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Some Celebrities Are Ditching Social Media — Should You?
In today’s digital age, the internet has become the primary place where we keep up with news, friends, relatives, and even celebrities. With millions of loyal fans following celebrity social media pages, their influence occupies much of our mental real estate. In many ways, their everyday online decisions have a ripple effect, creating trends and viral crazes that we can’t help but join. In recent months, many celebrities have started a new trend where social media isn’t part of the equation. Stars like Billie Eilish, Selena Gomez, Chrissy Teigen, and Lana Del Rey have all declared they
You may wonder if a social media hiatus is right for you. To officially answer that, experts like Dr. Modir have created a list of key signs to consider when deciding whether or not you need to unplug. NEGATIVE BEHAVIORS DEVELOP DURING OR AFTER USING SOCIAL MEDIA. One of the first hints it may be time for a break is if your social media scrolling leads to negative behaviors like comparing yourself to others, putting yourself down, or feeling especially anxious, depressed, or lonely. YOU CAN’T STOP CHECKING YOUR PHONE. If every notification (or lack thereof) causes you to pick up your phone and check your social media apps, especially at work or in the middle of a social engagement, it may be time for a break.
were participating in a “social media hiatus,” in which they would refrain from using social media for the sake of their mental health. And unlike many other celebrity trends, the benefits of a social media hiatus are supported by science. Dr. Shahla Modir, the chief medical officer at All Points North Lodge, an addiction treatment center,
YOUR REAL-LIFE RELATIONSHIPS ARE SUFFERING. The most telling sign you need a break is if you begin to avoid real-life interactions with friends and family in favor of using social media.
says, “Unplugging [from social media] allows people to be more mindful and present in their actual lives.” She also says that breaks can help improve sleep, focus, and productivity.
So, if you display any of these symptoms, this celebrity trend may be one worth joining!
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According to the Centers for Disease Control, swimming is the fourth-most popular activity in the United States. For those of us who swim regularly, there are few things better than taking a dip in a pool on a hot summer day. Whether you’re trying to get a few laps in or just unwinding in the water, swimming is a great way to refresh after a long day while also improving your mental and physical health.
Here are a few benefits you’ll experience after you incorporate swimming into your daily or weekly routine.
SWIMMING MAKES YOU STRONGER. Swimming laps in a pool can be hard work, and it can take time to build up the stamina and muscles to do it well. As you start swimming, you’ll quickly notice more strength, endurance, and muscle tone. But it’s not just your outsides that get stronger; your internal organs benefit too!
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