Social media has become an important part of our day to day lives.
It is where we get to stay connected with the rest of the world, as we forge virtual relationships, source out information and express ourselves accordingly.
However, as the old saying goes, anything in excess will be bad for one — the consumption of social media included.
Reason being is that too much dependency on social media creates unrealistic standards to be followed, opens doors for bashers and trolls, the creation of fear and panic based on the news we see every single day.
This causes immense stress and anxiety and at times, leaves us feeling overwhelmed.
That feeling of being overwhelmed by a lot of negativity and pressure have caused people time and again to have a social media meltdown.
Nowadays, amidst the pandemic, it has been a common sight to see people in their worse behaviors online brought about by the feeling of being overwhelmed.
“Being totally angry, snapping at people and crying uncontrollably — these are just some of the things we notice when one is having a meltdown online, usually brought about by a feeling of being overwhelmed,” according to Celebrity Life Coach Myke Celis.
The thing with having social media melt downs is that it has a long standing impact way after the event is over.
“Viral videos showing celebrities and even ordinary people are circulated all over which actually cause those involved to feel anxious about the judgments others may give them, says Coach Myke.
Focusing on the things we can control is key to preventing a social media meltdown.
Coach Myke: “Listen to yourself and your body. Whenever you feel that you’re almost at the brink of breaking down, pause. Move away from the trigger. Change the space you’re in. Take time to calm yourself by taking deep breaths and doing self-affirmations. That allows you to recalibrate accordingly, which in turn, helps prevent having a meltdown.”
What if one is caught in the heat of the moment, like what happens to most celebrities or people put on the spot and the meltdown happens?
“Acknowledge that you’re only human and things like those happen because you are overwhelmed. Stop beating yourself up and take responsibility for it by apologizing there after. It’s a very humbling experience that can turn into a very empowering one, once you become accountable towards yourself and your actions. Just remember the lessons learned along the way so that you don’t do it all over again,” the best selling author of the #bestmeever book series adds.
The celebrity life coach ends with these important reminders:
“Talk it out. Reach out for help and support if you feel overwhelmed. Ask yourself always: what would be the consequences of my actions? How can I respond accordingly instead of reacting negatively? Give yourself enough time and space to reflect, because those are what can help you rise above the stressful situations onhand.”
