I’ve never really been one to jump on trends, Mntase. I’m not that person, you know? I like doing things my own way - and keeping my things private (no public social posts for me). At least, that is how I used to be. But lately, I’ve been feeling the pull from the FYP. It’s like everyone is out there, being in the moment, and I’m just here, scrolling, catching up on things that already popped off. Not that it’s a big deal, nje. But still.

The other day, I found myself deep in some street art tags. I mean, I’ve always loved that whole vibe—paint splashes, murals that feel alive. And now, street art is trending again. People are doing murals, and organising art jams in the city. I even thought about joining one of those sessions. Imagine me, spray can in hand, leaving my mark on a wall somewhere. It’s not about being part of the trend, but about expressing something. The cool thing? Trends like that, they don’t just fade. Even when the hype dies down, those walls stay, telling stories. That’s the kind of trend I can get behind. I threw down some designs on a page and posted them on my Instagram. I got 20 likes! I know that’s not a lot for some but to me, it felt good getting my stuff seen -I even got 3 comments from my friends saying my style is dope!

Then there’s TikTok, ne? I’ll be honest, I got sucked into that too. Like, how did I end up spending an hour watching dance challenges? Tyla’s got everyone doing the most with her challenge. And you know, for a second, I thought, maybe I should try. I used to dance all the time. It wasn’t even about going viral or anything, just about getting my body moving and having fun. Maybe I’ll give it a go, for vibes - I just need to get my courage up Lol. Just see what happens. But I also have to remind myself—don’t force it. If it happens, it happens.

It’s funny, neh? How we pick and choose what feels right for us. I’m not here to chase every trend, but I also don’t want to miss out on moments that feel like me. That balance, hey, it’s something I’m still figuring out.

And then there’s this whole thing with travel trends. Have you seen the way people are living? Like, everyone’s at these stunning spots—beachside views, cute little Airbnb stays in the middle of nowhere. The FOMO is real. But my budget? Even realer! Not ready for all that. Still, I was thinking, maybe a Sho’t Left is more my speed right now. Something small and affordable. A weekend away, even if it’s just a staycation. I’ve seen a couple of people do it and honestly, it looks like the perfect way to recharge without going broke. Watch this space, chom. I might have some moves on the horizon.

At the end of the day, it’s about living in the moment, feeling the vibe, and doing what makes sense for me. Maybe one day I’ll start a trend of my own. But for now, I’m just going with what feels right—whether it’s jumping on a street art jam, practising some TikTok moves, or dreaming of my next small adventure. We’ll see.