Even before this pandemic, social media could be a source of frustration and stress. I’ve had my own social media struggles but also know these unique platforms can create joyful experiences, especially for business owners looking for a way to feel more connected to their clients. 

I’m excited to share how meditation has impacted my approach to social media, my framework for navigating social media in a more mindful way, and simple actions to help ease the overwhelm and find joy in social media again! 

In this podcast episode, I share: 

• Positive and negative aspects of using social media as a business owner 
• My experience of learning how to meditate with the Headspace app
• The benefits of a no-notification strategy and how to make it work for you
• Suggestions for approaching social media in a mindful way 
• The power of approaching social media with more compassion  
• Details about my new series “Social Media Unwind”    

Memorable Quotes:

• “We’re all self-isolating because of coronavirus...there’s almost a collective anxiety we can feel online.”
• “After I started meditating, I was able to regulate my emotions around social media, how I approached my business and my life, and things just got better from there…” 
• “I missed a few messages and I found out it was OKAY.” 
• “If you set yourself an intention for what you want to do with social media, the more likely you are to get it because you’re able to name it.” 
• “Wrap everything in compassion...imagine a giant virtual hug you want to give to everybody.”

Links Mentioned:

https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20180104-is-social-media-bad-for-you-the-evidence-and-the-unknowns

https://www.headspace.com/science

https://www.headspace.com/meditation/benefits

http://socialmediaunwind.com

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