Don’t let these sneaky methods get in the way of your downtime. Believe it or not, social networking Apps are designed to hi-jack our attention and entice us into spending excessive amounts of time on them. When our phones become bombarded with notifications it can become overwhelming. Sometimes, the last thing we want to do after a hard day at work is message or call our friends and family – it is absolutely OK to make yourself unavailable. Our social metre can often run low, making it virtually impossible to enjoy communicating with people. Just because you have a phone doesn’t mean you have to be available. It’s perfectly OK to limit who views your posts and it’s fine to keep a small circle. If you feel judged by anyone, misunderstood by someone or simply just not on the same wavelength as you may have been with a mate back in high school, get rid. Take the reins on who views your life updates and who gets to be a part of your life. I promise you that the satisfaction that comes with cutting these ties is incredible. Social distancing is good for you! If people don’t lift you up, cut them off. I know this seems brutal, but sometimes you’ve got to put you first (insert TikTok reference here). Hit that ‘delete friend’ or ‘unfollow’ button! So, here’s how I made a difference to my social browsing habits: 1. I was getting lost in other people’s lifestyles and would often doubt myself and set myself unrealistic goals based on how strangers portrayed themselves online. So, with that in mind, it’s crucial to re-examine our online habits to take a step towards a healthier mind and lifestyle.įor me, social media has been both a blessing and a burden, as I have been guilty of comparing myself to other girls online. Spending too much time experiencing life through our phones can have an extremely adverse effect on our mental health. Whilst digital communication has its benefits, it is SO important that we nurture relationships through in-person interactions. Humans are social creatures and in today’s world, we arguably spend more time socialising over a quick Facebook post or in response to a ‘story’. By taking just a couple of small steps, you can sweep away any unwanted content (or unwanted friends/connections) and feel encouraged rather than discouraged after a good ol’ scroll of your social accounts.Įssentially, how you are affected by social media is largely determined by how much time we spend on it. Whilst it may be true that we cannot 100% control what we are exposed to online on a daily basis, it is possible to alter and tailor our platforms (to an extent) in order to reduce any ‘negative vibes’. As a result, it is paramount that we find ways to ensure that our news feeds are flooded with positivity. That’s over 2 hours a day consuming content that can have either positive or negative effects on our views, mental health and overall mood. In 2021, statistics revealed that the global average time spent on various social media platforms per day is around 142 minutes. How often have you encountered feelings of insecurity, anxiety or inadequacy in response to something you’ve seen on social media? If you’re anything like me, you might be whispering the answer “all the time” at your screen right now. Right, let’s be honest and open with each other.
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