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USE YOUR TIME AND DISCOVER VALUE FROM LEARNING THE DOs AND DON'Ts FOR CLICKS ON SOCIAL MEDIA!

In today's digital age, it's easy to fall into the trap of mindless scrolling. Hours can slip away as you swipe endlessly through social media feeds, watching videos, or browsing news. While this might seem harmless, it often leaves you feeling unfulfilled, distracted, or even overwhelmed. But what if your scrolling time could be transformed into something meaningful and productive?

Here are some do's and don'ts to help you find your way to making sure you find the sweet spot in scrolling in a way that ensures you get value out of your time online.

-Do-

What should I do if I find myself in an endless pattern of scrolling and clicking?

Set clear goals for your online activities — Know what you want to accomplish before you start browsing. It's quite rewarding getting that feeling of knowing your time was used productively.

Prioritize quality over quantity — Seek out valuable content, learning resources, or meaningful interactions. Exploring one topic in depth is always better than a bunch of unrelated topics.

Schedule designated times for online work and breaks — This helps maintain focus and prevents time getting away from you. Fight the urge to stay online for just five more minutes.

Use productivity tools — Employ timers or task lists to stay on track. Even music or a podcast can help you mark the time. Start that hour-long track, and see if you can finish your task before it ends.

Monitor your online habits regularly — Assess if your online time aligns with your goals and make adjustments as needed. Take note of what you spend your time doing. I guarantee you'll find yourself saying, "I really spent that long on that?!"

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-Don't-

What habits should I avoid that could cause a slip back into mindless internet use and being unproductive?

Don't fall down rabbit holes — We all have been there before and it seems interesting, but stop! It wastes time and derails focus. You always just end up asking yourself, "How did I end up here?"

Don't get trapped by constant notifications — They distract from your tasks and break your concentration. Rather than staying on your purpose, you end up gathering coins in a game or clearing emails.

Don't jump on social media when bored — You have more important things to do than comment on someone's post or like their picture. Seek out more purposeful activities instead.

Don't neglect offline relationships and activities — There's a whole big world out there for you to discover. Balance your online time with real-world interactions. Your Go-Zone exists in real life, too!

Don't ignore your mental and physical health — Take regular breaks. Stretch. Disconnect and recharge. Go touch grass. Sometimes we all need to turn our digital brain off and do something physical.