This is a really tough one, I don’t even have to tell you. As some might insist, social media is not evil, but it is how we use it that decides which, at the end of the scale, it falls in our lives.
Social media is an excellent tool for learning, making connections and building a brand, and so much more. However, it can also be a constant trigger for us and a source of unrealistic pressure. Not to mention the constant trolls and insensitive jokes and takes.
Plus, we waste so much time on social media that we could have used doing other things we keep putting off. Is watching every single story on your feed necessary? Or scrolling on Twitter till you get to the bottom really necessary? Let me answer that. No, it isn’t.
If you aren’t careful, social media can affect your mood, confidence, goals, and attitude.
This month, try a social media detox. Turn off your notifications for your social apps (do not include those you use to receive communication about work or school, or other projects)
Only check your phone on your break or at the end of your day. I’m sure you’ll notice how much extra time you have to do other things you love.
Curriculum
- 4 Sections
- 30 Lessons
- 30 Days
- Week 1: Awareness and Prep8
- Week 2: Replacing the Scroll8
- Week 3: Building a Better Routine8
- Week 4: Reclaiming Your Time10
- 4.0Day 22: Reassess Priorities
- 4.1Day 23: Batch Social Time
- 4.2Day 24: Celebrate Offline
- 4.3Day 25: Learn Something New
- 4.4Day 26: Digital Detox Day
- 4.5Day 27: Reconnect with Yourself
- 4.6Day 28: Reflection Sunday
- 4.7Day 29: Plan for Post-Challenge
- 4.8Day 30: Celebrate Your Success
- 4.9Weekly Check-In2 Questions
Requirements
- HONEST COMMITMENT: Be ready to step away from social media. It’s not easy, but you’ll gain a sense of freedom and balance if you stick with it.
- ACCOUNTABILITY TOOLS: Consider using apps or phone settings that monitor screen time or block access to certain apps temporarily.
- DAILY REFLECTION: Have a journal or notebook to track your feelings, progress, and what you do with your extra time each day.
- FLEXIBILITY: For work or school purposes, social media apps may still need to be accessed. The goal is mindfulness, not cold-turkey abstinence.