As a social media manager, I can’t lie; sometimes, social media is exhausting. Don’t get me wrong, I love my job. But there are days when I just want to disappear from every platform for a month. It feels like a never-ending loop: scrolling for hours, digging for the latest news, and chasing trends just to keep your client’s brand relevant.
You end up reading every hot topic, rumor, or celebrity drama—true or not. And the worst part? You can’t even relax because your brain must know why Chef T snubbed Wunmi Toriola. Why is Wunmi so upset about being ghosted? Is she entitled? You see? The “amebo” in me won’t rest.
Then I ask myself, can I actually take a break from social media? One time, I had to update my phone to the latest iOS and couldn’t use it. I caught myself reaching for it four times in a row—without thinking. That’s when it hit me: I might actually be addicted.
This made me wonder: In 2025, is it even possible to quit social media? Things have changed so much. Social media isn’t just for sharing cute dog videos anymore—it’s part of our everyday life. It’s how we get news, talk to people, shop, work, and even build our careers.
For someone like me, social media is work. But even for the average person, it’s hard to stay off. Why?
- Apps we use for banking, shopping, and messaging are linked to social media.
- We’re scared of missing out (FOMO). There’s always something happening.
- It’s great for networking and building a personal brand.
- And let’s not forget—these platforms are designed to keep us hooked.
So, quitting completely might be tough. But we can build a healthier relationship with social media. Here’s how:
- Take short, planned breaks—even a weekend off helps.
- Track your screen time and be mindful of what you consume.
- Use app limits to control usage.
- Unfollow accounts that make you anxious or unhappy.
- Spend more time with real people, offline.
Social media is here to stay—but how we use it is up to us.