#tiktokban #tiktok

But the truth is simple: what they did was fucked up. Whether or not TikTok sold to Meta, whether or not Trump “saved the day”—our trust was broken, and we’re left picking up the pieces.

They’re acting like nothing happened, but we all know it could have happen… and could again—tomorrow, next week, or in 90 days.

Now, we’re left trying to process what happened. We justify our unease with conspiracy theories and speculation.

Despite our protests, it disappeared into the void, leaving us in a spiral of confusion and grief.

And then, just as suddenly, it came back. Like an ex showing up at our door with empty apologies and promises that “nothing happened!” Uneasy, we let it back in, but the trust was shattered.

Then, overnight, it was taken away. No clear communication—just gone. It felt like a breakup with a toxic partner: one who made us feel safe, only to abruptly abandon us with a weird message that they are hanging out with the person they told you not to worry about.

It connected us with like-minded people across the world, forming friendships and even a sense of belonging.

Because of TikTok’s dominance in our lives, we unconsciously isolated ourselves from other social media and even real-life interactions.

Many of us don’t like to admit it, but we have an emotional connection to TikTok. Whether it’s the addictive short-form content or the real sense of community it fosters, this app became a major part of our daily lives. Unlike other platforms, TikTok’s algorithm didn’t just entertain.

But at its core, what happened felt like emotional manipulation.

Let me explain—this might sound dramatic, but those who’ve experienced emotional abuse will recognize the pattern.

It’s sooo weird, trying to finalize some connections there

I agree. I think they could reform it with the right software people on board and could crowd fund it. It would be a hilarious slap in the face to Meta