people without social media are happier.

[@sophielovexo]

for a video that’s giving very anti-social media....I’m actually rlly happy to be back and have pre-filmed stuff ready for y’all. 🥺🙏🏾🤍

[@Manvith-vm1sl]

Mark Zuckerberg and others know that it's bad,they know its addictive, they know it also affects people's life. They know everything that's happening but they don't do anything

[@tiasimone8789]

i deleted insta and tik tok a couple months ago and i have felt a lot more confident in myself. Without social media, i’ve been able to learn how to love myself without compare myself to different people.

[@sophielovexo]

Ughh that is so beautiful to read!! Thank u for sharing, making me re-think taking breaks (from Instagram & Twitter specifically)

[@Lilymay321]

I agree

[@annika2271]

It’ll be 3 years since I’ve been off social media and baybbbeeeeeee, I must say it’s real cute over here🥺 highly recommend

[@sophielovexo]

ugh love that for youuu!!

[@elisazouza]

I MISS IT SM DO YOU HAVE ANY TIPES

[@nnzulu7684]

Girl I wish I only have IG left (deleted Twitter and Facebook) and I'm so scared to delete it

[@annika2271]

@@nnzulu7684 girllllll lemme tell you, you might relapse a few times and reactivate but just remember give yourself grace, its highkey a purging/detox process, but as long as you proceed with care, intention, and some discipline, you'll get there mamas

[@annika2271]

@@elisazouza yess girl just give yourself grace throughout the process and remember that it is, at the end of the day, a process, so it may take some time and a few tries but you'll eventually get there boo

[@leighharwood916]

It stands to reason. People without social media are largely unplugged. Therefore, they can concentrate on pursuing their own goals and happiness without all the distractions.

[@jayk1336]

haven’t watched the full video yet, but I’ve been without Snapchat, insta, and tiktok for over a year now. All I have is KZbin, and I can definitely say I feel a lot happier with myself and my life.

[@sophielovexo]

I wholeheartedly love that for you, & I’m happy you’re happier!! 🙏🏾🤍

[@justmiavida3460]

I have been off of social media for a while. I’m very happy without it. I can’t speak for anyone else, but it’s a waste of time. I found that it was breaking me down mentally and destroying relationships. I was way too preoccupied with what was on social media. My fear of missing out caused me to impulse buy. Life on social media is definitely curated. I’m so much happier without people in my business. I can make mistakes and grow without being scrutinized by strangers. Life is beautiful… ❤️

[@emilymaryflowers]

I came off social media nearly 4 years ago when I became a Mom as I wanted to be present for my son and really give him my everything. Just wanted to say to anyone who Is debating to come off or not, DO IT! Life is so much better without it, the first couple of weeks are hard, but once you have passed that, you'll see what I mean!

[@nd4666]

Same here, it's been 5 years. At first I had "fear of missing out" but honestly I've been able to slow down, spend quality time with my son, crush goals and save money. When I was on Instagram I was so worried about likes from ppl I rarely talk to lol.

[@BIGB347]

i left social media march 21st 2022 since then life been so much calmer and peaceful focus on life, heath, work, new habits etc. social media is toxic it's a waste of time. i deleted em entirely i feel 100x happier.

[@RamboQuellz]

Damn you're only 19? You're so intelligent and well spoken I thought you were like 25 😍❤

[@sophielovexo]

thank you!! 🥺🤍🙏🏾

[@gorgonbaby]

I honestly been thinking about deleting all of my social media (except youtube) by the end of this year, but that fomo is so real, but we working on that

[@sophielovexo]

I think for me it’s rlly the FOMO 😭

[@gorgonbaby]

@@sophielovexo that ho has me in a chokehold 😭😭😭

[@SimplySydney]

Facts! I’ve truly been able to see the other side of this coin while dating, in which the other person isn’t on social media whatsoever and didn’t grow up with it . Definitely a breath of fresh air. Also I think just setting boundaries with yourself and the internet can really make it work for you and not against you.

[@sophielovexo]

Wait that’s such a good point! I never even noticed that I tend to attract partners who are barely ever on social media but I’ve never thought about why

[@ulijosephaffiliate2840]

Been without it for 2 years, What I’ve noticed, you start spending more time on yourself, bettering yourself, because you’re not spending all your free time on that, you just start developing different. Start working out 5 days a week, start getting better at your skills, and there is really no way you can be stopped, the Ski is the limit, and what I like the most, you completely stop caring about what others think. Highly recommended.

