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Setting Boundaries in Social Media for better YOU!

Did you know, that there are 4.70 billion social media users around the world in July 2022,  it's almost 60% of the total global population.
And social media user numbers have continued growth since then.




So the question now???

How much time do you spend on social media each day? Minutes, hours? Do you even bother counting?


Jokes on me, I realized that I also spent a quarter of my day doing what I called " Doom Scrolling", from anxious over a heated political exchange, what's happening nowadays?, or feeling like drowning my FOMO in a pint of ice cream or cake, then I will be in good company.



The time that we spend so much scrolling on social media can have a profound effect on our wellness—both mental and physical. In fact, research has shown that time on social media can cause depression, anxiety, and any psychological distress. Other studies, meanwhile, have found that our experience on social networks could contribute to weight gain, increase feelings of loneliness, or even become an addiction. 




This tiny digital beast has become a part of you, an extension of you,  an avatar that you created from the energy stored deep inside, away from the real world. It's so sad right???

Therefore, building and protecting your boundaries on social media is crucial for your mental health, relationships, family life, and productivity. 

And here are some tips that I really ... really apply to my life!!! And it works for me...

1. Unfollow, Unfollow, Unfollow


You know who they are—the people on your social channels who constantly create posts, stir up conflict, or simply rub you the wrong way. Continual showing negative interactions, and distressing messages isn’t exactly a mental health booster, and luckily you are in no way obligated to keep the negativity in your feed. Trust me, I have been unfollowing so many people, Remember that I and you don’t owe anyone on social media—and your mental health comes first, always. 

2. Pause Before Posting

Social media’s effect on your health isn’t just about what you take in; it’s also about what you put out there. 

Perhaps it’s time to examine your motivations with a gut check. Before you post something on social media, it’s important to ask yourself why you are posting this, and what might happen as a result, is it going to be okay for me and also the people surrounding me. Remember we have to carefully consider the consequences of posting something online. 



3. Practice Social Media Fasting

Even though time on social media, could improve your health when you do it correctly, it’s still a smart move to take breaks here and there. In fact, stepping back might benefit your physical and emotional well-being.  (Heck, a break from social media might be just what you need to finally find time for that workout.) 
This digital kinda fasting also allows you to see how social media is serving you. Consider turning off notifications (or just not logging in) on weekends, after a certain hour in the evenings, or even for a week or more at a time. Having an offline life may be can be a start for you to reboot to have a healthier version of yourself and being connected again to all the people surrounding you. 



Well, those tips work well perfectly for me and I really wish it does good for you too. Having strong boundaries on social media is protecting your life's vital relationships, especially with your family. 

Protect your integrity, mental health, and wellbeing by setting healthy boundaries around social media. Be smart online as you are in real life.

TAKE CARE...



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