January 31st

10:32 pm

I just deleted all of my social media off of my phone. Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok are all gone. I wanted to do it right before I went to bed so tomorrow starts this adventure fresh. I feel really excited and as if a weight has been lifted, as cheesy as that sounds. I also feel a bit of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out). I posted on Facebook and Instagram just so no one thought I ghosted them or am ignoring them when I don't respond. This is basically my first test for myself, because it is so tempting wanting to see who liked it or if anyone commented on the post. It feels good to write about it. I hope this experiment can help not only myself but everyone around me who also feels stuck with social media and weighed down. For my current and ongoing self... you got this! Stick with it, write everything you feel, and try to stay excited about whatever you do. For my end-of-semester self... I'm hoping it went well, and I hope you you feel good about whatever came from this. Here we go!

February 1st

8:00 am

Initial thoughts... it feels weird not being able to scroll through TikTok as soon as I wake up. It does feel nice to write down some thoughts then get up, and I don't feel so groggy getting up. I think that has to do with having to sit up and stretch then compose thoughts rather than mindlessly scroll. So far, feeling good.

3:57 pm

I'm back home, and starting to realize how many times I pick up my phone especially to watch TikTok. I've also been noticing that I keep trying to replace it with other apps because they are so easy to just click on. Side note, I do want to find a good podcast to listen to, because that is something new but not so hands on.

February 2nd

10:08 pm

I'm realizing how any app can be a distraction if you want it to be... the Walmart app, Amazon, the Taco Bell app. I do want to make a list of ideas for new habits to get into, this week has just been stressful. I also need to edit my video together, I just haven't had the time. Riley (my boyfriend) and I have been spending more time watching Youtube videos, TV episodes, and movies together. I also notice how often other people are on their phones now that I can't be. More people are telling me how they wish they could do what I'm doing. An unintended inspiration. It's also hard to journal sometimes because I feel like I don't have enough to say. However, I did force myself to write this (I figured at least once a day), and now I'm almost a whole page in. I do like journaling, and I think this might be a good habit to keep. Still searching for a podcast by the way.