14 Days Off Instagram Update: The Calm Is Real

In this episode, I’m sharing an update halfway through my 30-day Instagram Detox. Will I ever go back? That remains to be seen 👀 I cover the (very!) positive effects so far on my sense of self-connection, creativity and community—as well as as some considerations for the future. [00:02:10] Connection: Finding peace in the enoughness of my own life. Why not knowing what others are doing is freeing, and how much more at peace I feel with myself. [00:07:23] Creativity: How deactivating Instagram has improved my focus for guitar practice and songwriting. Plus, how my relationship with short-form content as a whole is changing (even with TikTok). [00:10:37] Community: The realization that I’m more social WITHOUT social media. Intentional, direct, and meaningful contact is so much better than reacting to digital versions of people. [00:13:49] Considerations: Will I go back? My honest thoughts on whether Instagram is really needed for my creative and personal goals and why I’m not entirely sure yet. Prompt: Instead of thinking about what you “should” do or what other people do, ask yourself: what are my most important values in life and does being on social media (or a specific app) align with those values? Listen in to explore how stepping away from the noise can amplify your creativity and simplify your life. 👉 Join my newsletter at whatthefocus.com to get updates about new episodes.

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14 Days Off Instagram Update: The Calm Is Real is an episode from Anja Eve Podcast: Find Your Voice by Anja Eve.

This episode is 00:20:46 long.

This episode was published on Jan 18, 2025.

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