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When Fandoms turn Fatal

MDA20009 Digital Communities │ Week 9: Fandom and Fan Communities

We’ve all found ourselves obsessing over a particular topic, person, or band at some point in our lives. But diving into a fandom is a different level of fan obsession. Fandoms can be a great way to connect with a community of people who share your love for a certain music artist, actor, or game. While many fandoms are positive and supportive, it’s not uncommon for them to turn toxic. Today, however, I want to explore the darker side of obsession and the dangers it can bring, while also being mindful and sensitive as possible.

Try not to trigger a community challenge

The Case of Björk: Obsession Unleashed

In 1996, the Icelandic musician Björk had been faultlessly targeted by Ricardo López, a man who had never met her in actual life but instead became a crazy fan. Saddled with more than just personal problems and lurking depression, López chronicled his descent into madness in a series of videotapes that eventually came together into an ominous design to harm Björk (tauujungnya, 2024).

López believed that Björk had "destroyed" his life, and like the rest of the twisted mind in his head, he saw himself as a victim of her fame. Lopez's breaking point came when the news came out that Björk was with musician Goldie, a source of frustration for Lopez that he began meticulously planning his murder of her to describe his growing, rising frustration and sense of betrayal. His obsession progressed, tracking where she went, sending a bomb to her London home, which, luckily, never reached her because the authorities stopped it, and, unfortunately, López left the world by taking his life, leaving 11 two-hour tapes of footage exposing his obsession (Staff, 2021).

This case is an unforgettable reminder of how passion can quickly escalate into madness. Björk, who had experienced more than most, had also been forced to confront the reality that celebrity breeds fan obsession: in the case of many fans, the distinctions between fandom and obsession could blur, and the consequences could be haunting.

John Lennon: A Fan’s Fatal Infatuation

A similar case of fatal fandom occurred in 1980 when ex-Beatle John Lennon was murdered by Mark David Chapman outside his apartment in New York City. Chapman had long been an admirer of Lennon but soon became obsessed with the musician. Eventually, that admiration turned into antipathy and craziness.

The novel The Catcher in the Rye greatly impacted Chapman; he said Lennon represented all that he considered repugnant in society, and his motive was driven, in his own words, to "promote the reading of The Catcher in the Rye." Eventually, the obsession began to build until Chapman determined he wanted to meet Lennon to earn himself a guaranteed place in the history books by "taking him out" (Mulroy, 2023).

On that evening of December 8, 1980, Chapman approached Lennon and attempted to request his autograph. The episode would go on to culminate fatally when Chapman shot him dead. That event killed one of the most eminent figures in the music world of the 20th century. The whole world had to come to terms with reality, and there were awkward questions concerning the more sordid realities of fandom and celebrity worship (Mulroy, 2023).

The Psychology of Fatal Fandoms

Through Björk and John Lennon, the evil consequences of unhealthy fan behaviours can easily be seen, commonly rooted in the one-sided emotional ties of fans with celebrities. These ties may create a feeling of entitlement over the celebrity's attention or disappointment in cases where expectations from them don't match reality. Intense cases such as those claims of López and Chapman invade reality and give way to violent fiasco even when guilt plays according to the picture of a mental health disease like depression or psychosis. Without proper intervention or support, these feelings can fester and manifest in dangerous ways, as seen in both the Björk and Lennon cases.

The Role of Media and Online Spaces

Media coverage of celebrities can lead to toxic fandoms and even push people toward compulsive behaviour since it exalts them and piques their curiosity about their personal lives. Social media only worsens it, producing echo chambers that allow harmful fan behaviour to go unchecked. Twitter and TikTok are often the playgrounds where the lines between admiration and obsession are thinly blurred, even enabling acts of harassment and stalking.

A Call for Responsibility

Fandoms could be an influential source of joy and connection but could also have toxic dynamics within themselves if kept unchecked. Björk's tragedy and the passing of Lennon exemplify the need for such healthier boundaries. While the fans have respect for personal limits, celebrities and the media sometimes draw boundaries of their own without being aware of what creates fan culture. Social media must also take a more active stand against toxic behaviours to ensure that fandoms stay safe spaces for expression and not breeding places of dangerous obsessions.

