Dealing with social media is definitely a journey. Some days, I'm great at setting boundaries, while other days they go right out the window 🙃 buuut if my feed is filled with people and things I enjoy, I don't feel as bad(ish) lol!
Love all of these ideas, Millie. I personally limit screen time before bed and also on the weekends. I'm making a concerted effort to get off my phone in front of my kids too. They're already addicted to their iPads and it's up to me to set a good example for our family.
I'm the same way. I really try to make a conscious effort to set a good example for my family. Am I perfect at it? Not at all. But I'm more aware of it now than ever, and I believe it's a good step in the right direction. Thanks for reading, Kuleigh! ☺️
So many practical ideas! Social media use is something I've realized requires consistent recalibration, that awareness has made me feel less guilty when things are off-kilter and serves as a great reminder that it's a maintenance issue. I've been using Opal and have set strict restrictions for social media use, my only window where it's available on my phone is 12-2pm each day and most days I just forget about it and the window passes by. I access things here and there on my computer which feels like a much more deliberate practice and requires intention which I find valuable towards how I'm managing my online life. Thank you for sharing all these great ideas and being vulnerable.
Brittany, that is solid advice. I've come to the same realization that social media needs constant adjustment, which helps me see it's not all or nothing. I will definitely have to check out Opal. I also agree with using my computer for social media. We've gotten so used to mindlessly picking up our phones and going straight to these apps. And I want to change that. For me, the ultimate goal is to be more *intentional* with my social media use.
This post is very insightful, I am currently on week two of my social media detox/vacation. I think when I inevitably go back to it, I will most definitely be implementing your recommendations. Thank you!
Oo I've never seen it put as a "social media vacation" before - love that. Thanks for taking the time to read, Marco. I wish you the best in applying these simple strategies!
Dealing with social media is definitely a journey. Some days, I'm great at setting boundaries, while other days they go right out the window 🙃 buuut if my feed is filled with people and things I enjoy, I don't feel as bad(ish) lol!
Love all of these ideas, Millie. I personally limit screen time before bed and also on the weekends. I'm making a concerted effort to get off my phone in front of my kids too. They're already addicted to their iPads and it's up to me to set a good example for our family.
I'm the same way. I really try to make a conscious effort to set a good example for my family. Am I perfect at it? Not at all. But I'm more aware of it now than ever, and I believe it's a good step in the right direction. Thanks for reading, Kuleigh! ☺️
So many practical ideas! Social media use is something I've realized requires consistent recalibration, that awareness has made me feel less guilty when things are off-kilter and serves as a great reminder that it's a maintenance issue. I've been using Opal and have set strict restrictions for social media use, my only window where it's available on my phone is 12-2pm each day and most days I just forget about it and the window passes by. I access things here and there on my computer which feels like a much more deliberate practice and requires intention which I find valuable towards how I'm managing my online life. Thank you for sharing all these great ideas and being vulnerable.
Brittany, that is solid advice. I've come to the same realization that social media needs constant adjustment, which helps me see it's not all or nothing. I will definitely have to check out Opal. I also agree with using my computer for social media. We've gotten so used to mindlessly picking up our phones and going straight to these apps. And I want to change that. For me, the ultimate goal is to be more *intentional* with my social media use.
These are such great ideas!! I love the scroll patrol one and I do this actually quite frequently!
Side note: I love your hand writing 😍
Yess I love that!! Thank you so much, Leanna 🥰
Love scroll patrol and dump and go. I definitely need boundaries with my social media time, too (as I type this at 11pm 🙃). Also - handwriting goals!
Thanks, Courtney! ☺️ haha 11pm sounds about right for me as well
Very solid tips! I feel like my post today touches lightly on this / overlaps slightly with a brief thought on “likes” being such a thingggg.
Loved your piece, Kristen! Subscribed ✅
oh thank you so much Millie! Back atcha!!
Need to follow these tips 🥹 off topic: the pen is so cute 🙂↔️
Appreciate it sis! 🥰
This post is very insightful, I am currently on week two of my social media detox/vacation. I think when I inevitably go back to it, I will most definitely be implementing your recommendations. Thank you!
Oo I've never seen it put as a "social media vacation" before - love that. Thanks for taking the time to read, Marco. I wish you the best in applying these simple strategies!
This is SO needed 💖
Thank you so much for reading!! 🥹