How to Do a Social Media Detox (and Why You Should Right Away)
8 easy to follow tips to reclaim your mental space.
“All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” — Blaise Pascal
Using social media has become an integral part of life, and if you’re stuck at home, you might be tempted to cling to social media more intensely than ever. But this is a perfect time to do a detox, and you should try it for many reasons.
The Digital Highs and Lows
Social media allows us to share our thoughts, our photos, and even life’s most important milestones that used to concern nobody but our nearest and dearest.
But this is not a one-way street. You give, but you also take in return. There’s a whole spectrum of emotions that arise as you voraciously skim through your newsfeed.
Your phone can bring you joy, new insights, and thoughtful moments. It can make you feel less alone. At the same time, it can cause envy, sadness, self-criticism, and even disillusionment or distrust.
It’s a real rollercoaster of emotions, and all too often, we don’t enjoy the ride. So why can’t we get off when it stops being fun?