[@LADYDIVAful]

I'm 50+ and I must say you're ahead of the curve. Cambridge University did a study and advised communal outlet owners of the damage social media does to humans mental wellness. They even suggested, the owners allow only the curator of the post to see who "like" their pictures and comments… It cuts down on people comparing themselves to others. I closed my wall after I consistently met people who ONLINE didn't match their REAL-TIME! I truly believe social media is a danger to our mental health. Bonus: Whatever people brag and bolster about reveal what they're weakest about. -Ryan Holiday

[@MicahRion]

Ugh everything you said is so relatable. I love/hate social media so much. It’s a #1 distraction for me, I’m in trauma recovery and my distractions are important tools but I think social media isn’t the healthiest one I could have. So holding space and honoring that.

[@elisazouza]

i felt that a lot

[@hillarydavis7637]

Before this vid I was contemplating deactivating my accounts and now more than halfway thru the vid I am def gonna do it. I’m so over the comparison and the increase in anxiety on the daily! Just going to take a min to not feel the FOMO lmao. AND YES SOCIAL MEDIA FEELS LOUD THAT IS THE BEST WAY TO DESCRIBE IT LOL

[@savvysiren2881]

This is FACTS. I haven't been on any of my primary social media accounts for, like, a year. And I AM happier! That shit is stressful, time-consuming and just unnecessary.

[@tashibalampkin8555]

I feel you. I'm concerned about how much I'm on the internet. Especially KZbin. Like, the moment I'm awake on KZbin. Before I go to bed, I'm on KZbin. There's no "if I'm not on KZbin if doing xy and z." I'm constantly on KZbin or some other social media app. I also get my news from independent sources on KZbin. So if I get rid of KZbin, I get rid of my access to those new sources.

[@sophielovexo]

I feel the same way abt Twitter! Like when I think about how I’m kept in the loop it’s literally just through that app, I feel like I miss so much even when I delete it for a couple days 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@lilreena8619]

Don’t delete KZbin but instead limit the amount of time you spend on here. If the content you’re consuming isn’t fulfilling then don’t engage with it, I’ve found this to be really helpful ✨

[@shaylanewlife]

My life been the best with out “social media” I’m glad that I left. I do not plan on going back on social media either. I have nothing but, peace now since I’ve been off of Social.

[@vict0riyuh]

not me realizing my instagram is 10 years old.....dang. it really does affect you, i remember being really young and caring ab the number of likes and followers so much, and i had 1200 followers until last year when i decided to remove anyone i didn't feel a personal connection with. i literally went from 1200 to 160. i think that really helped me use it to keep up with people i care about instead of comparing myself to others. but it really is hard to take a break when it's what you grew up with. amazing video btw

[@crazyboy585]

Thats interesting I respect your decision

[@renee_6923]

so excited that you are back! i just have youtube, and I am SO much happier. i commented on one of your college advice videos a few months back, and not having social media didn't stop me from making friends! if anything, it was a conversation starter haha. so thank you for the encouragement :)

[@sophielovexo]

reading ppl talk about how their lives changed for the better and that not having social media didn’t hinder them is so cool. rlly didn’t know what the initial response would be but I feel like not having social media is a very common thing now!

[@mcdrucka8626]

Honestly I don’t have social media, everyone around me has it. Personally it doesn’t make me more happier, if anything it makes me more angry/irritated and sad that I can’t have it. But yeah I can see how not having social media makes people happier. It’s stress free, etc.

[@yogosapphirey]

Social media has made such an impact, as far as creating new social norms and re-shaping pop culture. A whole generation has been raised on it, and it's understandable how integrated it's become in people's lives (both professionally and personally) We've all had to adapt according, but we also must remember to watch our mental health, and take social media breaks as needed (or when possible if it's part of your work) I remember reading an article some years ago, saying that our minds are not wired to shift through emotions so abruptly. Example: scrolling through a feed, and going from seeing something heartbreaking, to then heartwarming in a matter of seconds... Great video! I found the topic very relatable (millennial here lol) We didn't have social media as kids, but it definitely had an impact on us as young adults.

[@QuinshunCarswell]

Been without for 2 days and I feel so much better. I have to remind myself I already know what everyone is doing. Pretending and comparing.

[@mikeroybal7923]

I only been off Facebook for four days but I love it. Now I can read and pray more. Also deleted messenger. Wow the peace that I have is awesome.

[@OHoneyPot]

You nailed it with this video and this needed to be said. I often decompress from social media. It takes up way too much of my time. I get so much done when my face is not glued to my phone.

[@tammyreesemedia]

This unlearn journey I’m on is divine I came across this video by chance. I needed to see this! Thank you!

