How Social Media Destroys Your Brain and Self-Image.

Social media and the information age are like superheroes with a double-edged sword. On one hand, they bring friends closer, help us discover cool stuff, and let us share our lives. But, they're also the villains causing stress and insecurities.

The instant gratification of likes and comments triggers dopamine release, creating a cycle of seeking online validation for self-worth. Additionally, the fear of missing out (FOMO) and social comparison contribute to anxiety and stress.

1. Reduced Attention Span: If something doesn't catch our attention in the first few seconds we are off to the next thing. Constant exposure to the rapidly changing content on social media platforms has significantly shortened our attention spans and ability to focus.

2. Information Overload: The sheer volume of information on social media can lead to cognitive overload, making it difficult for us to focus on and process important information and make decisions. On social media platforms, the flow of facts and opinions never stops.

3. Comparison & Self-Esteem: We make impulse buying decisions & suffer mental turmoil when we compare our real life with social media's Reel life. This can lead to feelings of inadequacy, lower self-esteem, & increased stress. On Instagram, Everyone is living their dream life.

4. Fear of Missing Out (FOMO): Social media can contribute to FOMO, where we feel anxious about missing out on social events or experiences we see online. People posting about it end up just showing it off to other people rather than being in the moment and enjoying it.

5. Sleep Disruption: How many times you've caught yourself scrolling Instagram well into the night? The use of social media, especially before bedtime, can interfere with the quality of your sleep. Lack of sleep decreases the quality of your thoughts and memory.

6. Constant Distraction: Notifications, messages, & the addictive nature of social media platforms can contribute to constant distraction, making it challenging for us to focus on tasks that require deep thinking & concentration. We might permanently lose our ability to focus.

7. Negative Impact on Mental Health: We associate our self-worth with the number of likes engagement, and products we use and show off social media. Our mental health takes a hit when we no longer get that kind of attention or the products get outdated or taken away from us.