Angela Hall
Popular social media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat can actually be doing more harm than good. With all of these social platforms beneath our finger tips, it’s easy to land on any one of these apps without a second thought. It can actually be a destructive habit if it is not kept under control. In the age of digital geeks, you must differentiate helpful or harmful technology habits in order to improve yourself and the quality of your life.
1. Poor Posture
Hunching over constantly over your phone is a terrible position for your spine. Your neck should be fully extended to support your head. It shouldn’t be slouched over, chin to chest, pouring over a cool blue hue for minutes upon minutes. Practice keeping your spine aligned, shoulders back, chest up, and chin parallel to the ground.
2. Anxiety
Social media has given rise to the acronym “FOMO,” which refers to “fear of missing out.” Individuals who frequent social media sites are constantly viewing and observing the lives and impressions of others. Children, teens, and young adults are especially susceptible to feelings of anxiety because they are more impressionable.
3. Wasting Time
Time is the only thing in life you can never get back. You think to yourself, “I’ll just check my Instagram message and hop back off,” moments later you’re wondering how the few seconds it took to check a message turned into an entire hour. It can have you slacking on your responsibilities and duties if you’re not mindful.
4. Sleep
For many individuals, the pale blue sheen of their phone screen is the last thing they see before going to sleep. The blue light that the technology gives off can disrupt your sleep. Increased exposure to screens before bed can decrease your natural melatonin levels.