The Aesthetic Trap: When identity becomes a brand

In today’s hyper-visual world, especially on social media, identity is often curated like a brand. We choose aesthetics, angles, and captions to present who we are—or who we want others to see. But when personality becomes performance, sincerity (ikhlas) is at risk. Even our piety, growth, and modesty can be reduced to content for an audience. Islam calls us back to something real—grounding us in inner strength, not external approval. Join us for a powerful evening exploring how to: ✨ Recognize the “aesthetic trap” in digital spaces 🧠 Navigate identity and performance online 🤍 Reclaim sincerity and authenticity through Islam 📍 Maryam Islamic Center 🗓 April 18 🕗 7:45 PM