How Do You Manage Your Social Media?

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There's still definitely an incentive to gain an audience on the internet, and that will translate into success in other mediums. It also feels like it's particularly been useful for people from historically under represented groups. I'm sure you have some, even if you maybe don't think about them consciously, but what are some of the habits and tactics you've developed to kind of manage your social media life?

After scrolling through your social media feeds, how do you feel? Empowered and connected -- anxious, or exhausted? When stand up, actor, and writer Aparna Nancherla was just starting out, her jokes on Twitter got her recognition in a way that traditional comedy clubs probably could never have. But having built a comedy career for herself, in large part, by being on the internet, she recognizes that social media is not always fun and laughs. Now, for the sake of her mental health, she limits her time online. On today’s show, longtime friends Chris and Aparna talk about the good and bad of social media, and explore some advice on how best to use it-- or even if we should use it at all. To learn more about "How to Be a Better Human," host Chris Duffy, or find footnotes and additional resources, please visit: go.ted.com/betterhuman