List of references:

Mulroy, C. (2023, December 8). How did John Lennon die? This is who killed the famed Beatles musician 43 years ago. USA TODAY. https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2023/12/08/who-killed-john-lennon/71817101007/

Staff. (2023, January 27). The terrifying moment Björk’s stalker tried to kill her with an acid letterbomb. Far Out Magazine. https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/bjork-stalker-acid-letterbomb-ricardo-lopez/

Tauujungnya. (2024, November 20). Bjork Stalker: The Unsettling Story Behind The Iconic Singer's Harrowing Experience. Social Media Sensations. https://www.survivalresources.com/topnews7/bjork-stalker.html

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Influencers Shaping Public Health Misinformation: "Dr. Tiktok" and Mukbang Culture

MDA20009 Digital Communities │ Week 7: Public Health Campaigns

Are you like me and every other human on this planet? Always on the phone, doomscrolling through Tiktok, Instagram reels and Youtube.

Undeniably, it has now gone out of bounds as social media can be a great source of entertainment, but they've also let the floodgates open for a lot of misinformation generally with reference to health and wellness. Once you spend long enough on such platforms, towards the end, you will begin to observe the visible rise of self-proclaimed "experts" giving out advice on every health issue, from mental to skincare, which is starting to raise eyebrows.

On the other hand, influencers involved in Mukbang culture are distorting the message about eating habits and body image. Their unethical health narratives, though not clearly disseminated, confuse the followers and damage public health campaigns well-designed to give accurate, science-backed messages.

The Rise of Self-Proclaimed Health Experts

TikTok's short video format encourages users to share quick tips, life hacks, and advice, earning it the nickname "the therapist's couch of Gen Z" (Weikle, 2024). Although it owes a great deal to destigmatizing mental health and making it easier to talk about issues, there have also been concerns about misinformation. Indeed, the unqualified pretender plays out their authority over complex issues, such as mental health, nutrition, or skincare.

Self-diagnosis and providing mental health advice has been an emerging trend as of late. The "Dr. TikToks" profess to know all the symptoms of illnesses like depression, anxiety, or ADHD and can influence viewers into self-diagnosing rather than visiting a professional. Research by the University of British Columbia found that of the 100 most popular TikTok videos about ADHD, over half contained misleading information, most of which relied on personal experiences rather than being clinical experts (Weikle, 2024).

Another disturbing thing is that some influencers take up roles as skincare experts by providing tips on easy access to perfect skin through their 'magic' ingredients. One infamous example is the TikTok influencer/physician's assistant (TikTok handle: devthepa) who promoted beef tallow, a rendered fat from beef, as a skincare miracle. According to her, beef tallow could give your skin a glowy look, like DUH, of course, fat is oil, so of course, it gives that "glowy effect" when, in reality, it's just oily. Dermatologists quickly debunked these claims. Despite concerning warnings, the video still went viral, and many people, particularly younger followers, began to follow this advice without understanding how useless it is.

Misinformation tends to be left unchecked. That underlines the utility of unverified advice. TikTok encourages conversations that can help destigmatize mental illness yet lends themselves to those throaty mouths and parroting personal anecdotes mixed with professional credentials as influencers.

Mukbang Culture: The Illusion of Eating Without Consequences

A comparison between 2 famous Mukbangers: Eat with Boki and Nikocado Avocado

Mukbang has invaded the world, coming from South Korea, where influencers devoured high volumes of food while engaging viewers. The practice has gained much prominence on sites like YouTube and TikTok. Mukbangers mainly eat a lot of calories while looking like they ate nothing at all through some strenuous workouts to attain and maintain their healthy-looking figures. This world creation misleads the average person into believing there are no health risks associated with overeating, especially when the influencers do not mention calorie deprivation or editing tricks (Amrane, 2020).

Encouragement towards excessiveness has been opposed to measures taken on public health with regard to balanced eating. Mukbang content may provide some retreat for viewers, or even a little companionship, but it then normalizes excessive consumption and food choice itself for being excessively unhealthy for audiences. For younger groups, this distortion can ruin their standards toward the reality of nutrition as well as create misinterpretations in eating patterns. Mukbang culture, according to Amrane (2020), relies on and impacts instant gratification sacrifices for long-term health, forming an unhealthy aspect over food.

The social consequences are huge. Public health efforts, such as anti-obesity campaigns, speak about moderation and mindful eating, while mukbangs endorse a lifestyle of excess, which is contrary. Beyond the individual consequences, this trend reveals a more universal ethical dilemma: waste normality and overconsumption in a world where there is still hunger.

