Off social media for a month- help me!!

I will quit (and delete) Facebook and Twitter for a whole month.

I’ve been aware of using my phone way too much for a while. Those pesky social media “likes” aren’t healthy for me, constantly picking up my phone. Having emigrated to NZ, I find my human connections are important, both to people back home and to new people here. But I need to achieve those connections in a different way. I’m aware of increasing evidence showing adverse effects on mental health especially for vulnerable teenagers, and want to bring up my girls with a healthier relationship with technology than I think I’ve shown them so far. Lead by example!

I will access Facebook messenger for those who want to contact me.

I hope people who know me know how challenging this will be for me, and donate to Mental Health Foundation NZ in my stead.