How deleting social media changed my life
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- Опубліковано 3 тра 2024
- What I use to filter UA-cam so it's more of a tool and not social media: chromewebstore.google.com/det...
This video is an update from one of my previous videos about limiting my screen time, seen here: • Get off your phone
I finally did it, I deleted social media. I deleted Instagram and Reddit from my phone. I was also spending too much time on UA-cam, although I don't consider it social media depending on how you use it. From now on, I will operate this channel from my computer only. It's off my phone for good! I know it's only been 2 months, but I'm excited to see how this goes. There's a whole world out there and I finally get to look up.
Also, I'm trying to get more comfortable being on camera. 1, so my videos don't have to be so shot heavy all the time, and 2, because I think it helps build my confidence. After watching myself during the edit, I need a lot of work lol
Hello to you if you're reading this! :)
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How I use youtube so it's not "social media":
I got a comment from someone who wants to post content on youtube but doesn't want to consume it. I will post my advice here in case other people want to use it.
1. Use a chrome extension called UnTrap. It's on desktop for free but paid in the app store. It lets you filter youtube.
2. Use UnTrap to filter out shorts, recommended videos, 'up next', the comment section etc. You can remove pretty much everything.
3. (optional) Desaturate all thumbnails by 50%, you'll notice how bright and eye catching they are when this feature is turned off.
4. Post your content, do what you need to do to run/manage your channel. Or just enjoy curated youtube.
Hopefully this helps fellow creators or people trying to limit their screen time! I should've addressed this in the video, but I didn't think about it. Live and learn :)
Wow, thank you so much for this recommendation! I already know that this is going to save me so much time. I can't see an option to desaturate thumbnails, though - is this only available on the Pro version? :)
It should be available in the free version as well. In the drop down menu, select video item, under the thumbnail section, there is a setting called shade of gray for thumbnails, you should be able to set it from there
Wow! Thank you so much ❤️
thanks for linking to the chrome extension!
"I've been figuring out who I am outside of social media. And so far, I think I like her." 🤟💖
Yes, same 🤎
Why the devil horns hand signal?
lol social media and phones rlly fucked us up
100% our moms were right the whole time, it's those damn phones
@@janieisbored I agree 💯
As someone who just turned 20 -- I think this video was just the push I needed to go full send and Uninstall social media too. I've been uninstalling and reinstalling them on and off for nearly a year now-- because after a few days I lose momentum and always cave. but... you're right. You're right and I owe myself that chance to be present and observant in my own life. To make memories and to just. Live. Idk I don't usually comment but thank you
So moved by this comment! I'm glad the video helped you, you got this!
i hope youre still going strong. i realized at first intuitively that it was affecting me negatively. u arent missing out on anything besides warped perceptions and anxiety i promise
Yes! Do that! I wasted my entire 20s on social media and I’m turning 30 in September and it’s starting to delete Facebook, and minimize other social media I use. I want it to mean something. I’m done with things that are a mindless waste of time.
I just deactivated both my FB and IG account, deleted twitter, and never been into tiktok. I honestly feel so peace. At first it was hard because it feels like I need to watch something to meet my boredom. But I just really found peace knowing that I only use UA-cam for a purpose. To watch video like this. 😊
Hi Anamae, good on you for getting rid of the apps. Thanks for the nice comment, it means a lot :)
All of this resonates with me. I also wasted my 20s on social media and being about to turn 30 in a few months im feeling a major shift and I’m unplugged from most social media. The media I’m using I’m trying to use in a mindful and meaningful way. I only have instagram for posting about what I’m reading and what my thoughts are on the books I’m reading. I deleted my other instagram accounts. I’m deleting Facebook. I’m unsubscribing from UA-cam channels that dont bring value into my life or teach me something. I’m just seeing social media in a whole new light lately.
i just deleted both my instagram and twitter accounts like 2 days back and i already feel less anxious
That's awesome! Congrats!
I'm going in week 3 without social media in little to no phone time. The first few days were the hardest but now I just feel normal. Im embracing being bored which feels better than being overstimulated by the noise on social media
Congrats on making it to 3 weeks, I know it's hard to do. You should proud! I'm glad it made things better for you
Exactly. I just don't care anymore.
I love this. I’ve been doing this and growing in my spiritual relationship with Jesus Christ. I’ve found myself interested even the more in deep conversations with real people. UA-cam I guess I don’t consider social media like Facebook/ IG / Twitter - and also I was so annoyed by ppl in the comment section lol now look at me. Those ppl knew something I’m learning now as a 28 year old first time mom.
