I've deleted many apps from my smartphone, including Facebook, LinkedIn and Messenger. I don't believe in 'Insta' anything. I believe that true connection happens over time, in-person, over phone calls. We can see each other, hear each other. I believe that a more connected world will reduce mental health problems. The effort begins with us, you and me.
I keep my app notifications to a minimum. My system works better less stimulation and without constant distraction. Ideally, I'd like to throw my phone in to the ocean (meaning get rid of it completely). If I had friends and family living near me, that would be possible. Until then, I'll go for walks without my smartphone, and do what I can to use social media and my smartphone and NOT be used by it.
It would help me greatly if you could take a moment to share this for with the people you care about.
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