Finals are stressful, so many of us may turn to social media as an escape. We all know the danger of social media in today’s society, whether on our mental health or how we compare ourselves to others. It can become stressful or even addictive. One time, a close mentor of mine told me that the only acceptable diet is a social media diet. This advice is something I have carried with me ever since…
One way to safeguard your mental health on social media is to stop and think about who you are following, and what influence they have one you. Ask yourself:
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Is this a safe and empowering space for me?
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What do they add to my life and/or feed?
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I am comparing myself to them or are they promoting any unattainable standards or falsities?
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How do they reflect my values?
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Is there diversity on my feed?
No accounts are perfect for everyone, especially when it comes to body politics, positivity/neutrality, liberation, and acceptance. So, below are my recommendations to get started in creating a healthy, empowering, and educational social media feed. As always, social media is not a one-size-fits-all and I hope these accounts can be a starting point for diversifying your feed and eliminating the diet culture mentality.
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@bodyposipanda
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@yrfatfriend
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@i_weigh and @jameelajamilofficial
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@florencegiven
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@sassy_latte
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@fatqueeronwheels
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@selfcareisforeveryone
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@pink_bits
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@hellomynameiswednesday
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@neda