It’s beautiful on this side especially as mom being able to instill these values into my son.
Love this! Without social media, you kinda get sent back in time when you were just a little kid full of curiosity, taking in the world around you ❤
That's so true!
I’m 39 about to be 40 in November and I don’t care either. I’ve been off of social media since late January. It’s liberating, I can just live!!! 😊
I love this! My 20th birthday is in a month and I plan to delete social media as a birthday gift to myself!
That's a great gift! Happy early birthday!
Social media did not even exist when I was your age. You are not missing out on anything that is essential to your survival or psychological well being. Do not let the current bit of slang "Touch Grass" remain an ironic refrain of the 'terminally online'. It is good advice for everyone.
I’ve been off since October and I definitely struggled with fomo for a few months. But since April, I honestly don’t remember much of the stress and anxiety I had when I had insta. The depression and feelings of inadequacy. My head feels clear and I’m noticing it’s harder for me to be upset anymore.
Your last sentence really sticks out to me, it's true. I feel like the comments on social media are just people being angry and it starts to affect you. But once it's gone, you don't feel it anymore.
Great video. Gave it up a few years ago too. ‘If you don’t pay for the product, you are the product’.
You hit the nail on the head about allowed yourself to be bored. Kids are constantly occupied these days and adults are too. My moments of greatest inspiration have come when I’m bored or at a loose end. If you fill that time with a phone, it’ll never happen.
Nice quote! Totally agree with everything you said, my creatively skyrocketed after I deleted them, so I'm never going back. Thank for the comment :)
The quote is either from Jaron Lanier or the Center for Humane Technology podcast. Can’t quite remember. Both worth checking out if you haven’t already. Great insights into how tech dominates our lives and what we can do about it.
@@janieisboredthis too is social media 🤔😚
recently deleted social media and it's honestly been amazing, and the part you said about feeling free and more present is so true!
Really social media fuc*** up the peace, Now i find my hobbies and really i am interested to work on it.
I love this! I am on a hiatus from social media and mostly use UA-cam because I love videography/editing. College life has consumed most of my life anyway for me to post and I’m not so much concerned about posting pointless content. I want to make content that matters and LIVE.
Same! I use youtube to study cinematography and filmmaking. You could definitely find a way that works for you!
True, i quit Facebook and started seeing and feeling the real world
Awesome, I'm glad!
Spot on!
Absolutely phenomenal video. Amazing execution, amazing message, editing, filming, and overall quality. This video needs so much more traction it may also help others maybe break free a bit. Great work Janie!
Thank you so much, that's very kind. I didn't expect the video to do this well but I'm glad that it's helping people!
this video is short yet an absolute gem:)
This is the life that I want once I get a financial stablity.
Best laid plans.
One can life outside of the Globalist's corrupt and manipulated monetary system....
Hi,
I did all this yesterday and I feel at peace.
I'm 36. Btw 11 years ago when I deleted my Facebook and it was the best decision I've ever made on that day!
That's awesome! I wish I did it sooner
Yes mom , it really was that damn phone 😞🤦♀️
how do you only have 196 subscribers? your videos are amazing!
Thank you! I'm glad you like them!
I left Facebook in January this year and decided to just take a 2-week break from Instagram. Ten days into it now and I don't miss it very much. I like being at one with my own thoughts and not have to see post after post of everyone else's "fabulous life." And I do more reading. I'm okay.
That's great to hear! 2 weeks isn't easy, so good for you for making it to 10 days. Reading more is always a plus :)
Off topic but this video is so cinematic and edited so well!! 😍
Not off topic at all, the cinematic stuff is what I'm going for. Glad you noticed, thank you! :)
So beautiful, I love how you said you start to notice things more.
Thanks! Noticing things more is one of the benefits of unplugging, I think
Thank you for this
That's awesome, I'm glad it helped. Thanks for the sub, I appreciate it. Also shoutout to midnight gospel from your profile pic! lol
Your video popped out on my yt timeline and I watched it out of curiosity, glad I watched it! Your words are comforting and you seem like such a wise person, I wish you the best, lots of love 💌🌷
Wow thank you so much , I'm glad you enjoyed it!
great video!! such fun video shots and storytelling too, looking forward to future videos
Thank you so much!
