RT apewood (@apewoodx)If you live in New York or similar cityWhat I used to do was take one day a month, leave my phone at home, and walk around the city with a couple of books just going coffee shop to coffee shop, parks, etc spending a few hours at each place just reading/writingDevice free day ...

Today, I'd like to suggest how we can shift the narrative and make social media work for us rather than against our selfworth. I'd like to propose a deep question. Have you ever found yourself mindlessly scrolling on social media only to suddenly realize you feel worse about yourself.One minute you're checking notifications and the next minute you're comparing your life to someone's curated vacation photo. It's as if we're a part of an endless talent show competition where everyone is showcasing their gold ...

Social Media Usage & Time Consumption - Average daily phone usage is 4 hours and 37 minutes, totaling approximately 70 days per year [2] - Social media consumption accounts for 2 hours and 23 minutes daily, equating to 38 days annually [3] - By age 80, an individual could spend 10 years on social media [3] Privacy & Data Concerns - Users voluntarily share personal information, including location, thoughts, and activities [4] - Algorithms track user beliefs, preferences, and thoughts through browsing activity [6] - Social media shapes user actions and opinions, potentially without users realizing it [7] - Misinformation spreads rapidly, impacting critical thinking [8] Impact of Disconnecting - Disconnecting from social media can lead to boredom initially, but can be turned into productivity [9][10] - Disconnecting can foster closer relationships with family and allow for more present moments [10][11] Overall Argument - The world is ruled by data, which users voluntarily give away [8] - Users are more connected but feel lonelier, more restless, and more anxious [12] - Deleting social media can help users realize how much of themselves they are giving away [13]