There are certain pieces of information that, once learned, completely change the way we behave. One of those, for me, was discovering that Instagram allows more than 10 photos in a carousel post. Suddenly, the floodgates opened, and my already over-the-top posting habits reached new levels of excess. Maybe, just maybe, it would have been better if no one had told me about this. Here’s why.
1. My Friends Now Fear My Vacation Posts
Before this knowledge, I was already the kind of person who posted a bit too much when on vacation. A sunset here, a beach shot there, maybe a picture of my overly complicated brunch. But now? Oh, now my followers get to experience the entire vacation in real time, in a single post.
We’re talking 37 pictures of the ocean from slightly different angles, multiple selfies with palm trees, and at least five shots of my tropical drink sweating in the sun. My captions? “Just a few highlights! 🌴✨☀️” as if I didn’t just document every moment like a National Geographic photographer.
2. Birthdays Have Become Full-Blown Biographies
It used to be simple: one nice birthday post for a friend with a cute picture and a heartfelt message. But now that I can add unlimited photos? My friends are getting full life retrospectives. Baby photos, embarrassing middle school pictures, college party candids, screenshots of our funniest conversations—nothing is off-limits.
Instead of a simple “Happy Birthday! 🎉” my posts now feel like documentaries. And while my friends love the nostalgia, they also live in fear of what forgotten pictures I might dig up.
3. My Food Posts Are Practically a Recipe Book
Food bloggers, I’m coming for you. Now that I can add more than 10 pictures, I no longer feel the need to limit myself. One picture of my dinner? Absolutely not. You’re getting every single course, plus close-ups of each dish, the menu, and even a behind-the-scenes shot of my plate before I dig in.
I have fully embraced the “food journey” concept. It’s no longer just about showing the meal; it’s about telling the story of the meal. And if my dinner happens to include an aesthetically pleasing drink? Well, prepare yourself for at least five different angles of that too.
4. My Concert Posts Rival the Official Tour Photographer
Concerts used to be a place where I’d take a couple of quick videos, post one to my story, and call it a night. But now that I know I can add unlimited photos? Every concert I attend turns into a full-blown event coverage.
Blurry shots of the stage? Check. Zoomed-in video clips with distorted audio? Absolutely. A moment where the artist made eye contact with me from 50 rows away? 100%.
By the time I’m done posting, my carousel feels like an entire album drop. And honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way.
5. I Have No Restraint When It Comes to Pet Photos
Look, my pet is adorable. And now that I can upload a limitless number of photos, I have no reason to hold back. My followers are getting daily content: my pet sleeping, my pet slightly changing positions, my pet staring dramatically out the window.
Gone are the days of choosing just one cute picture. Now, I upload an entire series of nearly identical shots with captions like “Couldn’t pick just one! 🥹🐾” knowing full well that I didn’t even try.
6. Every Wedding Is an Editorial Spread
I used to be respectful at weddings—maybe a group picture, a shot of the cake, and a cute moment of the couple. Now, every wedding I attend turns into a personal project. The bride and groom get their own segment, the floral arrangements get their own, the dance floor gets its own, and let’s not forget my outfit photos.
By the time I’m done, my wedding carousel rivals Vogue’s coverage. My followers don’t even have to be there; they’ve already seen the whole thing through my extensive documentation.
7. My Yearly Recaps Are an Emotional Rollercoaster
End-of-year recap posts used to be simple. A highlight photo, a reflection, and a hopeful note for the new year. But now? Now I curate a full-length slideshow of my greatest moments.
January starts with a snow-covered selfie, February shows my Valentine’s dinner, March is full of blurry party pictures, and it just keeps going. By the time we reach December, I’ve effectively created a mini-documentary of my year. And if you think I’m cutting down on pictures, you’re wrong—I’m adding MORE every year
8. My DIY Projects Now Have Step-by-Step Guides
Any minor home improvement or DIY craft I do is now a full-on tutorial. It doesn’t matter if I’m just rearranging my bookshelves—my followers are getting a before-and-after, close-ups of the details, and maybe even a dramatic reveal.
I could be assembling IKEA furniture, and you’d think I was redesigning an entire house based on the sheer number of images I upload.
9. Even My Lazy Days Have Become Overly Documented
Before, if I had a lazy Sunday, I might post one cozy picture with a “lazy day vibes” caption. But now? Now you’re getting a full carousel. The book I’m reading, my coffee, my pajama socks, my couch setup, my TV screen—everything gets documented.
It’s not just a lazy day; it’s an experience. And I need you to see every moment of it.
10. The Algorithm Might Love Me, But My Friends Are Exhausted
Instagram’s algorithm rewards engagement, and let’s just say my posts get plenty of it. The more pictures I post, the longer people stay scrolling. But while the algorithm might be on my side, my friends are reaching their limits.
I get messages like “That was a journey” and “You really posted 45 photos?” But I also get the occasional “I feel like I was there with you!” which is exactly the energy I’m going for.
So, was it better if no one told me about unlimited carousel posts? Maybe. But am I going to stop? Absolutely not. If anything, I’m just getting started. ❤️🙈
