Why do I want those likes? And why will I do anything to keep up my streak?
More info
While you are on social media to connect to friends, the purpose of social media isn’t to connect you to friends it’s to keep you online so that the social media companies can make money – either by using your data or by showing you lots of advertisements. They keep you there with features like “likes” and streaks. have you ever wondered why that works? Because those features tap into your fear of being left out, missing out and being excluded and into your brain’s reward systems.
Detailed info
Reframe Your Purpose: Think about why you’re using social media. Is it to stay in touch with friends, share cool moments, or be creative? When you keep your reason in mind, it’s easier to focus on real connections instead of just chasing likes. Set Boundaries: Establish personal guidelines for your social media use. For example, you might decide to post without checking likes for a week or turn off notifications.
Why do I want those likes? And why will I do anything to keep up my streak?
Insight
While you are on social media to connect to friends, the purpose of social media isn’t to connect you to friends it’s to keep you online so that the social media companies can make money – either by using your data or by showing you lots of advertisements. They keep you there with features like “likes” and streaks. have you ever wondered why that works? Because those features tap into your fear of being left out, missing out and being excluded and into your brain’s reward systems.
Practice
Reframe Your Purpose: Think about why you’re using social media. Is it to stay in touch with friends, share cool moments, or be creative? When you keep your reason in mind, it’s easier to focus on real connections instead of just chasing likes. Set Boundaries: Establish personal guidelines for your social media use. For example, you might decide to post without checking likes for a week or turn off notifications.