Hi, my name is Matt Jupp and I am an addict.
have an addictive personality and I love creating and consuming content on social media.
Social media has become an integral part of our lives, allowing us to learn, be entertained, grow our business, and connect with friends, family, and even strangers from all over the world.
Bringing people closer…
There is certainly “too much of a good thing” when it comes to being online.
It can have a negative impact on our mental health.
No wonder why GEN Z is feeling so burned out and deflated in 2023!
Something I am sure you can relate to is the constant comparison to others.
Social media can create unrealistic expectations of life, leading to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem.
Although in reality in front of us all, we are seeing either someone else’s highlight reel, the top 1% on our feeds or the best of the best…
Just seeing other people’s picture-perfect lives, followers or viral content can make us feel like we are not doing enough, not living up to our potential, or not living our best life.
This can lead to feelings of depression and anxiety.
Another impact of social media on mental health is the constant need for validation.
As I mentioned at the start social media can create an addiction to likes, comments, and shares, leading to a constant need for validation from others.
This can be detrimental to our mental health, as it creates a cycle of dependence on external validation, leading to feelings of low self-worth and anxiety when we don’t receive enough likes or comments.
I discuss more this topic here on my Youtube Channel
This can prevent you from making content, and not showing up regularly which you need to do to grow and build a community while sadly starting to not enjoy being on the platforms.
Either for work or pleasure enjoying the process is going to certainly make your life a lot easier and help you reach your goals.
Social media can also negatively impact sleep patterns, which can affect mental health.
Late-night scrolling can lead to poor sleep quality, leading to feelings of exhaustion, irritability, and anxiety.
Personally, I have to avoid any social media or phone activity an hour before I go to bed.
I just get too stimulated!
Finally, social media can impact our ability to connect with others in real life.
Social media can also make us feel like we are connected to others, even when we are not, leading to a false sense of community and support.
So, what can we do to protect ourselves from the negative impact of social media on mental health?
Take regular breaks.
Follow positive accounts which inspire you.
Be mindful of your emotions.
Set boundaries.
Invest in a social media coach like myself.
Prioritize self-care.
Seek support.
By doing so, we can continue to connect with others online while also taking care of ourselves and enjoying our time online in the process.
Matt Jupp
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