The Dangers of Medical and Health Misinformation

Self-proclaimed medical experts and mukbang influencers on social media are more interested in entertainment and sponsorships than in the well-being of their audience, advertising useless supplements, self-medication and the wrong lifestyle. This shifts reliance from true healthcare providers to fake ones, thus allowing fake health information to spread quickly and widely without fact checking. The main characteristic of social media, which is lack of regulation, assists the spread of these fabrications to millions and complicates efforts in promoting public health.

Combating Misinformation: Key Strategies

So, how do we combat this growing wave of misinformation?

Platform Accountability: social media platforms take greater responsibility for what is shared online. While Instagram and TikTok have made important strides in tackling some harmful content, there is much further to go with respect to health-related advice from credible sources. Such platforms should focus their attention on verified health professionals and improve tools for flagging or reporting misleading advice.

Adapt Public Health Campaigns: Partner up with relevant influencers to relay accurate, engaging, and evidence-based health information.

Promote Media Literacy: Educate the public to tell the difference between real health advice from personal stories or unverifiable claims.

Conclusion

In an age of social media where viewpoints on health and wellness are created, this has become an important point for all awareness and updates. The healer "Dr TikTok" and, of course, Mukbang culture gives importance to the phrase mentioned above in such a way that it shows the power and pitfalls of digital platforms in the public health sphere.

Merely holding internet platforms accountable in dealing with misinformation, changing public health campaigns to bring them into the digital contemporary space, and building media literacy are steps to a country where more citizens benefit from being well-informed and health conscious. Public health campaigns must reform in the Internet age, ensuring that the right information reaches audiences before the wrong messages go viral.

List of References:

Amrane, S. (2020, November 16). Mukbangs and a culture of gluttony. Traversing Tradition. https://traversingtradition.com/2020/11/16/mukbangs-and-a-culture-of-gluttony/

Weikle, B. (2024, June 22). TikTok has been called the therapist’s couch of Gen Z. But not all the #mentalhealth info checks out. CBC. https://www.cbc.ca/radio/spark/mental-health-tiktok-1.7242717

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Baby Reindeer Unmasked : From Screen to Reality

MDA20009 Digital Communities │ Week 6: Digital Citizenship 2: Activism and Protest

Suppose you are an avid Netflix enjoyer like myself. In that case, you might be familiar with the new limited series Baby Reindeer, directed and starred by the victim of stalking himself, Richard Gadd. If not, here is a quick rundown of the show: Baby Reindeer tells the story of a stand-up comedian called Donny Dunn, focusing on a particular lady named Martha. Their first encounter seems innocent enough, but the woman develops a fixation on him and becomes a stalker. The two share a brief encounter after a kind gesture on her part as Donny Dunn happens to be serving guests behind a bar. However, this simple notion of kindness soon evolves into an insane obsession that ruins their lives, forcing Donny to return and deal with issues he had previously buried deep inside.

The exciting part about this story is that it borrows most of its events from Gadd's past. He purposefully stayed far from the usual tropes of a "stalker" narrative and instead chose to show both bears humanity. Gadd fears that society believes stalking is sexy and exciting, but it is simply a disease that has implications. Moreover, this is why he thought it best to write a story where there is no clear good or bad per se, and this explores the depths of human weakness if such a word exists in a sincere way (Hudspeth 2024).

How is this related to digital activism?

The themes of stalking and trauma in Baby Reindeer have a lot to do with digital activism, especially in relation to how people interact with distressing narratives in the online space. As the play gained more viewers, audiences and fans alike began searching for Martha, the presumed real person behind the character of the stalker. This ultimately successful attempt illustrates the impact of the Internet on the scope of various issues, in this case, digital media and activism around safe relationships and respect for personal boundaries—even pursuits of justice.

Collective mobilisation: In their attempts to pinpoint the stalker, the fans engage in a collective mobilisation of actors around identifying the stalker that uses digitally enabled platforms. This is a defining characteristic of digital activism; people join forces to fight for something, here, to bring a stalker to justice.

Utilisation of Social Media: Digital activism often depends on social media and online communication to reach out, build support, and organise activities. The fans are most likely to have used social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and Reddit to share information, talk about leads, and assist each other in querying the evidence, which shows the importance of digital tools in activism.

