The Cuban influencer Flor de Cuba has firmly responded to the criticism she has received on social media regarding her new car, an old and used Toyota. In a video shared on her social platforms, she expressed her views on those who go into debt to maintain a false image in the United States.
"They make fun of my car on social media because it's a Toyota. I bought an old, used car. The truth is that when I was in Cuba, I heard about the inflated prices here in the United States, but until you arrive, you don't realize the reality. People go into debt to own a car that isn't really theirs, a car they can't afford, and end up owing all that money. They live in a distorted reality and are practically unable to sleep due to the worries of maintaining that false illusion in which they live," the influencer stated.
Flor de Cuba also defended his lifestyle and the achievements he has made in Cuba: “Everyone knows that I live well in Cuba; I even have several properties. If I succeeded there, where it’s more difficult, it’s because I stay grounded.”
He also criticized those who, in an attempt to project success and wealth, end up facing financial or legal troubles: “Then news comes out about influencers who are involved in shady dealings or who simply owe money or have scammed someone.”
Despite the mockery, the influencer made it clear that she focuses on her own personal progress: "Every day I remind myself that the only person I need to impress is me. That's why I don't let others' standards of success guide me. If for me, owning a four-thousand-dollar car in the United States is an achievement, no amount of ridicule will make me question it. There's no better feeling in the world than accepting yourself and feeling proud of who you are."
Finally, he sent a thoughtful message to his followers: “Remember that true enjoyment lies in the process, not the outcome. Pretending to have money won’t earn you respect, because there will always be someone who has more than you.”
Some users reacted to his words saying:
“At least you don’t owe $31,000 like La Diosa for the Cadillac.”
"I also bought my Toyota with cash to start. It's better to sleep peacefully and not try to impress others, rather than losing sleep over the stress of debt."
"My first car here was a 2009 Nissan Murano. It cost us $4,500, we paid in cash, and it served us well. Thanks to that, little by little."
"What is yours belongs to you anywhere in the world. Congratulations and blessings. Those who mock don’t understand what it means to hold the title in your hands."
Frequently Asked Questions about Flor de Cuba and its Used Toyota
Why did Flor de Cuba defend her used Toyota?
Flor de Cuba defended her used Toyota to criticize the social pressure to project success through material possessions, such as expensive cars. She expressed that many people in the United States go into debt to maintain a false image and live with financial stress, while she prefers to have a stable financial life and sleep peacefully.
What is Flor de Cuba's stance on appearances on social media?
Flor de Cuba strongly criticizes the trend on social media of pretending to have what one does not. She promotes authenticity and defends her choice to maintain a lifestyle based on her own values and achievements, without being swayed by social expectations or external standards of success.
What message does Flor de Cuba want to convey about personal success?
Flor de Cuba conveys that true personal success does not rely on the approval of others or material possessions, but rather on personal satisfaction and authenticity. It emphasizes the importance of impressing oneself and accepting one's achievements with pride, without falling into the trap of appearances.
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