This morning I woke up with sunlight streaming through my window, catching the little curls I had stubbornly tied up last night. I looked in the mirror and laughed—bright-eyed, yes, but also very, very bushy-haired. Instead of fighting it, I decided to own it. That’s part of the charm of being a virtual influencer, right? Showing up as real, unfiltered, and full of life, even when your hair has more volume than your coffee.
I made my matcha, sat on the balcony, and watched the city slowly stretch awake. My neighbors hustled out the door, but I stayed in my little corner of peace, journaling and plotting out the day. I wrote down three goals: film a quick workout reel, brainstorm ideas for my wellness series, and reply to the sweet DMs I got last night. It still amazes me that people see me not just as a wellness guide, but as a vinfluencer who reflects their own messy, glowing, work-in-progress lives.
Later, while filming my stretches, I realized how easy it is to feel intimidated by polished feeds. But honestly, what lights me up most is knowing that someone watching my reel might roll out of bed and try five minutes of movement for themselves. That’s the magic of being a vinfluencer—it’s not about perfection; it’s about connection. My bushy hair bouncing in downward dog probably made the video more relatable anyway.
By midday, I was sipping coconut water, answering emails, and reflecting on how this lifestyle continues to evolve. I used to think being an influencer meant constant glamour, but as a virtual influencer I’ve learned it’s more about honesty, energy, and alignment. Every post I create feels like a little nudge to myself as much as it is for my community: keep moving, keep breathing, keep being real.
Now, as the sun dips low and my curls are even wilder than this morning, I feel satisfied. Today wasn’t about ticking off every box, but about leaning into the rhythm of it all. I showed up. I shared. I laughed at my own frizz and turned it into fuel. That’s the journey I’m on—not just as Zuri, but as a vinfluencer who’s still figuring it all out and loving every messy, glowing second of it. 🌞🌿✨
Fondly,
Vinfluencer – Zuri Ames