Raising Awareness: Through their efforts, the fans cast attention to the problems of stalking and harassment and subsequently contributed to the awareness of these two issues. This agrees with the goals of many campaigns run on the Internet, especially those that aim to promote different causes in society.

Accountability and Justice: Disclosing the identity of a stalker is also a means of accountability in that it confronts and tries to unmask inappropriate behaviour. Most forms of digital activism aim to ensure people or organisations are responsible for their actions, and here, the fans were organised on their own in this effort to seek justice

The real one comes forth

In case you're wondering, the identity of the real stalker has been revealed by fans (internet sleuths), or rather, she admitted herself as the show gained traction and popularity. Her name? Fiona Harvey. That is when Piers Morgan took it a notch higher and interviewed the stalker, the woman believed to be associated with the character so she could tell her story. Harvey was the best candidate to appear on Morgan's YouTube show, as he is known for his controversial content, engaging equally controversial guests, including one who happened to be a psychopath whom Morgan sat down with for an interview.

However, the interview itself raised several ethical issues. Harvey, who was accused of stalking and claimed that Gadd was instead the one after her, exhibited traits similar to that of the 'Martha" character in a manner that unsettled the audience. The extreme nature of this revelation to the public served to show both the benefits and disadvantages of digital activism; to the extent that the fans' involvement in this cause creates additional awareness and empathy towards the victims, it also dangers the healthy boundaries between responsibility and abuse. Morgan's play and dramatism showcased the interfering aspects of digital space, that is, performing to the audience, which leads to engaging in certain activities outside the screen but with adverse effects on the mental state and personal space of the subjects (Schwedel, 2024).

The narrative shift from personal pain to a discourse on community is a testament to the effectiveness but also the perils of digital activism. Moreover, the issue of harassment and stalking within a social media campaign that sought to expose Fiona Harvey mitigated some of the more troubling aspects of fan and site interaction, yet it also posed severe, potentially reckless, ethical concerns over privacy and accountability. This emphasises that it is necessary to recognise digital activism's merits in addressing issues and dispensing justice. However, it must be exercised within the bounds of rest and restraint.

List of References: 

Hudspeth, C. (2024, July 17). Baby Reindeer cast, release date, photos, trailer. Netflix Tudum. https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/baby-reindeer-cast-release-date-plot

Schwedel, H. (2024, May 10). Oh, God, the Baby Reindeer saga is getting even weirder. Slate Magazine. https://slate.com/culture/2024/05/real-martha-baby-reindeer-piers-morgan-interview.html

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Jubilee Debates, TikTok, and American Politics: A Malaysian Youth's Perspective

MDA20009 Digital Communities │ Week 5: Digital Citizenship 1: Political Engagement

So what place does a Malaysian, (that has no political knowledge) have to have a say in this? American politics. In this day and age, social media has played a significant role in politics, which is hard to ignore—even a small country like Malaysia is kept in the loop of the chaos of American democracy, especially during the current Trump-Harris election. No doubt that it is an educational experience for many of us to witness the dynamics of U.S. politics unfold through platforms like TikTok and YouTube. Well, I guess if it's already displayed on social media for the eyes of others, then anyone can at least have a say in this.

A Global Phenomenon

American politics is accessible to a worldwide audience all thanks to modern communication technologies. Globally, people may quickly get news and comments about the U.S. election because of platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and X (previously Twitter). Foreigners are also compelled to watch the discussions and political comments that shape the U.S. elections, which have turned into a spectacle.

When Woke Meets Conservative

A prime illustration of this is how the debates organized by Jubilee, like "1 Liberal Teen vs. 20 Trump Supporters", have managed to draw hordes of viewers. Platforms like Jubilee tackle complex political issues more easily because they assemble both sides and make it entertaining. For example, it is one thing for the audience to watch a Dean Withers-type person standing in front of a crowd with opposing views but firmly standing his ground. It simplifies American political issues for domestic audiences and even provides insight to foreign viewers about America's political landscape, which the mainstream media may not adequately do.

What’s especially fascinating is how quickly clips from these debates go viral on platforms like TikTok. Short snippets of strong arguments, memorable quotes, or heated exchanges get shared, re-shared, and commented on by millions. These clips transcend their original platform, appearing on TikTok feeds, Instagram Reels, and even Reddit threads. Social media’s algorithms tend to push this viral content to wider audiences, which means these political discussions get incredible exposure, reaching people who might not have initially sought them out.

