I have to admit it, I have a scrolling problem.
Despite me loving the internet, its not what it used to be. I am constantly scrolling on videos, specifically from Instagram reels or Tiktok or anything platform that has the option to watch short videos. This has caused me to waste my life and time, I've gotten so deep into watching videos for so long that I end up feeling unfulfilled with my life and unhappy.
"Just watch one more and do what you have planned for the day." has turned to me watching 50 more videos and completely forgetting what i watched 5 scrolls back.
I despise it.
This is what I have done this week to limit my scrolling:
1) At least read a book for an hour or two.
2) draw, even if it is on my Ipad screen, it is more fulfilling than scrolling mindlessly.
3) If wanting to use the internet, use it for a good purpose; recipes, book recs, film recs, drawing tutorials or even learning something new.
4) prioritize chores and cleaning my space, taking care of plants and or spending more time with my cat.
5) write in a journal or creating a to do list to keep my mind busy.
6) Even writing fan fiction helps, reading it as well!
7) having conversations with others even if it is on text, saying hello to someone on the street helps me become aware of myself and others than having the urge to scroll.
I've lived a pretty sedentary life and I'm tired of it, I do go out and walk, run or do my usual strength training but that's just some routine I have always built for myself anyway! Although, it never satisfied me enough...but after this, I have gotten used to boredom.
When I'm bored I can go find a hobby and drop my phone or I can stare at the grass for an hour and ponder, it doesn't bother me anymore.
I hope everyone can get used to boredom and not have the urge to scroll anymore.
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V8Muscle
gaming is da only way of life fuck all dat scrolling shit
LOL I do game but not as much anymore but it is nice to do when I don't want to scroll
by bunnibun7; ; Report
sillybilly
the way i see it is that having goals is the only reason people feel unfulfilled and that what you should do is play life with the cards youre dealt like taking your example ive been scrolling for hours thats already done and gone no need to worry or feel bad if you get my meaning
I totally get that!
Just sometimes it feels like an addiction (it is) and I've had some myself but this one seems to be harder to get out of so I can't really play my cards, I have to find ways to distract my mind and if not I will stare at grass and that would be enough for me.
by bunnibun7; ; Report
if youre looking for a way to distract yourself i find music works its definently a bit avant garde but i love listening to Oidopuaa Vladimir Oiun
by sillybilly; ; Report
especially his Divine Music from Jail album
by sillybilly; ; Report
Coco ʕ·ᴥ·ʔ
Well, kudos to you for being able to admit it!! (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧ The first step toward letting go of something that’s not good for you is recognizing it and admitting it without trying to make excuses for it. I’m also a victim of constant scrolling (；´∀｀), but I’ve been trying to slowly change that little by little. Beyond the hobbies and activities I can do outside of the internet, I’ve been trying to be more intentional with the content I consume. I try to watch Instagram reels all the way through instead of mindlessly swiping, and I only like or interact with reels that actually bring something meaningful to my life rather than just being quick dopamine hits that leave me feeling drained, even if I haven’t even gotten out of bed (╥﹏╥).
Although I have to say, putting my phone down and just lying there looking at the sky has become my favorite activity whenever I realize I’ve been spending too much time staring at a screen. There’s something so peaceful about just existing for a while and letting your mind wander (´꒳`). And you’re absolutely right; we’ve lost the ability to simply sit with ourselves and accept boredom as something that naturally has to happen at some point during the day. I really hope we can relearn how to be comfortable with those quiet moments without feeling the constant need to fill every bit of silence with something
Sometimes doing nothing is actually something we need, and I think there’s a certain kind of beauty in allowing ourselves to just be present, even if it feels a little strange at first ( ˶ˆᗜˆ˵ ).
Thank you for speaking about this, I'm happy someone can also relate! :D
I have also found content online that truly means a lot for my life and it has helped me further into thinking of what should be prioritized within my day.
I definitely think this should be talked about more, its sad that a beloved machine (technology) can be used to make those addicted to it instead of a learning tool or something that allows us to connect! I have also noticed that my brain is becoming more interested in smaller details with life and what I have been doing rather than existing purely as a meat bag living on a rock LOL.
also with the sky thing, I have been doing that as well! I like laying in the grass at the storm pond near me and just staring at nothing and listening to the ducks!!!
by bunnibun7; ; Report