Date uploaded: 2022-09-20 15:24:04
You're scrolling through your social media feed when it hits you.
A post from that account that just rubs you the wrong way. Maybe it's a celebrity whose photoshopped photos of theirchiseled abs or bikini body trigger your body image issues, or maybe it's an influencer whose lavish lifestyle and seemingly only good days makes you feel inadequate.
However fleeting the feeling, experts say our interactions on social media can elicit strong thoughts and emotions – so knowing when it's time to unfollow someone is key to preserving mental health.
"The biggest sign it is time to unfollow someone on social media is if you start to feel bad about yourself after you see their content," said Nadia Addesi, a psychotherapist and social worker.
Click the link in our bio to learn more on when it's time to unfollow someone on social media.
