TED Talks Daily How to protect your mental well-being online -- from a Gen-Zer | Peachy Liv
Jan 4, 2022
Peachy Liv, a YouTube content creator and mental well-being advocate, shares her mission for a kinder digital world. She discusses the detrimental effects of online nastiness and cyberbullying on mental health, especially for Gen-Z. Liv offers practical tips to foster resilience and encourage positivity in social media interactions. She emphasizes the importance of self-reflection before posting online and the need for community support to combat the pressures of digital life. Her insights inspire listeners to transform their online experiences into educational and uplifting journeys.
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Study Abroad Pressure
- Peachy Liv discussed studying abroad and the pressure she felt to prove its possibility.
- After not receiving a scholarship, she faced online criticism, highlighting the negativity young people experience online.
Self-Awareness and Acceptance
- Practice self-awareness and self-acceptance to combat online negativity.
- Adjust expectations to be realistic and aligned with your current situation.
Kindness Online
- Treat others with kindness and respect online, even when disagreeing.
- Ask yourself how you would feel receiving a comment before posting it.