Why to delete social media apps to overcome addiction instead of controlling the use of it?
Have seen many people deleting the apps to overcome addiction, deleting social media apps may not be the ideal solution to addiction, in my opinion.
While social media can make you feel jealous, lonely, and addicted, it also has its own advantages. It can remind you of people you almost forgot that exists, serve as a birthday reminder, act as a news source, memes and reels provide entertainment, while posts about others' experiences prompt reflection on your own life choices.
For instance, seeing someone's gym photo may inspire you to focus on your fitness, while vacation posts may encourage you to plan a trip amidst a busy schedule. Posts about weddings might make you contemplate your own marriage. Why miss out on all these?
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That's your opinion, man.
I once used it, got addicted, then uninstalled and never logged in.
That's the point, you got addicted means you are getting something out of it again and again which you're liking.
Why to completely stop consuming what you are liking and instead why not make a habit to reduce or control the use of it?
It's not like smoking a cigarette where even small consumption everyday will kill you slowly.
It's a cigarette, bro. The content I was consuming gave me instant dopamine, but after hours of scrolling, I found out that it didn't add any knowledge. Instead, it wasted my time, which I could have used for productive work.
It's like that toxic relationship you can't let go of, but at the same time, it's consuming you from the inside. One day, you make the decision to cut it off from your life, and it turns out to be the best decision ever.
Sometimes, you don't need to fight; all you need to do is ignore it and move on.
Just question. Is there anything you are getting? If yes , use it.
Else, remove.
Simple. I removed Instagram/Fb;
Using Grapevine & twitter for news/memes
Simple. Because it's an easier way to control it. Once they understand it's an addiction it's already too far gone where they might be scrolling through it for 4 or 8 hours a day. Rather than keep it there to reduce it slowly.. they quit it by uninstalling the app. No more notifications. No more opening the app. It's easier to quit.
For those looking for an alternative, try digital wellbeing tools. You can limit total screen time and screen time per app.