• henfredemars
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    1 year ago

    I try to moderate myself in the face of arguments, trolls, or downvotes on my opinions by remembering that I’m here for entertainment value first and education as a close second in the relevant subs.

    You can’t take what other people think too seriously. I’m not saying be an asshole; rather, there are more important things in life deserving of your time and attention than the Internet. If it’s not making you happy, move on.

    • Provoked Gamer@lemmy.ca
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      1 year ago

      To add on to this. If social media is making you feel terrible, hateful, sad, or like you have no control, then you have to take a break from it. It doesn’t have to be along one, and you can come back later, but I see many people on the internet stuck in this trap which ruins their mental health. Social media is supposed to be a tool to help you connect with others and entertain you, not make you feel scared or anxious at the world.

      • Silviecat44@vlemmy.net
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        1 year ago

        I just recently realised this. Such an important thing to keep in mind . Also, I have started blocking more and it has vastly improved my social media experience .