A lot of us are constantly on our phones checking updates, replying to messages, and responding to emails. This, in turn, can affect our psyche making us more reliant on our mobile devices to function. For some people, it’s their job to be online and post constantly—but if you have the time and can afford a social media detox then read on to see how lessening phone time will help motivate you in many areas of your life. As much as motivational books help, taking a break from social media will greatly change your mindset and make you feel great.
More Time to Exercise and Recenter
A lot of social media sites incorporate the endless scrolling option where it takes up so much of your time scrolling through one wall. This, in turn, can cause a lot of delays in your work and can sometimes demotivate you from accomplishing tasks. Simply set goals for yourself in terms of social media use. For example, spending more time on it in the afternoon rather than in the mornings. During the times you aren’t using your mobile device, you can use this time to recenter and meditate.
Notification Overload
Receiving notifications on our phones tend to cause our brains to produce more happy receptors. Since the familiar sound of ringing causes us to rush to our phones – it can sometimes be done in an unhealthy amount. The best thing to do to increase motivation in your life is to switch your phone to silent so the sounds don’t pop up at random moments during the day. Because of this, you’ll be able to monitor how often you check your phone and then you’ll be able to check your messages at your own time without having to go out of the way.
More Time With Friends
You’ll notice that after taking a short social media break, you’ll be more in the loop with your friends in real life. Since Instagram lets us view the lives of our friends, it’s a great way to keep up with what they’re doing in their lives. Despite this, the best way to catch up with people is still in person.
There’s just no Instagram video that can replicate the feeling of having your friends in front of you. By spending less time on your phone you’ll become more open to new situations.
