{"id":7615,"date":"2025-02-28T19:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-28T11:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/?p=7615"},"modified":"2025-02-28T16:09:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-28T08:09:37","slug":"social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/","title":{"rendered":"Social Media&#8217;s Impact on Mental Health and How to Set Boundaries"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Written By:\u00a0<strong>Rose Mardiah Mazlan (Content Moderator)<\/strong><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5393\" style=\"width:66px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure><p>Verified By:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/about-us\/our-team-in-kota-damansara\/\">Kelly Chan Jia Li, Clinical Psychologist (MAHPC(CP)00353)<\/a><\/p><div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1-Intro-3-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Social media\" class=\"wp-image-7617 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1-Intro-3-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1-Intro-3-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1-Intro-3-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1-Intro-3-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/1-Intro-3-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p>The reality behind social media usage has been discussed all over the place. Many have covered the downside of social media despite how seamless and modern it is. However, it is a must to acknowledge how social media can downplay your mental health. Identifying its impact will give some input on how much you are affected by the whirlwind of social media. Moreover, social media has been part of your life, effortlessly accessible through your fingertips.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#What_Makes_Social_Media_Harmful_For_Your_Mental_Health\" title=\"What Makes Social Media Harmful For Your Mental Health\">What Makes Social Media Harmful For Your Mental Health<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Fear_of_Missing_Out_FOMO\" title=\"Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)\">Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Impulsive_Buying\" title=\"Impulsive Buying\">Impulsive Buying<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Body_Image_Dissatisfaction\" title=\"Body Image Dissatisfaction\">Body Image Dissatisfaction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Depression_and_Stress\" title=\"Depression and Stress\">Depression and Stress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Lower_Sleep_Quality\" title=\"Lower Sleep Quality\">Lower Sleep Quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Addiction_to_Instant_Gratification\" title=\"Addiction to Instant Gratification\">Addiction to Instant Gratification<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Setting_Boundaries_to_Protect_Mental_Health\" title=\"Setting Boundaries to Protect Mental Health\">Setting Boundaries to Protect Mental Health<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Limit_Screen_Time\" title=\"Limit Screen Time\">Limit Screen Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Unfollow_Negative_Accounts\" title=\"Unfollow Negative Accounts\">Unfollow Negative Accounts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Establish_Tech-Free_Zones\" title=\"Establish Tech-Free Zones\">Establish Tech-Free Zones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Turn_Off_Notifications\" title=\"Turn Off Notifications\">Turn Off Notifications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Schedule_Social_Media-Free_Days\" title=\"Schedule Social Media-Free Days\">Schedule Social Media-Free Days<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Engage_in_Offline_Hobbies\" title=\"Engage in Offline Hobbies\">Engage in Offline Hobbies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Seek_Professional_Help_if_Needed\" title=\"Seek Professional Help if Needed\">Seek Professional Help if Needed<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/social-medias-impact-on-mental-health-and-how-to-set-boundaries\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Social_Media_Is_Inseparable_From_Life\"><\/span><strong>Why Social Media Is Inseparable From Life<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><p>Your device\u2013 the smartphone has been in your grasp starting from waking up from sleep until at the end of your day. The purpose of social media is varied across individuals. What you might find in common is that you want to interact and communicate. These interactions are so seamless that the only thing you must do is just swiping.&nbsp;<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p>The interactions are becoming limitless. You can even catch up to your favorite celebrities, connect with your old classmates and know several influencers. The wide range of users makes the social media world turn colorful and fulfilling. But, that fulfillment can become a void in users who use social media without clear guidance or are swept over by unwanted influence from it.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/2-why-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Social media\" class=\"wp-image-7618 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/2-why-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/2-why-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/2-why-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/2-why-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/2-why-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Makes_Social_Media_Harmful_For_Your_Mental_Health\"><\/span><strong>What Makes Social Media Harmful For Your Mental Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fear_of_Missing_Out_FOMO\"><\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/fomo-the-agony-behind-fear-of-missing-out\/\">Fear of Missing Out <\/a>(FOMO)<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/3-fomo-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7619 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/3-fomo-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/3-fomo-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/3-fomo-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/3-fomo-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/3-fomo-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p>While scrolling through someone\u2019s stories, or posts, have you felt that they are doing better than you? You feel you did not get to do the same thing, which leads you to feel missed out from the fun? You are not alone in this boat. However, what was showcased in social media is usually curated and does not depict reality. Travel vlogs do not show you the real struggle behind traveling. <\/p><\/div><\/div><p>Even daily vlogs are edited based on what the uploader wants to show. What seemed perfect on screen might lead you to feel inadequate, and dissatisfied with what you could not experience the same.