[@deborah_obeng]

This video is so relatable 👏🏾 last year with all the quarantines and lockdowns I took social media breaks frequently and I honestly felt so much happier 🥺definitely agree my kids are not touching social media until their late teens because wow 👀 yessss that muscle memory thing is crazy 😱😂 glad to see you back 🥰❤️

[@TiannaKellyRead]

points were made, my last two years of High School i got rid of snap chat and my mental health and grades improved so much. I wasn't worried about Bob and Sally or where the meet up spot was. As for instagram I'm working on it, I only watch the reels to entertainment but my screen time is still about 7hrs a day - _-

[@Nimbereth]

7hrs a day it is not normal

[@montelljackson890]

This is definitely one of the truthful videos on this topic

[@sunnni_]

Love this video, I been on social media for 10 years but I no longer have a Snapchat & Twitter. I LOVEDDD Twitter but I had to let it go because it wasn't the same for me anymore. I only have a ghost IG for business purposes & to see when my fav artists are dropping music and Tik Tok for only use it for when I need a break from life. KZbin is my main source since you can do so much on here and that's why I've had it the longest.

[@ellona3645]

I also hate how some people are stalking me. I cleaned my feed and removed people who I'm not close with. This girl who I only met twice and haven't talked to for 10 years have the audacity to tell my dad cause our parents are friends. Like I don't need to be friends with you just because our parents are.

[@Moonlight-tr7jv]

I agree with the title for now cause i havent watched the video, and ive been over the top with social media (discord specifically) and it fucked me up. Im so glad i dont use it anymore

[@ritaevergreen7234]

I feel without it, I like many others wouldn’t have come to the realization that most things are curated and don’t show the whole picture. It kinda forced me to reflect. I still use it but I try to be mindful. Most things are mundane which is why people make others feel bad online for how they don’t live their life and so peoples job is to make their life entertaining

[@onwardswegoforward]

Totally agree with the title! I went on a 7 month social media hiatus and my happiness with my general life increased. It was a mixture of factors--using the hours spent on social media developing other skills, not being bombarded with the what appeared to be really happy lives, etc--and when I recently came back, I noticed a slight increase in anxiety. I didn't even plan on taking that long of a break, but I'm extremely glad I did because it made me confront myself and my feelings towards social media. Social media can be a truly wonderful place if used with the right intentions. Like you mentioned, it's important to keep in mind that it's other people's highlight reels.

[@sophielovexo]

yo........u about to make me do it 😭 that genuinely sounds so peaceful and clarifying and I think I’m definitely overdue for an Instagram and Twitter break

[@OHoneyPot]

I’m about to take a page out of your playbook.

[@ranazahoui]

I have struggled with myself image and comparing my body specifically my skin, weight, hairness etc on social media but recently it has gotten much easier bc I have a separate acc where it’s just me following my hobbies and I hardly go on my actual acc bc I used to compare myself to the ppl in my life and now that I don’t see them it’s something not care about and I still follow my close family so nothing is missed and I honestly I’m so happy this way I catered my social media to things I wanna see. I can also understand how this can be hard when you have big following and need to post - i don’t post often- so yeah

[@sophielovexo]

Thank you for sharing this!! I’ve recently been thinking a lot about going on an unfollowing spree so I can curate my timeline to see things I actually love! having another acc for that is smart!

[@prod.gregupnext2958]

Social media is a drug idk how but it is i be having me feel like my life is over and im only 21

[@NiiNiiSparkle]

I definitely am. Ever since I got off. It’s crazy. I would always delete them then get back on, but now I have no desire to. I do still have Snapchat tho, to stay in the mix a lil bit. I like to see whos watching me too. You have the prettiest skin 😊

[@lifewithjessi8672]

Ur so gorgeous sis

[@sophielovexo]

thank u beautiful! 🥺

[@colinfletcher8456]

Been without Facebook for almost 3 years. Never had a Twitter or Instagram. And I'm not mind dead through out the day

[@sophielovexo]

FUCK I talk with my hands so much. Let’s all ignore it 🖤

[@peacockin1]

I like hand gestures tho, its another way to express yourself 🙌

[@luvvreni]

never noticed until i saw this comment😂

[@lucielletv8198]

It’s a sign of intelligence 👏🏾

[@TiannaKellyRead]

also when i am on Instagram I've been shifting my mindset comparison to inspiration: how can I bring the trends over to my content? how can I "reinvent" something? or simply the helpful reels to better my content creation like editing or making thumbnails

[@xaanetllewellyn2309]

your skiiinnn my darling is gorgeous

[@divinejustice8359]

Very true! I do not have social media, except for KZbin, which I don’t think is considered a form of social media. Also, I am so thankful that I am not a celebrity nor a public figure, because a private life is truly indeed a happy life!😀

[@novacharles829]

YOUR RON SWANSON POSTER LOL. Love this video

[@prettymysteriee]

your intro is a vibeeee😍❤️.

