How to Use Social Media in a Healthy Way

Social media gives us the opportunity to turn off our brains and let us escape a little bit. There are a lot of benefits to social media, it can offer us connection with others, a source of enjoyment as we look at cute baby animals, and so much more. Not all social media is bad, but if we’re not careful, it can turn toxic if we’re following the wrong things.    Social media can be bad for you if you do not set healthy boundaries and you use it to compare yourself to others. Social media has the ability to isolate you and give you unrealistic expectations or ‘fear of missing out’. You can feel like everyone else is having so much fun except for you, and you can feel guilty or negatively about yourself when people don’t invite you or include you in these ‘social events’.    There was a study that said 60% of social media users felt like it hurt their self-esteem and made them feel like they’re not good enough. It’s also been reported that Instagram causes body issues in teenage girls. The constant scrolling on social media can also disrupt our sleep and cause us depression and anxiety.     If you feel like social media and your phone is hurting you more than it is helping you, then now is the time to get conscious about your usage of the app. If you open it mindlessly, take a pause and keep track of how many times you’re just aimlessly scrolling. Disable notifications so that you have a bit of peace of mind. Need a real break? Delete the apps temporarily! See how it makes you feel after a few days, do you feel lighter or does it give you more anxiety? Try adjusting your social media habits bit by bit for a healthier and more mindful lifestyle.    Continue Your Growth Journey: Kaminiwood.com