Recently, many people have probably been receiving phone alerts that their screen time is much higher than average. Thanks to the Coronavirus Pandemic, the time you would usually use getting ready and commuting is now easily replaced with scrolling through social media newsfeeds. Social media can be a great way to stay connected to family, friends, and coworkers. But it can also be healthy to take a break. Who doesn’t love a good detox?
Social media detoxes (sometimes called digital detoxes) have been popular for a few years now. Here are a few of the benefits of doing one.
It breaks the FOMO cycle– Watching others’ well-curated lives on social media may plant seeds of envy and resentment. While many people joke about ‘FOMO’, the fear of missing out can be anxiety inducing. Scrolling through your newsfeed, it is only natural to compare your life to the ones you are seeing. Viewing yourself, your activities, and your relationships through the distorted lens of comparison can be a great weight on your mental health.
You stop depending on virtual likes– Another anxiety-inducing byproduct of social media is the search for external validation. Have you ever posted a photo or status and only gotten one or two likes? That pang of disappointment can trick you into thinking that you don’t have the approval or admiration of others. In reality, it’s probably just time of posting, algorithms, or some other technical explanation.
You get a break from stress-inducing newsfeeds– A decade ago, social media was mainly a source of chatting with friends, listening to music, and sharing photos. With the added additions of news articles, memes, and digital ads, newsfeeds can easily get overwhelming and add to the stress of your everyday life.
It refreshes your mind, body, and spirit– Taking a break from social media gives your mind and body a chance to reset. A digital detox frees up time to exercise and get some fresh air outside, both of which have positive effects on your mood, and will help uplift your spirits.
Social media detoxing doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to close all of your accounts and toss your phone into the bottom of the ocean like Titanic. Like physical detoxes, there are many different options and there is sure to be one to fit your lifestyle. Here are some options for starting a social media detox:
Social media detoxes can be as long or as short as you’d like. Some people feel empowered with 30 day detoxes while others are satisfied with 24 hours. Any amount of time that you are comfortable with is absolutely fine. The point of this cleanse is to be kind to yourself, renew your energy, and enlighten your mood. In these times where feelings of isolation and loneliness may come easily, it is important to always be able to reach out to friends or family if you need to.
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