We are a nation of overworked, sleep deprived, financially strapped and emotionally raw human beings. It's no wonder Social Media so easily eats away at time that could be spent in (dare I say it?) more productive pursuits. It's wonderful to be connected to others at any time of day or night. It makes the world a more intimate place. When you go to Social Media sites however have a goal in mind and a set time limit. Honor the latter no matter what happens.
Can you relate to any of these reasons you might be a Social Media Addict?:
- Ask yourself if you are avoiding something with this time spent on line. Is your spouse already asleep when you come to bed? Are you happy not to have a late night chat about finances or the kids?
- Do you like the rush of doing important things at the last minute? Does staying up late on Facebook mean you'll be forced to get that report in at work tomorrow? Is that the impetus you need? Is 'high drama' your drug of choice?
- Have you become used to the attention you get when you complain about your level of exhaustion? Do your family members and co-workers take things off your plate saying: "You poor thing!" Are you at a loss as to how you might get that attention in a more positive way?
- Is time management not on your list of skills? Do you joke you'll be late for your own funeral? Is Social Media just one way you fritter away time?
- Are you lonely? Does connecting with people on line fill a void?
It's always helpful to pinpoint the reason we have a negative habit. We live in a cause and effect universe and in order to have a new result we need to set new causes in motion. The most powerful way to do that is to understand why the current cause is in place. We can run from our fears, obligations and assignments but we can can't avoid the consequences. Whether it's couples counseling, reading a book like "One Year to an Organized Life' that's filled with psychological insight as well as organizing tips or joining a club to get out and meet people there's always an antidote.
Baby elephants are chained and often beaten to get them to obey. One day the physical chains are removed but the elephant is now a prisoner of his own mind. Have you imprisoned yourself? Or did a parent, spouse, teacher or friend do it to you? I give you permission to embrace your freedom!
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