It is sad that many people have become so dependent on the internet. So much so that the thought of whether they should get off the internet or not never really crosses their mind. 

Now, this addiction is relatively understandable, given several circumstances. For starters, the internet provides a platform for sharing information and knowledge at alarming rates and at incredible speeds. This easy access to information makes for greater ability to accomplish multiple tasks. Alongside that, we can also connect with people, known and unknown, in mere moments. 

However, the problem now is that, like many other good things, the internet gets abused. Today, there is an ocean of negativity on the web that has the potential to affect your mental health. As such, you need to take a break more often. Outside of getting an escape from the negatives, here are a few more reasons you should get off the internet occasionally:

1. You’ll be able to create deeper connections with people

Much of our generation is heavily dependent on social media to make connections with people. But social media was created to complement our networking efforts, not bear the brunt of all of it. By taking a break from the internet, you’ll be able to talk to people more genuinely. It might be difficult at first, but you’ll learn eventually, and when you do, you’ll find out that you can connect with people on a much deeper level.

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