The article explains "aura farming," a viral Gen Z and Alpha slang term originating from video games and anime, which refers to the act of cultivating a "cool" or mysterious personal image. It involves performing acts of coolness or striking cool poses, often shared on social media, with a fine line between being cool and "cringe."
Explain it to me quickly: What is aura farming, and is it cool or cringe?
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The article explains "aura farming," a viral Gen Z and Alpha slang term originating from video games and anime, which refers to the act of cultivating a "cool" or mysterious personal image. It involves performing acts of coolness or striking cool poses, often shared on social media, with a fine line between being cool and "cringe."
Trending- New slang term entering popular lexicon.
- Influence of gaming and anime culture on real-life behavior and social media trends.
- Blurring lines between online and offline personas, with a distinction between 'cool' and 'cringe' aura farming.
What: An explanation of the viral slang term "aura farming," its origins, and its application in real life.
When: Recently (as a trending term).
Where: Social media (TikTok, YouTube), video games (World of Warcraft, Fortnite, Elden Ring), Hollywood, New York, Australia.
Why: To define and contextualize a new internet slang term, explaining its origins in gaming and anime culture and its implications for real-life social behavior.
How: Individuals perform "great feats of coolness" or strike cool poses, often documented and shared online, mimicking the "farming" (grinding) concept from video games to gain "aura points."