What is Sadfishing? New Trend Alert

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Sadfishing is sharing exaggerated woes on social media for sympathy, not support. It's like emotional bait, craving attention but dismissing help, here are some things to know.

1

Sharing Negativity

Sadfishing posts tend to focus  on the downers of life breakups, failures and illnesses, often presented dramatically.

2

Fishing for Attention

These posts go beyond simply venting and seem to crave excessive sympathy or concern from others.

3

Vaguebooking

Sadfishing posts may be purposely unclear about the situation,  leaving people to comment and ask questions, keeping the focus on the poster.

4

Overly Negative Portrayal

The negativity is often exaggerated,  and the poster may downplay any attempts to help or offer solutions.

5

Self-Pitying Tone

The language used emphasizes  the poster's misfortune and may place blame on others or imply a sense of helplessness.

6

Frequent Negativity

True sadness is occasional, but sadfishing often involves a pattern of negativity and downbeat posts.

7

Dismissive of Help

People who genuinely struggle may welcome support,  but sadfishers may reject helpful comments or suggestions.