Part 9/12:
What Could Have Been Different?
For a celebrity or influencer, managing online disputes requires self-awareness and restraint. Healey’s overzealous attempts to defend himself and Banks’ blunt comments about appearance both exemplify poor impulse control. Instead of engaging in the toxic back-and-forth, a more mature approach—muting, ignoring, or simply not engaging—would have been healthier for both parties.
The incident also highlights the importance of social media literacy—knowing how posts can be taken out of context and the risks involved in volatile exchanges. It’s a reminder that online platforms, while powerful tools for expression, can be pitfalls when used impulsively.