TODAY…

I return to the world of social media from a one week detox.

I thought I’d have something insightful to share, but I do not.

I’m just reminded of how much more enjoyable life is when you’re fully in it.

When was the last time you lived solely for yourself?

ONE WEEK AGO…

I arrived back in the States with a week of fun, in-the-moment plans ahead.

It seemed like a damn good time to get the hell offline — personally and professionally — and fully enjoy myself. So I did.

And all the issues I’ve had with being in the moment these last few weeks? Whoosh. Nowhere to be found.

I’m not here to debate the merits of social media. I’m tired of the topic. We all know the pros and cons, and we all have our own opinions.

I just want to know when exactly it was that we began to feel the need to share so much of our lives.

And why?

Is it just because we can? Because it feels good? It’s fun? Or is it that damned question of approval, of validation, appearing a certain way? Look at this cool thing I’m doing! Look at this place! Look at me!

If you consider yourself a person who enjoys sharing their life on social media — however you might choose — can you share why you think that is?

There’s no backwards slant to this question, and absolutely no judgement. I’m just itching for some discourse on how we got this point. Reply to my IG story. Comment on this post. Go off.

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When it comes to the feeling of being offline, I can’t help but recall my period of travel in 2022 where I didn’t use social media at all. A period of life where I was so active, camera roll stacked with so much potential “content” — and I chose to share none of it. Actually, almost no one even knew where I was.

I needed freedom. Living off-grid helped loads.

That trip was all the more special for the fact that it was mine, you know?

This sense of sole ownership over my life is the feeling that makes me wonder if I’ll ever reconcile the role of social media marketing in my advisor business. I can’t help but view it as a necessary evil. (Will I ever enjoy my travels the same way when I am obligated to share them? I do not know.)

Similarly, last weekend — an extremely Instagrammable affair, for that matter — felt all the more special because you, the social media public, had no idea where I was or what I was doing.

So, my call to action: this next week, I challenge you to do something really cool for yourself. And when you do treat yourself to that nice meal, throw on that new fit, go to that show?

Don’t tell anyone.

Because I think what we forget is you can still share your joy — the next day.

Save the moment for yourself. Share it after.

On that note, Coachella is actually a great festival. Time to share the best bits.

ONWARDS,

Mag

The Oversharing Epidemic