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Social Media: The Addictive Lifestyle

It often happens that when you start posting and scrolling on social media, it becomes an addiction and a 'need' to satisfy every day. Soon, it will start to dominate your life and your mind.

You may not want to delete it because you won't be able to stay updated on what other people are doing and the news from the 'outside world.

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The Need To Be Seen

The Need To Be Seen

Do everything in order to show something to someone, and I don't mean to show your best friend something. I mean to show your outfit, what you're doing at the moment, your pictures, and even your private life, for example, on your Instagram stories.

Once, I heard one of my...

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Bad Consequences

Bad Consequences

If you're in the loop, you don't realize how bad it can become, and some people don't want to accept that this could also lead to dangerous consequences. For example:

  • Social anxiety
  • Occasional depression
  • Difficulty in making...

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Are There Any Pros About Using Social Media?

Are There Any Pros About Using Social Media?

I think so. For example, there are many social accounts where we can learn about places in the world, literature, philosophy, science, and more. Or we can follow in the footsteps of those who truly have an enlightened point of view or a particular way of thinking.

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Fake Identities

Fake Identities

Saying "Fake Identity" is probably an exaggeration, but it's true that many people show the best part of them, and maybe it's not even real. Maybe they're not satisfied in that moment, but is important to post something beautiful to see, because real feelings sometimes cannot be ...

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Let me know what you think in the comments. I would like to create a collaborative community to share opinions about different topics.

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Personal Experience

Personal Experience

I deleted Instagram three months ago after using it three times a week for a year. I have no regrets about this decision because I've become aware of the potential long-term consequences on my skin.

I don't think social media is inherently bad. They can be used with the awareness that what...

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Assess your media intake

Be less informed about the business outside your door. There is a point where bad news can wait.

It's essential to take a step back and think about what it means to stay informed. Consider only viewing trusted news sources instead of scrolling through social media. Try to ...

OVERCOME YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA ADDICTION, FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS

1. Admit that you are addicted and it is not a good thing. You have to realize that hooking on to the net to watch what others are doing is unhealthy – for your body, mind and brain. This will be your first step towards de-addiction.

3. Disable all notifica...

Bad News And Social Media

Too much panic-inducing news can cause unnecessary alarm and anxiety. It is advisable to stay clear of fake news and implausible claims on social media.

At the same time, it is also important to know the essential updates, like the recommended social distancing and events being canceled.

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