\u00a0<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impulsive_Buying\"><\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/impulsive-online-shopping-one-tap-away\/\">Impulsive Buying<\/a><\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p>There are various online shopping platforms that offer various products to be purchased. These products nowadays can be purchased simply by adding them to cart and pay. Not only that, these products are also promoted by influencers, which will attract you to buy them. You tend to purchase them within spur-of-the-moment, attracted by how engaging the ads are. Chances are, you might regret your decision later because it turns out that product is not much needed. In the end, these purchases cause financial strain and accumulate stress.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4-impulsive-buying-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7620 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4-impulsive-buying-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4-impulsive-buying-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4-impulsive-buying-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4-impulsive-buying-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4-impulsive-buying-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Body_Image_Dissatisfaction\"><\/span><em><a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/body-image-unraveling-dissatisfaction-factors\/\">Body Image Dissatisfaction<\/a><\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-body-image-dissatisfaction-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7621 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-body-image-dissatisfaction-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-body-image-dissatisfaction-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-body-image-dissatisfaction-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-body-image-dissatisfaction-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5-body-image-dissatisfaction-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p>Many social media posts emphasize unrealistic beauty standards through heavily edited or filtered images. Certain pictures are also captured in a certain angle, which will focus on the prominent feature of the person in the picture. This pressured you to believe that beauty has to be perfect on camera, limiting the standard. Your self-esteem will drop, might even cause eating disorders just to achieve the ideal body type. The behaviors are unhealthy and deteriorating to you.<\/p><\/div><\/div><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Depression_and_Stress\"><\/span><em>Depression and Stress<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>The interplay between the harmful effects mentioned earlier may cause you to succumb to <a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/anxiety-and-depression-navigating-the-connection-between-them\/\">depression<\/a> and stress. You felt left behind by the achievements posted by your friends. Or you are trapped in the race of gaining likes and followers for the sake of validation, becoming your source of stress. You may also receive negative comments or harassment from someone across the cyber, making it harder for you to escape from the pressure.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lower_Sleep_Quality\"><\/span><em>Lower Sleep Quality<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>It takes less effort for you to spend time with your phone while in bed. While it starts from only checking out the updates, you get addicted to scroll more contents and watch other varieties of funny videos to fill in your night. Eventually, your <a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/insomnia-why-cant-i-sleep-at-night\/\">sleep<\/a> gets delayed and disrupts your sleeping schedule. Your sleep quality will also drop because of the blue light emitted by the screen. Blue light will disturb the production of melatonin, which is an important hormone for a good sleep.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Addiction_to_Instant_Gratification\"><\/span><em>Addiction to Instant Gratification<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p>Short videos are a common format for today\u2019s platform. They are short to consume, making it faster for you to enjoy the content. However, this will be quick entertainment for you, creating a dopamine rush, and becomes a shortcut reward system. Same goes to the impression of having likes and views. You might think that likes are important for you to enjoy the thrill of validation. Posts that gain more likes grants you to feel seen, triggering the dopamine rush. These incidents will eventually reduce your focus on long-term goals or derive joy from activities that require effort and patience.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/6-instant-gratification-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7622 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/6-instant-gratification-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/6-instant-gratification-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/6-instant-gratification-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/6-instant-gratification-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/6-instant-gratification-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol><h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Setting_Boundaries_to_Protect_Mental_Health\"><\/span><strong>Setting Boundaries to Protect Mental Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limit_Screen_Time\"><\/span><em>Limit Screen Time<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/7-limit-screen-time-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7623 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/7-limit-screen-time-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/7-limit-screen-time-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/7-limit-screen-time-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/7-limit-screen-time-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/7-limit-screen-time-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p>You might find spending time with a phone is something irresistible. But, this habit can be fixed slowly. You can start by setting the time limits for social media use using their own setting or installing a well-being app. It does not necessarily mean you have to cut down your <a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/doomscrolling-what-it-is-and-how-to-break-the-habit\/\">screen time<\/a> significantly from 9 hours to 3 hours. You can begin with a low count and progressively reduce it more.