wHAT i am LEARNing during my year off social media

Our devices are not the enemy. It’s all about balance. For me, this is an experiment for 1 year or longer to see what it is like to be away from socials and to gift myself that space. I’m almost four months in and this is what I have learned so far.

• I feel calmer having more control over what I am absorbing. Algorithms be gone!

• I’m way more productive. It feels great to finally prioritise some important things that have been on my values list for ages.

• I LOVE people and solitude in equal measure. Protecting my energy matters.

• I have a new found appreciation for a good website.

• It’s liberating not having my phone with me all the time.

• I can actively do my bit to alleviate suffering in the world without being bombarded with news headlines.

• I feel more deeply connected to day to day life. Reducing that one layer of extra stimulation has cleared notable space to enjoy being a more present parent, wife, daughter, sister, friend, therapist and colleague.

With love and gratitude

Catherine

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