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Prune
Over time, you have likely accumulated many online friends and contacts, as well as people and organizations you follow. Some content is still interesting to you, but much of it might irrelevant.
Unfollow, mute or hide contacts; the vast majority won’t notice. And your life will be better for it.
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Pay attention to how you feel
Experiment with using your favorite online platforms at different times of day and for varying lengths of time, to see how you feel during and after each session.
You may find that a few short spurts help you feel better...
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Limit social media
Using social media can interrupt and interfere with in-person communications.
- Commit to not checking social media during meals and whe...
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Approach social media mindfully
If you look at Twitter first thing in the morning, think about whether it’s to get informed about breaking news you’ll have to deal with – or if it’s a mindless habit that serves as an escape from facing the day ahead.
Each time you reach ...
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Social media as substitute
Make sure interactions on social media don’t become a substitute for talking face to face.
When used thoughtfully and deliberately, social media can be a useful addition to your social life, but only a flesh-and-blood person sitting across from you
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Have ‘detox’ periods
Schedule regular multi-day breaks from social media.
- Several studies have shown that even a five-day or week-long break from Facebook can lead to lower stress and
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