<\/p><\/div><\/div><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unfollow_Negative_Accounts\"><\/span><em>Unfollow Negative Accounts<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p>Notice what accounts that have been promoting toxic content, unrealistic beauty standards or unhealthy comparisons. If you notice these contents have been taking over your feed page, consider unfollowing them. You can also mute the keywords to filter out these kinds of videos. This way, you can take a breather while scrolling your social media. Even better, you can start following accounts that create uplifting contents that will promote positivity and healthier expectations.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/8-unfollow-negative-account-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Social media\" class=\"wp-image-7624 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/8-unfollow-negative-account-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/8-unfollow-negative-account-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/8-unfollow-negative-account-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/8-unfollow-negative-account-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/8-unfollow-negative-account-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Establish_Tech-Free_Zones\"><\/span><em>Establish Tech-Free Zones<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>Choose any specific areas in your home where you can restrict phone usage. It could be the bedrooms or dining table. This can help create an engaging environment where you can have meaningful conversations with your loved ones without interruptions. This way, you can unconsciously associate those areas to be a place where you enjoy being physically present instead of losing yourself to the online world.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turn_Off_Notifications\"><\/span><em>Turn Off Notifications<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/9-turn-off-noti-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7625 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/9-turn-off-noti-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/9-turn-off-noti-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/9-turn-off-noti-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/9-turn-off-noti-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/9-turn-off-noti-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p>Notifications are the strongest hook to pull you to surf the apps. You will find yourself starting to scroll even though you just wanted to check out the updates. This mere curiosity has trapped you to further rewarding entertainment. By turning them off, you can minimize the distractions. You will notice your phones will be more spacious from those unnecessary details.<\/p><\/div><\/div><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Schedule_Social_Media-Free_Days\"><\/span><em>Schedule Social Media-Free Days<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>It is almost impossible to get rid of your social media in a single time. You can start small by taking breaks for a day or two in each week. While doing so, you can spend time with offline activities and recharge mentally. You can have the space since you are no more limiting your life around social media only.<\/p><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engage_in_Offline_Hobbies\"><\/span><em>Engage in Offline Hobbies<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p>Limiting your time with social media might leave you bored. Spending time offline can be fulfilling if you do something you enjoy. Engage in hobbies you prefer like reading, dancing or knitting. Your life pace will become slower to savour in the moment and improve your overall well-being.<\/p><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/10-offline-hobbies-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7626 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/10-offline-hobbies-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/10-offline-hobbies-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/10-offline-hobbies-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/10-offline-hobbies-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/10-offline-hobbies-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seek_Professional_Help_if_Needed\"><\/span><em>Seek Professional Help if Needed<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6><p>Upon reading this article, you may have tried any of these initiatives but you still struggle to build boundaries with social media. If it causes your mental health to deteriorate, it is suggested for you to talk to a <a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/about-us\/our-team-in-kota-damansara\/\">therapist<\/a> to voice out your concerns. Sometimes, your struggle could stem from something deeper. Therapists will assist you in a safe space to come up with a personalised coping mechanism.<\/p><ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ol><h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5><div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/11-conclusion-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7627 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/11-conclusion-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/11-conclusion-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/11-conclusion-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/11-conclusion-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/11-conclusion-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><p>Reducing social media usage does not necessarily mean that you need to restrict it totally. Social media is still beneficial in its own way. Struggling with it also does not indicate any of your weaknesses in controlling yourself. Starting a<a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/everyday-actions-big-impact-7-habits-affecting-your-mental-health\/\"> habit<\/a> requires you to start small, simplest with turning off distracting notifications and reducing the screen time step by step. It is a matter of leveraging your lifestyle and managing your social media space.<\/p><\/div><\/div><p>If you enjoyed reading this, why not broaden the horizon of knowledge by learning about &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/soulmechanicstherapy.com\/zh\/body-image-issues-pertaining-dissatisfaction\/\">Body Image: Issues Pertaining Dissatisfaction<\/a>&#8220;? 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