[@Kassiex5]

The cursing 😶 .. so soft spoken & then the cursing would throw me off guard each time lol

[@MicahRion]

Thank you for talking about this! That big mouth episode really got it right.

[@Drfatmachowdhury]

I am the kind of person who use social media to share memes and see what my frnds and fav celebrities are upto , until I've reached a point where I started FEELING UNGRATEFUL!! Even tho I have a lot , thanks to God. I feel bad to having compared my life with other people , it affects your productivity, takes away your peace , until I finally decided I'll go off social media. I had around 2000 followers on insta , but my mental peace is much worth !! I want to never be on social media except KZbin

[@isranibrahim5121]

New fav KZbinr🥺🥺❤️

[@moanapooh9726]

I'm scared that I'm going to leave social media forever!!😩but Ik this would be great for me cuz Ik Everytime something bad happens to me, I run to the media and my life always gets worse. Now, this is my change and this makes me feel 😊👍but maybe when I'm old enough, I'll get it again when I can use it properly ❤️

[@rvalyfe7780]

Social media is a choice

[@hankherchiv8301]

fowl language is what stood out in this video.

[@jaylaaron6033]

thanks girl i related to this sooo hard

[@ninjapirate123]

I wish I can find a way to stop my YT addiction once and for all, because I manage to quit all my other social media, but can't quit KZbin

[@lraytoria28]

Need to delete my Snapchat but I always end up feeling bad so I always reactivate it.

[@Jackiesdaughter84]

great video with valid points

[@theluckyone5192]

I just entered here. And I wanna say that u are sooooo beautiful ❤️ yr skin color is attractive

[@iosuamaalo694]

I don't need social media I didn't grow with it waste of time

[@Jo-ds3xv]

Great video!

[@nicatina]

Ugh I gave up on Twitter, Wattpad, Discord, Snapchat, and Instagram because I was feeling depressed, insane, stupid, toxic, resentful and many more words. While I may have deleted all of my accounts there except for Instagram and Snapchat because who knows if I want to come back there again to post but then again, my life used to be a lot less negative before social media so I stopped posting for a long time. I know there will be opinions like "you're missing out" or "don't ever get left out" but what is there to miss out and feel left out exactly? I love to say goodbye to modern life. I'll only use my phone to take pictures and use KZbin. I'll come back to Instagram if I ever start a family of my own and be like one of those parents that post 24/7 xD but yeah, at least, I get to learn more about myself and the world around me.

[@samanthamonroe3826]

Just subscribed this was great

[@andreafox5457]

I use social media to help with my business so I’m currently trying to find a way to get off social media but still not hurt my business

[@antoinettehardie97]

Love this

[@sophielovexo]

thank you!!

[@Itslalajamera]

Wow you’re beautiful I love the green

[@Andreasade_]

I hope you’re fr fr back😭

[@sophielovexo]

no I swear I am, and I made sure to pre-film too. I’m also so ridiculously thankful that ppl have stuck by me and been patient with me. I’m back fr fr fr!!!

[@elisazouza]

i miss not having social media i experienced fomo without it but i didnt care (p.s i have it again) but i enjoy making youtube content and still want a presence :( i wanna grow my youtube but i am so close to just following zero people lmaooo

[@Isax00]

Recording myself right now deleting all social media's, remind me to update about how I am doing. I'd love to share my experience.

[@Jordanzie]

How are you doing now?

[@Daughterdaughters]

Now? I

[@sleeplessinstockwell]

Nice green shirt kitty, good content too

[@Dontavius_]

Ayy u look good and I love your videos

[@TurpuiTozay_health]

Smart girl ...

[@Itslalajamera]

I hate FOMO so much

[@joiest.hubert4504]

not this video making me wanna delete snapchat pls

[@bellalove8107]

What drug did you put in there?🤣🤔

[@supergavakin3827]

Lets be honest most of yall didnt searched this up 😂

[@jennifer742011]

It’s been 5 months I can say only 1 of my friends on social media contact me my other friend never had social media I’m so much at peace even more once I changed my number

[@careforjusticealways]

this video just seems like a load of excuses-

[@arash2207]

says a woman who is still active on social media 😊

[@nenalinda3100]

Horrible language in your video…. “F” Word every 10 seconds a big no