The Social Media and it's effects on our mental health

Hey guys, it's Ramazan again. I'm back with another blog about social media and its impact on our mental health. Today, I want to talk about something that is very close to my heart - self-esteem.

As a young person who uses social media regularly, I know firsthand how damaging it can be to compare yourself to others. We are bombarded with images of people who seem to have it all - perfect bodies, perfect relationships, and perfect lives. It's easy to fall into the trap of feeling like we don't measure up.But here's the thing - social media is a highlight reel. People only show the best parts of their lives online. We should never forget that. We should focus on our own strengths and accomplishments, and celebrate the things that make us unique.

To protect our self-esteem, we should also be mindful of the accounts we follow on social media. We should seek out accounts that promote positive body image, mental health, and self-acceptance. And we should avoid accounts that promote unrealistic beauty standards or negative content.

It's so important to take care of our mental health in today's digital age. By being mindful of how much time we spend on social media and what we are exposing ourselves to, we can protect our self-esteem and boost our mental well-being.

Also here are some suggestions that you could consider to apply in your lives:

Limit your social media time: Set limits on your social media usage to avoid negative impacts on your mental health.


•Curate your feed: Unfollow or mute accounts that make you feel bad, and follow accounts that promote positive mental health.


•Take breaks: Consider taking breaks from social media when you need to prioritize your mental health.


•Engage in other activities: Spend time doing activities that promote mental well-being, such as exercise, spending time with loved ones, or practicing mindfulness.

Thanks for reading, guys. See you next week for another blog about social media and mental health. 

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  1. Ege Sağlam17 Mart 2023 13:02

    It is nice to warn people against social media accounts that are harmful and fake. Also reminding us to use social media to improve our self-esteem is a good point. Finally, the recommendations that you have given are worth trying for those who have problems with self-esteem.

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  2. Melek Genç21 Mart 2023 06:16

    It feels really great that someone has finally touched on these issues. Your ideas are very, very valuable. Thank you for helping us deal with one of the biggest problems of our time. Stay well and healthy!

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