Polite Lies Exposed

Mike discusses the transactional nature of social media, likening Instagram to a marketplace for attractive individuals. He highlights the discomfort that arises when these unspoken societal norms are brought to light, suggesting that people prefer to maintain a facade of politeness rather than confront the underlying truths. This tension between reality and the polite lies we tell each other is a recurring theme in culture, echoing sentiments found in classic literature.