Is it time for you to break up with social media?

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Quiz Questions

1.
How many hours a day do you spend on social media for personal use?
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- A.
  less than 1 hour/day
- B.
  1-2 hours/day
- C.
  3-4 hours/day
- D.
  more than 4 hours/day
2.
When are you most likely to check your social media?
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- A.
  When I want to zone out and relax.
- B.
  Whenever I have a few minutes.
- C.
  During planned and timed sessions.
- D.
  Honestly, I check it incessantly, even in the restroom.
3.
How do you use social media? (check all that apply)
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- A.
  To stay in touch with real-life family and friends
- B.
  To check updates on my child's school/activity/sport
- C.
  To read the daily news headlines and stories
- D.
  To follow people who inspire me, intrigue me, entertain me
- E.
  To sell my product, distribute my work, or promote my business
- F.
  To engage in groups that support my hobbies and interests
- G.
  To learn new things
4.
What statement best describes your relationship with social media?
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- A.
  I enjoy using social media, I follow life-giving people/accounts, and I don't see a problem with it.
- B.
  I used to enjoy it, but it has changed and now it feels toxic. And yet, I still go there every day…
- C.
  I have a love/hate relationship with social media. I enjoy aspects of it, but I often leave feeling angry, frustrated, sad...
- D.
  I'm only there because I need to be. It's a necessary evil.
- E.
  I am addicted to social media. I want to quit and/or have tried to quit, but I can't.
- F.
  I'm indifferent to social media. I rarely use it and sometimes forget to check it.
5.
How does social media usually make you feel?
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- A.
  Amused and entertained
- B.
  Connected and well-informed
- C.
  Inadequate and jealous
- D.
  Anxious and depressed
- E.
  Encouraged and happy
- F.
  Angry and frustrated
- G.
  Overwhelmed and confused
- H.
  All of the above
6.
Does social media bring out the best in you?
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- A.
  Yep! 100%
- B.
  Sometimes. But I’m committed to spreading joy there even if I don’t feel like it on the inside.
- C.
  No. But I usually log off before I say something I’ll regret.
- D.
  Nope. it brings out the worst in me.
7.
When you think about taking a break from social media, how do you feel?
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- A.
  Confused. Why would I take a break from something that has brought so much good into my life and the lives of others?
- B.
  Anxious. I wouldn't know what is going on. I would miss important news or information.
- C.
  Conflicted. It would probably be a good idea, but I'd miss too many aspects of it if I took a break.
- D.
  Scared. It's such a huge part of my life, I don't know how to exist without it.
- E.
  Excited. Taking a break sounds like a great idea and I'm ready to do it.
8.
How are you feeling today?
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- A.
  Depressed, anxious, lonely.
- B.
  Circumstances are challenging, but I’m doing well in spite of them.
- C.
  Struggling. I’m overwhelmed and stressed.
- D.
  Awesome! Happy, healthy, thriving.

Quiz Outcomes

1.
You have a healthy relationship with social media!
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Wow! Not many people can pull this off, but you are doing it. You draw good boundaries around your social media use and have thriving relationships outside of these platforms. You are a rare breed. Keep up the great work.
2.
Things are a little rocky.
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Despite your best efforts to maintain healthy boundaries, social media sometimes drags you down. You always go in with good intentions, but usually leave feeling gross. Creating a little distance will give you the clarity you need to make better decisions regarding social media moving forward.
3.
You could use a break.
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What began as something fun and entertaining has taken a turn. Social media is causing you more harm than good. Now is the time to step away and redefine your relationship with these platforms.
4.
It's over.
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It's not you, it's social media. You know you need to step away, but social media keeps luring you back. The thought of leaving makes you feel sad, anxious, or scared. For the sake of your mental and emotional health, you need a clean break. You deserve so much better.

Is it time for you to break up with social media?

It's complicated. We get it. But all toxic relationships must come to an end. If social media is hurting you more than helping you, it may be time to take a break...or say goodbye for good.

Quiz Questions

Quiz Outcomes