I actually think it has been good for me not to be on Twitter (X) or Facebook for a while. I am feeling a lot better than I was - Twitter can be a very dark place and can lead you into some pretty unpleasant things although it's not all like that of course. Facebook is a bit of a cesspit likewise and so I only go on there to see how my close friends and family are doing and wish happy birthday, anniversary and so on.
I was asked to go back on mainly because of my jokes and the like but I think I will do that intermittently. I'm keeping clear if I can of TV too and the news is - I am sure - designed to make you feel down too.
But here's the thing. I posted this yesterday and suggested people take a break from Facebook etc.
This short film by Steve Cutts excellently demonstrates why to give your tech a rest. Also it has Yann Tierson's excellent Amelie soundtrack running throughout.
It's worth considering just giving yourself a break or limiting your time on Social Media if you start to find, like I did last year, quite desperate and down about things. Dark times last year and I'm gradually getting out of it but I'm still not really feeling great about going out and doing things. Forced myself to go to some things that I'd rather not do.
I have found that doing three or four projects around the house has helped me to feel better about myself and also added to a sense of being useful and productive.
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