The Internet’s Latest Meme & Fad: the Aging Challenge

The Internet’s Latest Meme & Fad: the Aging Challenge

We’ve all seen the posts on Facebook and Instagram with celebrities and friends alike posting their “10-year glow-up challenge” photos.

Maybe you’re tired of it and want a good laugh, or you’ve posted your own 10-year-before-and-after—either way, there’s a lot to be said for the challenge both good and bad.

The 10-Year Glow-Up Challenge in a Nutshell

The challenge is simple: post side by side photos that were taken 10 years apart
Also known as the #HowHardDidAgingHitYou challenge, #GlowUp challenge, and aging challenge

How the Challenge Can Be a Good Thing

Can be a good way to boost your self-esteem
Could be an interesting way to express yourself and show others how far you’ve come
Fun way to show off your hard work (or lack thereof)
The challenge created a hilarious new meme format
Great way to show off your authentic self

...and Not So Good Thing

Can lead you to comparing yourself or your "progress" to that of others in unhealthy ways
The challenges posted may not always be honest, but rather a bid for attention or "internet points"
Could be used to make fun of or harass others (see some of the memes below)
Might be obnoxious to see crowding your social media feeds
You might laugh too hard at some of the challenges and scare your coworkers at office