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Mya Bray-Lynn
Mya Bray-Lynn

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A tablet screen displays various social media notifications and the title 'How to make social media more enjoyable' with the subtitle 'Actually, enjoy your screen time'. Notifications include likes, live events, orders, and saved posts.
A silhouette of a person with arms raised against a sunset background, with broken chains around their head. Overlay text advises unfollowing celebrity gossip blogs to prevent feed clutter.
A close-up image of a man (Drake) smiling. Overlay text suggests unfollowing Instagram models that trigger insecurities, noting they can be searched when needed for inspiration.
A puppet-like character in a pink dress and beaded necklace. Overlay text recommends muting other people's reposts to avoid cluttering the feed and affecting mood.
A close-up of a doll's face with messy hair. Overlay text advises implementing a 'no scroll' rule to avoid reading too many strangers' thoughts in comments.
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Actually, enjoy your screen time

Social media doesn’t have to cause you stress or trigger your insecurities but of course, it’s not 100% avoidable unless you go cold Turkey.

I honestly am thinking about deleting at least one app a month this year and like rotating between them because it’s just a lot at one time.

So for me I love the quietness of lemon8 just because it’s not so many videos and overstimulating and I don’t feel pressured to buy things like I do on Pinterest and I’m not comparing myself to anybody.

The people who know me in real life don’t follow me here so it’s worked out great for me. Being in the creator program was also a great bonus. 😊 #creatorstruggles #socialmedia #anxietysupport #detoxchallenge

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... Read moreFinding joy in social media might seem like an oxymoron to many these days, but trust me, it's possible! After years of feeling drained and anxious from endless scrolling, I decided it was time to reclaim my digital experience. It wasn't about quitting cold turkey, but rather about learning how to make social media more enjoyable and work for me, not against me. One of the biggest game-changers for me was curating my feed ruthlessly. I realized that a lot of my negativity stemmed from content that didn't serve me. I started by unfollowing celebrity gossip blogs that just filled my feed with drama and didn't add any value. Then, I tackled the accounts that subtly triggered my insecurities – yes, that meant unfollowing Instagram models that made me constantly compare myself. It felt liberating! I also found myself muting other people's reposts and accounts that frequently shared things that simply cluttered my feed or affected my mood. You'd be surprised how much lighter your scrolling feels when it's filled only with content that genuinely inspires or entertains you. Another huge source of stress was the constant barrage of notifications. My 'social media likes notifications screen' was always buzzing, pulling me back in and demanding my attention. I decided to take control. I went into my phone settings and customized notifications for each app. For most, I turned off all likes, comments, and new post notifications, only keeping direct messages or crucial alerts. This simple act gave me back control over my time and attention. Now, I check my apps when I choose to, not when they demand it. It's a small change with a massive impact on mental peace. I also adopted a 'no scroll' rule at certain times of the day, especially first thing in the morning and right before bed. Instead of mindlessly scrolling through comments and strangers' thoughts, I use that time for reflection, reading, or just enjoying the quiet. It helps set a more positive tone for the day and ensures a calmer wind-down. It's about being intentional with your screen time rather than letting it just happen to you. Think about what truly brings you value and joy, and actively seek that out. By implementing these small, consistent changes, I've transformed my relationship with social media from one of dread to one of genuine enjoyment and connection.