YOU GO GURL I hate social media too!!
woww!! nice information👌👌
I'm glad you liked it!
This is the first video of you I saw, but I'm also commenting on it since it is the most recent one. I want to say/write so many things but I'll try to focus on the most important points:
1. I think it's wonderful and awful at the same time how many (young) peoople are trying to escape social media and smart phones but realize it is not that easy in our day and age. I myself struggle with this and find myself getting nostalgic to the point where I feel like I can't be content in this (western/globalized) age. I know the last centuries weren't better or happier, it's just a feeling.
2. For the longest time I tried to find people who were exactly like me in different aspects. I'm in the process of realizing and understanding that we are all unique, but what we share is connection. I feel like I connect to to you or at least to your content since you're my age, think/talk about a lot of the things I think about and just create beautiful video essays. I really look forward to your future videos.
Well, I hope my points come across. (Feels good to leave a comment I thought about for more than 10 seconds. I think I'm starting to understand slow living on the internet...)
1. Yeah it's 100% true, there's no real escape anymore unless you get a flip phone or something, but even then, we have computers.
2. I'm glad you find my content relatable, I try to make videos on random stuff I think about so it's really nice to hear that other people are thinking the same things.
Thanks for leaving such a nice comment! I appreciate you sharing your thoughts :)
Very nice insight. Happy to discover your channel. Thanks for sharing this and keep sharing more!
Thank you, I will :)
Thanks for making me subscribe your channel. You really explained it all too well. Lately I'm going through some stuffs and I deleted all of the apps which was taking away my time to clear my head. I also thought it would've been better if UA-cam can be uninstalled too. But now I feel thankful that it can't be removed, cause that's the reason I met you. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Wishing you all of the happiness. Hope we all can experience this peaceful and happy life ♡
Welcome! I still keep youtube around, but I try to use it with more intention from now on. Thanks for the kind comment, wishing you the best as well :)
Keep creating, you're really an inspiration to me
Thank you, that's so nice!
Hello. I have just found your channel. I also couldn't be sure to delete social media 🙃 but now i know. 😊 thank you. Your video is so calming and meaningful. I am very happy that I've found you. ☺️ keep going ❤🎉
Thanks! I appreciate the kind words.
So well filmed. Best of luck on your no social media journey. I too feel more present and free. Gained so much time since I removed the apps! Also thanks for your ‘untrap’ google extension recommendation. Going to be using that to get rid of the shorts😅
Hi Daisy, glad I was able to help. UA-cam is so much better without shorts tbh
@@janieisbored this is the thing, I’ve always complained to my friends saying that I wish apps just allowed us to disable this stuff. Instead, people are being pushed to remove entire apps. If I’m Instagram I was able to disable stories, reels, and the explore page, I would potentially keep it. Big emphasis on potentially. But instead, all of that just makes me feel more disconnected if anything. I’ve managed to uphold good self discipline so far of not watching reels on UA-cam but JHEEZ sometimes one’s just on my screen. So I have to remove from watch history and click not interested in all of them recommended in the hope they will disappear more. There’s definitely more of a sense of community on here, and more of a hopeful algorithm !sometimes! For example your lovely video being in my recommended. Thanks again Janie. You take care xxx
Children need help dealing with social media addiction.
Those who created social media, did so knowing the damage caused to children...
Accountability....is coming.
i'm glad i found you 🌟
I love this video so much. It has given me some of the motivation to delete social media💗
You got this!
this is beautiful from the message to your personality which shines in the presentation of your video
Thank you, Cristina. That's so kind! I often think I'm too stiff on camera, glad to know that my personality can still come out lol
@@janieisbored we are our worst critics lol There's always something to tweak and do different or a tiny bit more advanced. If this is where you are at now I'm genuinely excited to see where you are in 12 months
great video, thank you!
this video resonated with me. it has been a while since I got quite ambivalent towards social media but i feel i can't take the big step and delete them once and for all 🙈
I also have to say that i like the video edit apart from the content of the video 👌
Glad it resonated with you! If social media brings you joy in some ways, then you don't have to do anything. Thanks for the kind words, glad you liked the edit too :)
incredible! i love this so much.
Thank you, that's so nice!
Needed this
The hardest social media for me to quit was tiktok. It was by far the most addicting and i was on it every single day. It consumed me and made me miserable. I haven't been on it for a month now and it has improved my mental health so much.
