Today, many people, right after waking up, grab their phone and spend hours on social networks. This phenomenon is called “doomscrolling” — the habit of reading only negative and alarming news, which seriously harms mood and mental health. Experts even compare it to “psychological abuse,” reports Peopletalk.
Recently, however, internet users have found a new way to fight this harmful habit — “umidscrolling.” This term means consciously consuming positive information. For example, content about sports, art, fashion, cooking, useful tips, or new trends lifts the mood, motivates, and reduces the pressure of negative news on the psyche.
At the same time, umidscrolling is not just an algorithm, but also requires discipline:
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giving up pages that cause negative emotions;
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gradually reducing screen time;
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consciously switching to positive content.
For instance, famous singer Selena Gomez has long been practicing this method. She avoids unnecessary and negative content and from time to time hands over the management of her social media accounts to her managers, practicing digital detox.
In conclusion, umidscrolling is not only a way to escape stress but also an effective method of using social networks in a beneficial and healthy way.
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