5 Signs You Need a Break from Social Media

Social media is pervasive. It's tied to most people's personal and professional lives, and sometimes, it can feel hard to escape. While social media can be a very positive force, it can also be overwhelming. In fact, spending too much time on social media has been linked to loneliness, moodiness, and obsessive behavior. If you're feeling the negative effects of social media, it might be time to take a break.

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Mikkie Mills

Mikkie Mills is a freelance writer who's passionate about health, fitness, organic cooking and eating, and yoga. When not writing she loves traveling, hiking, and cooking. Find more from Mikkie on Google+.

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The singing and dancing over, the Master took his seat and all sat around him.
‘Sir, how can one develop Divine Love?
Through restlessness – the restlessness a child feels for his mother. The child feels bewildered
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If a man can weep like that for God
he can even see him.’ ~ FROM THE GOSPEL OF SRI RAMAKRISHNA 

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5 Signs You Need a Break from Social Media
02/07/2020
Mikkie Mills
Social media is pervasive. It's tied to most people's personal and professional lives, and sometimes, it can feel hard to escape. While social media can be a very positive force, it can also be... read more
Many lying down with cat on his chest.
Life With Cat as Cure for Loneliness and Depression
10/24/2019
Anonymous (not verified)
Are there any benefits of owning a cat? Having companionship whether it be human or animal can help cure loneliness and depression. Many studies have shown that by having a pet, you can lower... read more
Single tall tree on gray land, casting long shadow
Accepting Loneliness
02/22/2019
Laura Basha
The singing and dancing over, the Master took his seat and all sat around him. ‘Sir, how can one develop Divine Love? Through restlessness – the restlessness a child feels for his mother. The... read more
Silhouette of man sitting alone by a sunset lake.
How Loneliness Changes Across Your Lifetime
08/02/2018
Greater Good Science Center
Loneliness can strike at any age, although the cause might be different. by KIRA M. NEWMAN | Greater Good Science Center Ask someone to recount a time they felt lonely, and they’ll... read more
Lonely man sitting alone on bench overlooking village
What 5 Great Spiritual Leaders Have to Say About The Deadly Sickness of Loneliness
07/24/2017
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Loneliness, when accepted, becomes a gift that will lead us to find a purpose in life. ~Paulo Coelho Loneliness is the illness of our time. Even medical research is warning us that it may... read more
Woman in bed with her phone and dog
5 Signs You Need a Break from Social Media
02/07/2020
Mikkie Mills
Social media is pervasive. It's tied to most people's personal and professional lives, and sometimes, it can feel hard to escape. While social media can be a very positive force, it can also be... read more
Many lying down with cat on his chest.
Life With Cat as Cure for Loneliness and Depression
10/24/2019
Anonymous (not verified)
Are there any benefits of owning a cat? Having companionship whether it be human or animal can help cure loneliness and depression. Many studies have shown that by having a pet, you can lower... read more
Single tall tree on gray land, casting long shadow
Accepting Loneliness
02/22/2019
Laura Basha
The singing and dancing over, the Master took his seat and all sat around him. ‘Sir, how can one develop Divine Love? Through restlessness – the restlessness a child feels for his mother. The... read more
Silhouette of man sitting alone by a sunset lake.
How Loneliness Changes Across Your Lifetime
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Loneliness can strike at any age, although the cause might be different. by KIRA M. NEWMAN | Greater Good Science Center Ask someone to recount a time they felt lonely, and they’ll... read more
Lonely man sitting alone on bench overlooking village
What 5 Great Spiritual Leaders Have to Say About The Deadly Sickness of Loneliness
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Loneliness, when accepted, becomes a gift that will lead us to find a purpose in life. ~Paulo Coelho Loneliness is the illness of our time. Even medical research is warning us that it may... read more