, and shying away from negativity, while others use the opportunity to humorously highlight their 2023 blunders while making them the ‘Outs’ of 2024.
2024’s biggest ‘In’? Embracing your power to hit ‘block’ and create a FYP that’s 100% tailored to your well-being. Sure, a good clapback has its moment, but this year is all about preserving your peace and living your best life, sans drama. Think of the block button as your personal self-care tool, filtering out anything that doesn’t positively contribute to your mental health. While it’s not about blocking everyone, carefully curating your feed to strengthen your mental health game is definitely a must this year.
In 2024, going retro with cash payments is surprisingly ‘In’. Sure, digital wallets like Venmo and Cash App have their perks, but remember those times you covered for a friend, only to find your app notifications eerily quiet? Paying in cash isn’t just old-school cool, it’s a savvy move to keep your finances in check. So next time you’re out, maybe reach for those bills instead of the ‘request payment’ button – your wallet will thank you.
Being a bit delusional about finances? In! Sometimes, you have to manifest what you want. You’re not broke, you’re simply embracing the law of attraction.
Influencer fatigue? In. Oh, it’s a thing in 2024, and it’s totally real. Moving past the era where polished influences were the be-all and end-all to our latest impulsive shopping spree, content creators who show us the unfiltered snippets of their lives are totally in.
2024 is the year we’re keeping it real and effortlessly cool with our words. Sometimes, less is more. Keep it short, keep it smart, and own your space.
You’ve probably daydreamed about the possibility of encountering your one true love during your routine trip to the grocery store or while taking a much-needed study break to stroll across campus, just like in the good old days. Yet, the allure of dating apps often keeps these fantasies just that— dreams. Despite the convenience they offer in expanding our dating pool, these apps have spawned their own set of woes, from the all-too-familiar experience of ghosting to the persistent worry of, “But what if I look different than my photos?” it’s about time we’ve given dating apps a well-deserved break.
Rethink the impact of your shopping sprees. In 2023, TikTok hauls received major side-eyes for missing the sustainability memo. Conscious consumerism, with the planet in mind, is the hottest look of the year.
In 2024, we’re totally saying goodbye to self-deprecating talk. Think positive affirmations over negative self-talk, especially when it comes to our careers, body image, and even beating procrastination. Remember those goals we set in 2023 but just couldn’t muster the energy to chase? This is our year to pursue them with a renewed mindset. Instead of beating ourselves up for what we didn’t achieve, we’re focusing on empowering ourselves to reach what we couldn’t before
2024 is the year of reinventions and these ins and outs are going to help us achieve being the best versions of ourselves. Hopefully, we’ll stick to these a lot better than past New Year’s Resolutions.