I tried tiktok for literally a day and couldn't stand it, there's just too much going on at once. Glad you got off of it and you're feeling better! :)
22 now and quit it last year
Awesome!
cute video! i also don't have any social media except for youtube (which is already time consuming). I just stopped using youtube shorts and found a way to block them. I still spend more time than i wish here, but it's nice to at least have my attention focused on something that lasts more than 30 seconds. and honestly watching sims 4 builds and cute videos is already better than mindless scrolling instagram or watching who's getting cancelled on twitter. All my social media had 2 factor authentication and when my phone was robbed i realized it's actually kind of nice not to see anything on the internet. I wasn't able to use them on my computer either so after day 2 I was already convinced it was much better this way
I relate to the Sims 4 video watching, I just like watching people design stuff lol UA-cam isn't all bad but it can be hard to cut down. I only use it from my computer now so I can remove shorts and other distractions with chrome extensions. But I agree, it's a lot better to just not use it at all.
How did you block shorts?
The chrome extension I use is called UnTrap, you can filter out basically everything. It's also in the app store but it's paid
its harder to delete soc med esp messenger or whatsapp because of work and also since working abroad away from family and friends,its the only way to communicate with them...Self control basically is the only thing i can think of to avoid wasting time in soc med...
If it's what you need to communicate with those close to you, then keep it. I just decided to get rid of it because it didn't bring me happiness. Good on you for having self control, it was really hard for me to keep that up
love this
Thanks, Fabio! I appreciate it
The thing is I want to delete all these messages in Discord, Instagram and I think UA-cam and Tiktok, I regret oversharing and how I typed and what I wrote every single day, I have online close friends in discord and I don't know if I can quit the server they mean a lot to me, but at the same time I want to focus on my life to get the things that I want and live in non-fiction. I don't know what to it's been 16 years and now I'm 18 I feel like I wasted my life and forgot completely about my childhood's memories.
You don't have to quit completely if it means a lot to you. I'm sure there's a balance you can find that will let you focus on your life and still keep contact with your friends. Starting out with time limits on apps helped me a lot in the beginning. Do what you think is best.
you are so wise and so cute! subscribed!
lol thanks! welcome :)
This is wonderful
Thanks Sophie!
Okay yea you ate this up ❤
Thank you!
Your accent is pretty good! Keep it up 😊
Thanks, it still needs work though lol
Awesome
Thank you!
I was thinking the same way too. 😊 why are we checking anyway? And whats the point. You’re right. Btw i subbed to your channel. 😊
Hi Vernica, thank you for the support :)
I love this vid sm
Thank you, I'm glad!
@@janieisbored You're welcome and keep up the good work! 🍀❤️
I don’t have social media till now I am 21years now but I am addicted with UA-cam and porn addiction 😢don’t know how to overcome this situation till now .
I lovee
Thank you!
I have friends that only use Instagram DM's to communicate and that's honestly why I use insta and would delete it other wise. Can you and the other guys here in the comments tell me an alternative!
My friends would use it like that too, but it was all reels and memes, not much talking. If they have your number, they can text you. There are other apps just for communication like whatsapp if they're international, it just needs internet.
you do not look like you are in your 30s i am in my early 20s and I have going through the exact same realisations you are going through. i also want to create content and not be a consumer. Is there any tip you can give about that?
Hi Aminah! This is a great question. Glad you want to create content too! In order for me to not be a consumer, I use a chrome extension for youtube that eliminates shorts, recommended videos, removes the comment section, and hides views. It's called UnTrap. It basically makes the youtube experience very bland but it helps to remove all the distractions. That way I can do what I need to do and move on with my life. Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any more questions
@@janieisbored thank you I’m definitely downloading it and I look forward to seeing you grow on this channel both internally as a person and in terms of reaching more people to spread the messages you have
Are u a Filipina? ❤
I'm gonna try to answer in Tagalog with one of the few words I know, opo :)
"I deleted social media out of my life but the whole time I was making a video for social media."
Yeah, it's ironic but I don't consider youtube to be social media because it depends on how you use it. It can be a tool to learn things. I learned a lot about cinematography on here and it helps me pick shots for videos. Thanks for the comment!
@@janieisbored Fair enough I suppose.
Deleting social media and still posting on it doesn't make sense 😊
Yeah I'm a hypocrite tbh, but it depends on how you use it. I use youtube to learn cinematography and when I post it's to show what I learned, like turning in homework.
love this
Thanks!