How To *Not* Hate Social Media (Or Have It Destroy Your Mental Health)

If you think social media is toxic or you feel like it’s detrimental to your mental health, you NEED to listen to this episode – especially if you’re an online coach.Because here’s the undeniable truth: Social media is THE BEST, most effective way to market your programs and services… and if you’re not creating content + posting regularly, you’re definitely missing out on sales.Fortunately, even if you currently have a negative or unhealthy relationship with social media, you *CAN*  turn it around – and that’s what today’s episode is all about. You’ll learn how to set boundaries that protect you from endless scrolling + comparing yourself to others, along with essential mindset shifts to help you overcome your fears, doubts + insecurities so social media becomes fun (and stress-free) again.Plus, I’m sharing how my feelings regarding social media have evolved over time, why I FULLY support being completely delusional on Instagram, and the many reasons I don’t care about engagement anymore (hint: it truly doesn’t matter).In this episode, I cover:Why you NEED to listen to this episode if you’re an online coach (or want to become one) who struggles with social media [4:00]My formerly unhealthy relationship with social media and how it’s evolved [5:05]Why it’s essential to understand + believe that your relationship with social media CAN change [8:10]Setting time boundaries with your social media use/consumption and intentionally increasing mindfulness [11:40]The benefits of turning OFF all social media notifications on your phone [17:30]Limiting scrolling and how I’ve curated my personal Instagram + TikTok accounts to include only fun, feel-good content [20:35]What happened when I constantly compared myself to other coaches + creators on social media in the past [22:05]Why hate-following is actually VERY harmful to your mental health [25:15]Ruthlessly clearing out the people I follow on Instagram [27:00]Changing my perception of other people’s behavior on social media [29:45]How cancel culture + the desire for privacy is impacting social media engagement and why we need to adjust our expectations [32:40]Why a lack of comments, likes, etc. doesn’t necessarily mean your content isn’t landing or that no one cares [34:55]Getting delusional on Instagram, why it works so well for me and how it can 100% work for *YOU* [37:50]Why I no longer care about engagement on Instagram and how that has helped my business grow [40:45]The bottom line: If you want a better, healthier relationship with social media, you have to do the work [42:55]Connect with Lynette:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynettemarieh Coaching With Impact Facebook group (my free business coaching group!): https://www.facebook.com/groups/coachingwithimpact Fitness Coaching Business Accelerator: https://fcbaprogram.comThe Wellness CEO Mastermind: https://lynettemariefit.clickfunnels.com/optin1634051235214