Published on 12, July, 2020
Guardian article:
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2024/mar/24/the-anxious-generation-jonathan-haidt-book-extract-instagram-tiktok-smartphones-social-media-screens?utm_source=pocket-newtab-en-gb
Very interesting, I think.
I'm in my mid 20s. I noticed my phone usage rocketing as the pandemic happened. Before then, I wasn't scrolling the likes of Twitter or whatever to an unhealthy amount, although I did let some things on the internet (namely forums) get to me personally.
It's only since last May that I've been off it completely but it's only because I had to. God knows if I would have ever found the strength to step back otherwise.
I think if I was to go back, I'd have very clear parameters: one account on one platform, be really careful as to who I allow into my sphere and don't comment on everything or spend all day on there.
I am better at leaving my phone alone when I actually have something to do though. If I'm not busy, I fall back into the old habits.
I like that you are here on this one account. I appreciate you being here.
That's kind of you to say. I don't think I deserve it though.