Does social media help or make things harder for you?

[lucianzayel123]

I’m curious how other people here experience platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, or Facebook.

Sometimes social media can be a way to connect with people and find supportive communities, but it can also become overwhelming or expose us to content that affects our mood.

Do you find certain platforms or types of content helpful? Or do you feel better when you take breaks from social media?

What has worked for you when you notice social media starting to affect your wellbeing?

 

[Susan Jane]

They (Facebook TikTok Instagram) aren’t good for me thus I don’t use them. I use YouTube to watch videos about certain things sometimes.

 

[Movingforward10]

I don't use them for support at all. People are not usually helpful and that seems to be amplified on social media.

I would use you tube for videos to learn.

Instagram I only use to follow tattoo artists!

And Facebook only for keeping in touch with some people.


Even this website: I use what works and leave the rest. It feels safer than other websites but I'm still very cautious hence not sharing identifying information.