Social Media’s Grip on Today's Youth

Political marketing through TikTok and YouTube has become very popular among the youth, who are likely to rely on them rather than the news. Secure and friendly debates can trigger creativity, with interesting short videos getting the attention of the politically disinterested.

In other words, social media sites' impact in shaping the users' political opinions can also be viewed from a constructive and negative perspective. The content is usually aggressive and abusive, promoting divisiveness and unhealthy rivalries. Most studies claim that "social media grows political content that is mostly unhealthy" (Platt, 2024). However, this way of doing things will worsen as the election process approaches. Political smearing worked as an effective bait, so social media websites, in turn, encouraged their users to avail such content even more, leading them to have an exaggerated belief on how most people felt about an issue. Platt (2024) also notes that if social media is one's primary means of communication, one should anticipate political blowback and violence. Social media does provide access to knowledge, but it also encourages the creation of "filter bubbles". These are the bubbles where people only interact with content that agrees with their opinion and helps further entrench existing beliefs.

Amidst all this, social media has revolutionised how people view politics by bringing the concept of the "everyday expert" to the forefront. For example, individuals such as Dean Withers from the Jubilee video, who has neither run for office nor works as a commentator, still hold a great deal of influence by simply sharing his views with great emotion. This is an evolution of what Cunningham (2024) refers to as 'rage bait' content, where disputes tend to be more espoused to engage the audience, in most cases, for their anger and arguments, but not for any constructive communication. Influencers like Withers embody this shift in information, where ordinary people become the source of public opinion and cause polemics. As Cunningham (2024) noted, such interactions correspond to the increasing normative demand for emotional and conflict-inducing material usually found online.

Watching and Learning

For the people outside of the U.S., following American politics on social media is interesting but educational at the same time. It provides a glimpse of the governance systems, democracy, and social discourse, which makes one think about how the democratic processes in different parts of the world work. We are mere spectators and students, observing how a living democracy functions, its merits and demerits.

The role of social media in politics is not that straightforward. It makes conversations international and opens up new people, but it could also promote conflict and fake news, which undermines journalistic ethics. It is fair to say that as we watch TikTok, YouTube or Instagram, we are part of the global audience who is watching democracy unfold in real time, and as a result, we have to be careful how it all plays out.

List of References: 

Cunningham, K. (2024, October 10). 1 woke teen vs. 20 Trump supporters: The new age of viral political videos. Vox. https://www.vox.com/culture/376748/jubilee-politics-debate-charlie-kirk-ben-shapiro-liberal-conservative

Platt, T. (2024, March 13). Political rage on social media is making us cynical. University of Michigan News. https://news.umich.edu/political-rage-on-social-media-is-making-us-cynical/

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Is blogging still relevant in the age of TikToks and Instagram?

MDA20009 Digital Communities │ Week 4

Blogging, what even is that? For some, especially Gen Z, it might sound like a relic of the past (around the early 2000s?), where people spilt their thoughts in long-form posts instead of short clips, something our millennial friends (Gen X) were into back in the day. Or maybe it just feels a little… outdated?

To answer the question of what a blog is, it's simply a kind of website that is updated frequently and offers information on a particular subject. When blogs first came into existence, they were essentially just online diaries where users could record entries about their everyday activities. Since then, they have changed and evolved into a vital platform for information sharing and updates between individuals and companies. It's a great place to get information, insight, and practical guidance (Weiner 2024).

So now for the main question, "Is blogging still relevant in the age of Tiktok and Instagram?". Well, it depends. 

Okay, let's all admit to the fact that attention spans nowadays are shorter than ever. We're all guilty of endlessly scrolling through TikTok or Instagram, trapped in the algorithm dishing out entertainment that doesn't require too much brainpower to comprehend. It's an integral part of our lives now. It's easy to assume that blogging might have lost its spark in this fast-paced, dopamine-driven world (I can't believe I thought of that).

Or so we thought...

The reality is that blogs are different because they're not designed for instant satisfaction. Instead, I feel like they offer depth in certain aspects. I feel like blogs allow for distinction, context, and a real understanding of a topic. It's where people can go to slow down and dive deep into topics or issues they're curious about. And that's where the value lies. Sure, you're not going to get that viral moment with a blog like how you would on Tiktok or Instagram, but that's kind of the point, no?

