“Highlighting 10 Awesome Instagram Accounts to Follow for Inspiration and Positivity”
By now, we all know about the negative side effects of social media. From obsessive scrolling habits to excessively comparing ourselves to others—social media can take its toll in a number of ways.
For those reasons and many others, I avoided the use of social media for many years. In fact, it wasn’t until two-and-a-half years ago that I decided to give social media a chance. This led me to create my first Instagram account.
Since doing so, what I’ve discovered with social media is that along with all the bad, comes a lot of good. From my experience, I can confidently say that when used responsibly, social media can offer many positive benefits.
From improving our mental health to keeping us motivated and inspired, engaging on social media can provide many advantages. Currently, I use various platforms for various reasons. But I personally find Instagram to be the most uplifting. In this article, I’ll be sharing 10 accounts to follow on Instagram for inspiration.
One thing about me, I’m a woman of faith. And for that reason, this is one of my best-loved accounts.
The one thing we all have in common is that we’re each fighting some sort of battle—even the ones we don’t speak about.
What I love about Kimberly Phinney, the creator of this account, is that she’s very transparent about her struggles. Through her devotional writing, Kimberly encourages others to trust God in the midst of suffering.
Inspired by her own life story, Kimberly writes about coping with physical health challenges, mental health, parenting, and so much more.
In a world that never seems to quiet down, this account encourages a more mindful, slower-paced lifestyle.
Many of us have gotten so used to measuring our self-worth by busyness that we tend to feel guilty when we allow ourselves to rest and take it slow. On this account, you’ll find gentle pearls of wisdom to help you release negative feelings, build simpler daily habits, and invite more grace into your life.
Follow @nicolajanehobbs if you aspire to become a more relaxed woman.
If you’re on a journey of self-discovery and self-love, then this is THE account for you.
On this account, Alex Elle offers beautiful insight that encourages us to look deeper within ourselves and embrace who we truly are.
From healing childhood wounds to overcoming deep insecurity, her posts provide heartfelt messages to help guide her readers towards personal alignment and emotional strength.
As a homemaker, I’m delighted to share this account. We live in a society that doesn’t always value domestic work, which is what makes this account so special to me.
If you’re passionate about good old-fashioned homemaking and simple living, then you would definitely appreciate @motherinthenorthernlands.
Each post gives a calm, charming effect that truly captures the art and beauty of homemaking. On this account, the creator shares her personal journey as a traditional wife and mom. She also writes inspiring messages for women who—like myself—love life at home!
“Every minute you spend trying to prove yourself to other people is a minute that could be spent appreciating the person you’ve already worked so hard to become.”
Over the recent years, I’ve put in a great deal of effort to heal my self-worth. And those words, written by Michell C. Clark, always speak to me.
This is one of those accounts that will inspire you to see yourself, love yourself, and choose yourself… over and over again. Not only will this account help you feel empowered to heal the relationship with yourself—but it provides the tools to help deepen your connection with your spouse or partner as well.
Great things take time. (It’s you, you’re the great thing).
Michell C. Clark
When it comes to social media, I aim to follow accounts that help me see the best in myself… and others. And this account does just that.
The author, Helen Marie, shares gentle reminders to help foster self-reflection and personal growth. I recommend this account because it provides a touch of everything—including self-care tips, self-love habits, and self-regulation techniques.
The artwork alone is enough reason to follow this account. But along with the aesthetically pleasing images and designs, Morgan Harper Nichols shares beautiful words of poetry that invite us to breathe, reflect, and approach life from a positive point of view.
This is my absolute go-to account when I need to feel uplifted and inspired. If you’re a fan of empowering art and poetry, then you should definitely hit that “follow” button!
This account is dedicated to moms who have older kiddos and are managing the transition to an empty nest.
The truth is—it’s a blessing to watch our children grow up—but it’s not always easy. Having access to the right resources can help us cope with (and embrace) the changing seasons.
On this account, Allie Hill inspires moms to regain happiness and rediscover their sense of purpose as their children become more independent.
As women, many of us struggle with unwanted physical and emotional premenstrual symptoms every month. In fact, studies show that 3 of every 4 women experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Personally, PMS controlled my life for several years. Until one day, I decided I was tired of suffering. By dedicating time to understanding the causes of PMS—and by practicing better self-care habits—my monthly symptoms have become more tolerable.
Along with small lifestyle changes, I also follow Instagram accounts like @hermoodmentor to gain a deeper understanding of how my hormones affect my life.
If you desire to feel better by managing (and reducing) premenstrual symptoms, then this is a great account to follow for knowledge and inspiration.
According to Cory Allen himself, he writes “slow thoughts for fast times.” And I couldn’t agree more.
I love this account for the simplicity it offers, but mostly for its thought-provoking written content.
Follow @heycoryallen to expand your perspective on life, deepen your gratitude practice, and to cultivate a more positive mindset.
Like anything else, social media is what YOU make of it, and following the right accounts can contribute to your overall health, happiness, and growth.
There are many great accounts to follow on Instagram for inspiration, but I only chose to share a few in today’s post. What Instagram accounts would you add to this list? Drop your favorites in the comments!
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