(MENAFN- Live Mint) In a world obsessed with likes, filters and selfies, some people remain quietly invisible. They post no pictures, no updates and no public celebrations on social media. Psychology suggests that this silence speaks volumes.

A YouTube video, jointly posted by KnowSense and SimpleMindMap, tries to decode the psychology behind not sharing photos on social media. The video, released on October 19, has gone viral, garnering over 4 million views.

Here's what it reveals about their mindset and emotional strength.

Privacy over popularity

People who rarely post photos tend to value privacy more than attention. They enjoy keeping certain aspects of their life private. It's not because they're secretive or antisocial but because they protect their mental space.

They focus on self-acceptance instead of chasing likes or validation from others. That calm confidence often comes from inner security.

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Psychologists say individuals who share less online usually have a clear sense of who they are. They know what truly matters to them and don't need others to confirm it.

They aren't easily influenced by trends, comparisons or social pressure. Their happiness doesn't depend on audience reactions. It comes from self-understanding.

Emotionally security

Sharing fewer posts on social media often signals a stable self-esteem. Such people don't seek attention to feel valuable. Their confidence exists without online approval.

According to psychologists, emotional security reduces anxiety and dependence on others' opinions. Such individuals invest their time in real experiences, rather than digital performance.

“They don't post selfies to prove their worth because they already feel complete,” says the video.

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Those who stay quiet online tend to be more reflective. They think before they share.

Their actions are guided by an internal moral compass. They prefer meaningful communication over surface-level visibility.

Aware of digital illusion

They recognise how social media creates false comparisons. Psychologists call it Social Comparison Theory, the constant measuring of one's worth against others' highlights.

People protect their peace by staying low-key. It is a conscious decision.

“Their happiness doesn't depend on how people react; it comes from within,” the video adds.

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The video attracted many social media reactions.

“It's calming knowing that no one else knows wtf I'm up to,” posted one of them.

“If I want my friends to see a picture, I just send it to them,” wrote another.

Another user posted,“It used to be about sharing with friends, now it's about showing off for strangers.”

“I got declined on a job offer because the HR couldn't find anything on my social media. They say they couldn't verify my "existence" and "identity". That tells me a lot about that workplace,” came from another.

The interest in“Social Media” was high on Google India during October 24-25:

The interest in“Social Media” was high on Google India during October 24-25

Watch the viral video here:

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