How Social Media Breaks Can Reset Your Mental Space

How Social Media Breaks Can Reset Your Mental SpaceSocial media is a great avenue for communication, connection, and entertainment. But it also has its downsides, especially when you spend too much time on it.In this episode, John explains why it’s important to start the habit of limiting your social media use and setting some boundaries with it. Too much information online will overwhelm you and will take up your mental space. Your health depends on your habits.While social media and digital technology offer feel-good content, it’s also best to be reminded that too much of anything good becomes bad. Discipline comes from you. Living a healthy lifestyle that nurtures your mental health starts by balancing all your essential aspects in life.[Timecodes]3:00 Spending too much time on your phone will change your social life.4:30 Our minds are full of many different things.6:10 We are in control of our habits.11:28 Social media also has negative effects.13:00 Putting boundaries on social media and digital use depends on you.14:40 What is a social media diet?18:35 Focus on the positive aspects of your life.20:40 There is a difference between being against social media and setting boundaries.23:30 Give yourself a chance to reset your mental space.28:20 Reach out to John!Resources:Listen to the Neuroscience of Self-Care Episode of The Mental Health Today ShowRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you!Learn more about John Cordray at www.johncordray.com Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Smells Like HumansLike listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

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