Ep #34: Why I'm Quitting Instagram

An episode of the Wannabe Balanced | MINDSET Coach podcast, hosted by Crystal Escobar | Wannabe Balanced, titled "Ep #34: Why I'm Quitting Instagram" was published on November 6, 2018 and runs 20 minutes.

November 6, 2018 ·20m · Wannabe Balanced | MINDSET Coach

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Summary

First of all, I’m not quitting completely. Let me explain… For years Instagram has served me well, and at the same time has also been the source of much suffering. I’ve tried every trick in the book to “keep up with the Instagrammers” and it’s been a fun a thrilling ride. But it has also left me feeling depressed for many reasons. In my book, My Life As a Wannabe Balanced Mom (not yet released), I wrote a chapter about this and made it clear that I did not think the way to end all suffering around social media was to quit using it, I believe the goal is to learn the lesson and perhaps even take a break if necessary. So I’m taking a break in order to learn the lesson. I will still be on Insta stories because to me Insta Stories allows me the freedom to be real and authentic. In every Instagram class and course I’ve taken, they always emphasize having beautiful pictures and a color cohesive feed. Although I’ve enjoyed the creative process of curating my pictures to be in alignment with this effective way of gaining traction and building a following, I just feel at this point I’m burned out with it all. I’m tired of following the Instagram “rules”. Is this Instagram suicide? Possibly… Do I care? At the moment, no. How long will this break be? I’m going to say, indefinitely. I am digging deeper into my soul and trying to follow my intuition. Right now this is what my intuition is telling me to do. It feels right for the evolution of my soul. If I feel inspired to post again, I will absolutely do so. But for now you can find me on Insta stories. This move is just another step on my spiritual journey. Peeling the layers off one at a time. I’ve left organized religion because it felt right for ME! I’m taking a break from posting perfect pictures on my feed because it feels right for ME! I love all the amazing talented photographers who continue to use their creative juices to keep things fresh. I'm in no way shaming those who post pretty pics, because I'm sure when I come back, I will continue sharing my best pics. I will still be ON instagram engaging with you wonderful peeps. I’m not REALLY going anywhere, I’m just choosing not to post on my feed. For me I feel I’m more drawn to Podcasting and that’s where I’m choosing to put my focus.

Episode Description

First of all, I’m not quitting completely. Let me explain…

For years Instagram has served me well, and at the same time has also been the source of much suffering. I’ve tried every trick in the book to “keep up with the Instagrammers” and it’s been a fun a thrilling ride. But it has also left me feeling depressed for many reasons. In my book, My Life As a Wannabe Balanced Mom (not yet released), I wrote a chapter about this and made it clear that I did not think the way to end all suffering around social media was to quit using it, I believe the goal is to learn the lesson and perhaps even take a break if necessary.

So I’m taking a break in order to learn the lesson. I will still be on Insta stories because to me Insta Stories allows me the freedom to be real and authentic.

In every Instagram class and course I’ve taken, they always emphasize having beautiful pictures and a color cohesive feed. Although I’ve enjoyed the creative process of curating my pictures to be in alignment with this effective way of gaining traction and building a following, I just feel at this point I’m burned out with it all. I’m tired of following the Instagram “rules”.

Is this Instagram suicide? Possibly… Do I care? At the moment, no. How long will this break be? I’m going to say, indefinitely.

I am digging deeper into my soul and trying to follow my intuition. Right now this is what my intuition is telling me to do. It feels right for the evolution of my soul. If I feel inspired to post again, I will absolutely do so. But for now you can find me on Insta stories.

This move is just another step on my spiritual journey. Peeling the layers off one at a time. I’ve left organized religion because it felt right for ME! I’m taking a break from posting perfect pictures on my feed because it feels right for ME!

I love all the amazing talented photographers who continue to use their creative juices to keep things fresh. I'm in no way shaming those who post pretty pics, because I'm sure when I come back, I will continue sharing my best pics.

I will still be ON instagram engaging with you wonderful peeps. I’m not REALLY going anywhere, I’m just choosing not to post on my feed.

For me I feel I’m more drawn to Podcasting and that’s where I’m choosing to put my focus.