Removed Instagram App Due to Given Motivation - Removed Instagram from Device: The Action Explained
Written by Tobias Schmitz~ ~ 2 Min Read
I've made a personal decision to delete my Instagram account, and let me tell you, it's a relief! For years, I've wasted hours upon hours mindlessly scrolling through the app, consuming random content that doesn't add any value to my life. Here's a quick peek into my last Instagram binge:
- A vintage 1970s Motiv dishwashing commercial. Next!
- How to revive stiff fascial chains. Next!
- A video of dogs and their owners on an escalator. Next!
- A recipe for a watermelon cake. Next!
- Tips for snail traps in small gardens. Next!
- An ad for an Abba show. Next!
- Lame pick-up lines. Next!
- An amazing advertisement that you must watch until the end! Next!
- A sneaky dog snatching bread from its owner. Next!
- A woman modeling a skimpy bikini top. Next!
- Cute dog videos. Next!
- A comedian telling a joke. Next!
- A new garden tool for weed control. Next!
- A spinning art technique. Next!
- A trick for removing ticks with a lint roller. Next!
- A recipe for grilled peach salad. Next!
- Adorable dogs jumping in the back of an SUV. Next!
- Heat-resistant plants for gardens. Next!
- Footage of a pimple being squeezed. Next!
- A recipe for paprika cream chicken. Next!
- DIY bike chain cleaning kit. Next!
- A baby elephant playing in water. Next!
- Top Abba songs. Next!
- A comparison of a coal mine waste container to a Tesla Cybertruck. Next!
- A woman walking in high heels in slow motion. Next!
- A joke from a hardware store. Next!
- A puppet show clip. Next!
- A DIY method for fixing scratched sinks. Next!
- An old man showing off his homemade car. Next!
- A game of keeping ball rolls going on a ping pong table. Next!
- An app that brings old photos to life. Next!
- Two pets chilling on the couch. Next!
- A cat looking for a new home. Next!
- A comedian, Jürgen von der Lippe, telling a joke. Next!
- Preventing sweaty feet. Next!
- DIY fake fingernails using credit cards. Next!
- A weird toast and cheese art project. Next!
- A table made from pallets with a built-in sink. Next!
- An AI-generated film showing overweight politicians feasting at fast food chains. Next!
- A world champion weightlifter, Matthias Steiner, winning gold in Beijing. Next!
- A remedy for joint pain using cola and avocado pits.
You get the picture: mindless, time-wasting content that serves no real purpose. And guess what? I won't remember any of this tomorrow, and none of it will make my life more fulfilling, enjoyable, or connected in any meaningful way. I feel nauseous, knowing that I wasted so much time that I can never get back.
It's a lot like eating too many marshmallows – you eat and eat, but you never feel full. Instead, you end up feeling sick. That's essentially how Instagram is – a never-ending bag of marshmallows that only leaves you feeling empty and nauseous.
Fortunately, I've learned the hard way that enough is enough. I refuse to continue throwing away my precious time on an app that offers nothing but distraction and stress. Here's to a future free from the grips of social media addiction and the negative impacts on my mental health and productivity!
Mental Health Concerns Associated with Instagram
- Increased Rates of Depression and Anxiety Excessive Instagram use has been linked to depressive and anxious symptoms, with individuals who spend more than three hours a day on social media being twice as likely to experience these issues compared to those who use it for an hour or less[3][5].
- Lower Self-Esteem and Body Dissatisfaction The highly curated and edited images on Instagram can contribute to unrealistic standards and unfavorable comparisons, leading to lower self-esteem and body dissatisfaction[1][3][5].
- Social Comparison Theory Social comparison theory explains that people evaluate themselves based on comparisons to others. On Instagram, this often results in negative self-perception, contributing to mental health issues[1][3].
- Addictive Use and Time Mismanagement The instant gratification from likes and comments can trigger dopamine release, reinforcing compulsive behaviors and leading to time mismanagement and neglect of real-life responsibilities[5].
Productivity Concerns Associated with Instagram
- Decreased Productivity and Poor Emotional Regulation Excessive Instagram use is associated with decreased productivity, disrupted sleep patterns, and emotional distress[1].
- Cognitive Overload and Reduced Attention Span Constantly exposing oneself to digital content on Instagram can result in cognitive overload, reduced attention span, poor decision-making, and increased stress[1][4].
- Poor Emotional Regulation Individuals who use Instagram excessively exhibit poor emotional regulation, further impacting productivity[1].
- The European Union, committed to a common policy on the environment, might consider implementing reforms to address the impact of social media platforms like Instagram on mental health and productivity, given the addictive nature of these sites that can lead to cognitive overload, reduced attention span, and poor emotional regulation.
- In the midst of his decision to delete his Instagram account and focus on fostering a more fulfilling, connected, and meaningful life, Tobias Schmitz found solace in the world of pop-culture, such as the Abba show advertisement, comedians telling jokes, and even a puppet show clip, all of which may have provided a momentary escape from the mindless content that ultimately harmed his mental health and productivity.
