The one change that worked: I deleted Instagram – and embraced the joys of a truly private life
Summary
A journalist shared how deleting Instagram helped her reduce stress and enjoy life more. She realized she took many photos and posts to seek approval online, but without Instagram, she focused on real experiences and personal happiness.Key Facts
- The author started using Instagram at 17 and gradually became more focused on it during university and work.
- On a trip to Sri Lanka, she noticed her constant thoughts about what to post rather than just enjoying the moment.
- After posting photos from the trip, she felt anxious about the number of likes and comments.
- She deleted Instagram for one month, which grew into nearly a year without the app.
- Without Instagram, she took photos for herself and enjoyed her experiences more privately.
- She used the time away from the app to read more and work on writing novels.
- The author found it freeing to live without seeking approval from online followers.
- She feels more present in real life and less distracted by social media.
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