Here we are in a time of humanity where EVERYONE, place and thing is being questioned. The term deepfake generally refers to false images, videos, or audio that have been manipulated by AI; however, for the purpose of this post, I am using the term to refer to "fake people." If you built an empire on false foundations, wear a seedy social mask to work, hide the truth behind a false visade, then you are a deep fake. Your "fakeness" has been your armor and defense in a world that allowed you to exist because at least, in America, synthetic is accepted. Since the Me Too movement surfaced in 2006, we began to see transparency in American culture particularly in celebrity and political culture around sexual harassment. Movements expose truths and raise awareness of deepfakes. Jumping to the present time, the Epstein files exposed the worst criminal enterprise involving elites, political figures, and celebrities. The fall of deepfakes is likely going to continue to happen because we are in a different time; the age of Aquarius, in astrology, means an astrological time that promises innovation, ideas, and change. Similar to the 1960's when there was significant progress in social justice movements fighting for peace, equity, and liberation. It is believed that "The Age of Aquarius" is a time where the good, honest people will rise and lead a time of more harmonious connections, transformation and freedom. This new movement takes the "me" and forms a "we" which leads to the exposure of society's deepfake population.
So, what are some of the key reasons fake people are being exposed now. Let's briefly explore the most obvious reasons as follows:
-AI technology. AI is creating doubt and making people question what is real and what is fake. Fake social media presence and influencers being exposed is creating a mistrust in what we are seeing. People are demanding receipts now. If you say you are, you better walk the talk or you are a fraud.
-COVID 19. The pandemic created a time where people's isolation and emotional strain created an ideal environment for the misinformation trend and fake news. The media caused great confusion during this time. Emotions and fear were at an all time high and no one could decipher what was real. From this experience, people expect more out of life and are more willing now to look beyond the box to achieve goals, and happiness; not just accepting what is told to us.
-Social media and performance. Everyone trying to be an influencer and buying into the false visade that creating content is your lottery ticket created the pressure for people to look successful and abandon authenticity. The Kardashians are a great example of surreal which exposes the false narrative of success and beauty standards.
-Self awareness. The rise of wellness and reclaiming your power and authenticity is prominent now. In today's landscape, people are seeing that their outside world is a mess so more people are looking inward, becoming more self aware and looking to therapy to battle trauma and their shadow self. A healed person is more self aware, empowered and has the tools to create a healthier, happier life.
-Whistleblowers. People coming forward and expressing their truth about injustice in society is making it safe, important and paving a way for a better world. The truth always prevails.
Finally that brings the question of how can we recognize the deepfakes? It's a hard task but most deepfakes, despite their charisma and charm, are triggered by the following:
1. Authenticity
2.Constructive criticism
3.Kindness/Empathy
4. Your success
5. Vulnerability
6. Honesty
So look around the world is full of fake people, agendas, stories and I recommend people strengthen their intuition which will allow them to be more discerning of who is being authentic and who is a deepfake. I encourage more people to fact check, look behind the filter, and use discernment with who and what we choose to believe. Also, I issue a warning to the decepticons in our society; you will be exposed. It's already happening.
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Sources: Rolfson, Erick ,Who falls for fake news? 4/9/2025 Neurosciencenews.com
Roberts, Brad, 14 things that seriously trigger fake People 8/13/2025 Bolde.com
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