Once upon a time, there was a dog named Charlie. Charlie loved nothing more than lounging on the couch with his owner and scrolling through his Instagram feed. He spent hours every day checking out pictures of his friends, family, and other dogs from around the world.

But as time went on, Charlie began to feel a sense of envy and dissatisfaction with his life. All the other dogs on social media seemed to be living glamorous lives filled with adventure, fancy outfits, and an endless supply of bones. Meanwhile, Charlie felt stuck in his boring routine of napping, eating, and going for the occasional walk.

Charlie’s depression started to take a toll on his physical health. He lost his appetite and began to withdraw from his owner. His owner noticed that something was wrong and took him to the vet.

After a thorough examination, the vet diagnosed Charlie with “social media-induced depression.” She explained that spending too much time on social media can make people (and apparently dogs) feel envious and dissatisfied with their own lives.

Charlie was devastated by the diagnosis. He had been so wrapped up in the world of social media that he had forgotten what was real and what was just a carefully curated facade.

But then, a realization dawned on him. All the other dogs he had been envious of were probably feeling the same way he was. They were just as flawed, insecure, and imperfect as he was. The only difference was that they had a better social media presence.

Charlie made a vow to spend less time on social media and more time living in the moment. He started going on longer walks with his owner, exploring new places, and trying new treats. He even started his own Instagram account, but this time he made a point to share the ups and downs of his real life, rather than just the highlights.

And you know what? Charlie’s depression lifted, and he started to feel happier than he had in a long time. He realized that life was about more than just likes and followers, and that the most important thing was to enjoy the little moments with the people (and dogs) he loved.

So if you’re ever feeling down about your own life compared to what you see on social media, remember Charlie’s story. You never know what’s really going on behind the filter.