In this engaging discussion, Leo shares her insights after a month-long social media detox aimed at understanding its effects on her brain. She reflects on what she missed versus what she didn’t during her break. The conversation dives into the evolving landscape of influencers and content creation, emphasizing the importance of genuine connections and mindful engagement. Listeners' responses to social media habits and detox experiences enrich the dialogue, highlighting a collective desire for healthier online consumption.
Leo's social media detox revealed both the mental clarity gained from reduced distractions and the challenges of feeling disconnected from friends.
The hosts advocate for a mindful approach to social media, emphasizing curation over passive consumption to foster a positive digital environment.
The podcast highlights how social media can strengthen friendships by allowing for meaningful connections and sharing experiences, despite its pitfalls.
Deep dives
Excitement of Reunion
The co-hosts express their enthusiasm about finally reuniting after months apart. They discuss the anticipation of spending quality time together, referencing the last time they saw each other and how it felt like ages ago. They share plans for their upcoming weekend, emphasizing the excitement of exploring and creating podcast content together. The conversation is filled with lighthearted banter, showcasing their close friendship and eagerness to reconnect.
Favorite Topics of Discussion
The podcast highlights a discussion about organizing bookshelves and the different methods one can use, such as by genre or color. The hosts reflect on their own preferences for organization and jokingly criticize each other's past methods. This segment emphasizes their playful dynamic and showcases how even mundane tasks can lead to engaging conversations. The camaraderie shines through in their light-hearted debate over the best ways to arrange books.
Thoughts on Social Media Detox
The co-hosts delve into Leo's recent experience with a social media detox, discussing the impact it had on her mental health and daily life. Leo reflects on the ease of staying off Instagram and TikTok longer than initially planned, noting the positive changes in her well-being. They touch on the benefits of being present and less distracted by social media, while also recognizing the downside of feeling out of the loop with friends. This introspection highlights the complex relationship many have with social media and the potential for healthier habits.
Managing Social Media Use
The hosts share thoughts on maintaining a balanced relationship with social media following Leo's detox. They discuss the importance of intentional usage, like being mindful about what to follow or interact with, to foster a positive digital environment. The duo contemplates the idea of curation and engagement versus passive consumption, aiming to create a feed that inspires rather than induces comparison. This conversation emphasizes proactive strategies for making social media a healthier space for individuals.
Community and Connection through Sharing
A key takeaway from their discussions is the joy of sharing experiences and updates with friends via social media. They express the value of digital touchpoints in fostering connections, especially when physical interactions aren’t possible. The hosts underscore how social media can serve as a bridge for maintaining friendships and sharing life’s moments, even as they navigate the complexities of their online presences. This insight reinforces the notion that while social media has its downsides, it can also play a vital role in community building.
welcome to the final digital detox diary entry where Leo did a month without social media to test her brain & see what happens ...
FYI we recorded this before we recorded our latest video episode - so sorry if it is confusing heheeh
in this episode we talk about:
content creators that we interact with and we love
we reflect on ‘influencers' and their content
our experiences with our social media
Leo reflects on her detox:
what she missed whilst she was on her detox
what she didn’t miss
what she wants to do going forward
we also share your responses to the questions we asked on insta:
poll: are you happy with how you consume social media currently (time, mental health effect etc.)
if you ever did a social detox (now with leo or another time), what did you notice?
which habits help you engage with social media in a healthy way?
to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here current book of the month is 'Truly Devious' by Maureen Johnson').
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