When people want a quick laugh or to catch up on the latest trend, they head to TikTok. But when they're looking for something more significant, like detailed information, how-tos, or even just a good, thought-provoking read, people are turning to blogs. But, Instagram is also a form of blogging platform as it also started alongside the blogging era (Corrine 2021). Some people still use it in the same style as a blog but that appeared to not work out well because Instagram does not allow clickable links in captions. Although you can say something like "link in bio," it is not the same as actually clicking on the link (Corrine 2021).

Community

TikTok and Instagram are great for instant interaction. Sure, one will always find their community through these 2 famous social media platform. Because the materials on these platforms is easily shared and frequently becomes viral, communities can grow rapidly. But the connection often feels fleeting, just temporary (Lang 2023).

Blogging, on the other hand, builds a sense of community in a different way. People visit blogs because they're invested in the content, and that naturally creates a more engaged, loyal audience. It's less about trends and more about shared interests. The readers who visit these blogs often return because they feel a deeper connection to the content creator and the discussions being had.

From the way I look at it, I think it's a 50/50 split because not everybody is a blog enthusiast. For some users, TikTok and Instagram offer a quicker, more visually stimulating experience. Others, on the other hand, who value detailed information and enduring knowledge will favour blogs. Every platform has a specific function, and the "best" community will vary depending on the level of community interaction one is seeking.

Searchability

Now let's divert the question to searchability. We can't deny that blogs might come up first rather than a Tiktok video or Instagram reel when one types in questions like "budget-friendly laptop for students" or "recipes for broke uni students" into a search engine.

Although, based on my experience, blogs may be very useful for some when it comes to searches like that, especially like recipes, or product reviews that need more than 1 minute where the reader might want a detailed breakdown or comparison, like, for example, comparing the specs of an iPhone 16 with the Google Pixel 9. However, when it comes to being a person like me that needs quick visual demonstration going back to that short attention span thing (because somehow i can't visualise instructions by reading), then that's where Tiktok and Instagram might come in handy. I'm sure many from my generation would agree to this and appreciate that 30 second Tiktok tutorial because we want something quick. So, it all comes down to a person's preference in the end.

So,

At the end of the day, blogs provide depth and lasting value that TikTok and Instagram lack in a sense. So, rather than competing, they actually complement each other. These days, the main goals of blogs should be to provide insightful content and resolve readers' issues (Corrine 2021). Despite its seeming old-school, blogging is nevertheless still booming.

List of references

Weiner, A. (2024, July 16). What is a blog? Definition, types, benefits and why you need one. Wix Blog. https://www.wix.com/blog/what-is-a-blog

Corinne. (2024, June 12). Is blogging dead? The rise of Instagram and TikTok. Skinnedcartree. https://skinnedcartree.com/2021/04/is-blogging-dead-the-rise-of-instagram-and-tiktok.html

Lang, K. (2023, August 30). What Does it Mean to Build a Community on Social Media? (And Why You Should). Buffer: All-you-need Social Media Toolkit for Small Businesses. https://buffer.com/resources/social-media-community/

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My first post!

Hello, I'm Arlene, a Multimedia Design student at Swinburne! I'd like to share some bits of me here if anyone is interested enough to read HAHA! Also this blog is just for assignment purposes only :)

𓆣 I'm born and raised Sarawakian. My ethnicity is Bidayuh & Kayan and I'm the eldest of 4 siblings. I love everything Sun, from sun earrings, to sun necklaces, sun wallpapers, sun pillow, sun inspired outfits, you name it.

𓆣 I love earthy tones. Now, i think i would say my sense of style is leaning more towards Whimsy Goth. Yes it's real. Pinterest it!

𓆣 I love indie, alternative and oldies music.

𓆣 My favourite movie genre is coming of age indie movies and my favourite is called Dear Lemon Lima. My dream is to be a filmmaker one day :D

𓆣 Also to add to the list of facts about Arlene, i love collecting tiny objects and trinkets like stones, buttons and gem stones. I have tons of gemstone rings and bracelets. BUT!! I don't believe in the "energy" of the stones. I just love to look at them. And also, I love bugs, wizards and frogs. I have a desk wizard figurine called Caspian which my friends helped name.

Okay i should stop talking now, i went a little overboard haha

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