The 'gaslighting' is the perfect word for it, the app makes you feel like you're missing out if you're not constantly checking. Great reminder to be more intentional.

The negativity isn't an accident. It's the result of three forces working together:
1. Human brain's negativity bias
2. Algorithms built for outrage
3. The anonymity that fuels hostility
Read our medium.com/digital-gems... to understand why and how.
#DigitalWellbeing #Doomscrolling #NegativityLoop

Seeing someone succeed online can push us to feel jealous or motivated.

28 % of people say they feel motivated to push themselves when someone achieves something big.

How do you feel in those moments? 👇

#motivation #growthmindset #comparison #selfgrowth

This is the big question. Removing the distraction is one thing; the real test is what fills that void. Will students re-engage with each other and their surroundings, or will the anxiety of being disconnected become the new distraction? A crucial case study either way.

This is the scary part we don't see. It's not just about 'wasting time'—it's actively reshaping our brains. This is the push some of us needed to be more intentional. Thanks for sharing !!

Raise your hand if you've ever closed a tab feeling more anxious than when you opened it. 🙋‍♀️ You're not failing; you're in a perfectly engineered loop.
#DigitalWellbeing #Doomscrolling #NegativityLoop

The internet connects us to all the world's information, yet it often feels like it's connecting us directly to all the world's outrage.

We explored why negativity dominates. Read it and share your experience below!

medium.com/digital-gems...

#DigitalWellbeing #InternetCulture #Psychology

Yes! The 'fear of missing out' leveraged as a 'fear of being out of the loop.' That constant 'update' itch is so powerful !!

Hhhhh that sudden wave of regret is a powerful (if brutal) alarm clock !!

That 'empty' feeling after scrolling is so recognizable, but we rarely stop to ask why it happens. Shifting from consumer to creator might really be the antidote !!

the tip about asking 'Would I be okay with this being shared about me at their age?' is a brilliant, simple gut-check. Thanks for sharing this important guidance!

This is the perspective we need more of! Digital literacy isn't just about fact-checking news; it's a core life skill for mental wellbeing .

Okay, 'time-warping casino' is the perfect phrase for that weird, lost-time feeling after a long scroll. This article really nails why it feels so disorienting! Thanks for sharing this !!

It's the worst, Rapha! That drained feeling is a clear signal. We're going to be talking a lot about how to spot the doomscroll early and pivot to something more replenishing. What usually helps you break the cycle when you notice it?

Right, Aadhi? It's a constant, active practice, not a setting you can just turn on. We'll be exploring why it's so hard and sharing tips to make it easier. What do you find is the biggest obstacle to finding that balance for you?

Sophie, this is a PERFECT example of taking your attention back! This is exactly the kind of practical swap we're talking about. Thanks for sharing this inspiration! 🌿

Glad it's not just us, Gabriele! What's your go-to way to recharge after feeling drained by scrolling?

Sound familiar?

It’s one of the many topics we’ll be digging into here, and our first article explores exactly that. We’d love to hear your thoughts.

Link’s in the bio. Glad you’re here.

#DigitalWellbeing #SocialMedia #InternetCulture