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vincenteger:
[color=#000099][/color] please is it possible I could reach out to you
I really need something I can learn/earn from.
Whatapp or email is okay

send me a pm

I'm addicted to Nairaland o

I'm addicted to Nairaland o and I hate addictions

Bloghomies:
Social Media was created to be addictive.. Every day, new lines of codes are added, psychologist and experts in human behavior are employed, to tweak the program in order to enhance longevity. If you're not the drawn to social media, you're lucky. But there are billions of people who are. Even NL can be addictive. The aim is to use these platform as tools, but not everyone can adhere 100%. Which is why sometimes, you just have to uninstall and breath some air.

yeah I know that is why apps have updated, if you uninstall the app how will you send message to me and other people, even water can be addictive you just have to control it, too much of everything is bad....so u just have to control it... just like money..

ijesuoboikxp1:
yeah I know that is why apps have updated, if you uninstall the app how will you send message to me and other people, even water can be addictive you just have to control it, too much of everything is bad....so u just have to control it... just like money..

Water is addictive? Hmmm..

Bloghomies:
Online? There are numerous ways to go about it. But what I always tell people is to first pursue a path that aligns with their passion.

For instance, I discovered that I'm kinda good at writing.

So, I picked up freelance writing and I charge from #2 to #5 per word.

For a 1000 words article, I can make from #2000 to #10,000. Pretty cool, right?

To share my knowledge, I even started a blog.

Finding clients isn't easy though, especially foreigners since they believe every Nigerian is a scammer. It's not easy at all..

Mini importation, dropshipping, affiliate marketing, etc. are also great ways, but will require settling down to learn the ropes.

It isn't something you just rush in and expect results overnight.

Others will include Blogging, Vlogging (YouTube), or simply starting an offline business.

When you discover a business you want to start, stick to it until you make it.

I love applying the 2-year rule, which entails focusing on a thing for 2 years irrespective of weather is yielding result or not.

You know why? Most times, we find ourselves giving up on a lucrative idea just because of our impatient.

Yeah Boss your student dey loyal Oo buh i fit see smartphone for 20 kk!

Bloghomies:
Monitor the time you spend on Facebook. When I was getting ready to quit, I started by limiting my usage to 3hrs daily. My phone has a wellbeing app that allows me to assign duration to apps.. Once it elapse, the app will shutdown! Start gradually - set a goal!

What is the name of the wellbeing app?

TheManofTomorrow:
What is the name of the wellbeing app?

It came with my Camon 12 pro.. It's inbuilt. In case yours don't have, check out the apps in the screenshot below. They should do the job

Silasloaded:
Yeah Boss your student dey loyal Oo buh i fit see smartphone for 20 kk!

20k phone? You can only get Itel for that amount sir. But to be honest, such a phone will frustrate you.

Social media addiction is the biggest trouble of our time nd generation except only when you are running an online business or learning some thing beneficial then social media isn't yours.
I have been a victim of social media addiction nd all the negative content it feed ppl with. I have decided to quit face book long ago the last post i did was 19 june 2019 that's a year +, nd now i (over the last three months i have dropped/deleted all social media apps on my phone including what'sapp cos those shits have taken my time nd money more that anything cos the minimum i spend in a week for data is 3k, that's on a minimum.
For that reason i am thinking of starting an awareness campaign amoung youths nd children on the negative consequences of social media on our generation

Bloghomies:
It came with my Camon 12 pro.. It's inbuilt. In case yours don't have, check out the apps in the screenshot below. They should do the job

I got another one. Thanks bro

Bloghomies:
I'm fond of writing long epistles, only because the ideas that flows through my brain can be somewhat overwhelming.

In that case, I'm going to try and make this article short and to the point. That way, I don't lose your attention.

Now you're asking, how is social media ruining my life?

You probably have Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. installed on your phone. Who doesn't?

Ask yourself, "How much time do I spend using these apps every day?"

When you're arguing with some strange online warriors, posting and watching tons of videos and memes, do you know how fast time fly?

Of course you don't, cause these platforms were created to be addictive.

If you're not using these online platforms as a tool, chances are you're using it to activate your dopamine.

It's stronger than meth, cocaine, heroin...It's like a drug you might never overcome!

Right now, you're alone. Perhaps lying on your bed. If I'm to go through your minimized apps right now, I'm certain I'll see these social media apps.

Oh.. A message just came in that you're about to check, right?

Ahhhh...

Should I add Nairaland to these addictive drugs? Em.. Maybe!

When was the last time you slept early? Better put this way, when was the last time your phone took a one hour break, without you touching it?

Probably when you're sleeping!

You're so bored, with a very short attention span that sometimes, you find yourself depressed.

You're probably looking for reasons to close this thread, cause it's so boring! Oh yes! Your dophamine level is now getting low and its frightening.

Social media is killing you! You know it, but you're too weak to do something about it.

Every minute you're checking your messages, your notifications.

You want to know if that picture has gotten enough likes, or if that online warrior has replied to your comment.

While you're busy brushing up your social media lifestyle, your skill, talent, and career are dying.

How am i so dead accurate? Because I've been there.

You either use it, or it uses you. Do you know that the creators of these social media apps don't even use their apps?

They don't even allow their children to use it. They know the truth, how addictive it can be even to the most discipline.

I learned the hard way, and the enlightenment changed my life.

When I removed these social apps from my phone, I felt free. I felt happier! I was more productive, and richer.

Oh! I said this was going to be a short article, but look how far you've gone. For the first time, you are paying attention!

In that case, I am here to share my experience, and to help you overcome this addiction that's about to ruin your life, just like it nearly ruined mine.

This purpose of this thread is to help, cause this is a pandemic that the world isn't tackling. I have nothing to lose or gain creating this thread, but you have everything do gain.

Apologies for any grammar error or misspelling.. This isn't an English class, but an enlightening class that will change your mind.

I beg to differ mister
You can actually control how you use these sites.
They are not created to be addictive rather you make it addictive when you overuse it.

Lalasticlala abeg we need this thread on FP..

Bloghomies:
I'm fond of writing long epistles, only because the ideas that flows through my brain can be somewhat overwhelming.

In that case, I'm going to try and make this article short and to the point. That way, I don't lose your attention.

Now you're asking, how is social media ruining my life?

You probably have Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. installed on your phone. Who doesn't?

Ask yourself, "How much time do I spend using these apps every day?"

When you're arguing with some strange online warriors, posting and watching tons of videos and memes, do you know how fast time fly?

Of course you don't, cause these platforms were created to be addictive.

If you're not using these online platforms as a tool, chances are you're using it to activate your dopamine.

It's stronger than meth, cocaine, heroin...It's like a drug you might never overcome!

Right now, you're alone. Perhaps lying on your bed. If I'm to go through your minimized apps right now, I'm certain I'll see these social media apps.

Oh.. A message just came in that you're about to check, right?

Ahhhh...

Should I add Nairaland to these addictive drugs? Em.. Maybe!

When was the last time you slept early? Better put this way, when was the last time your phone took a one hour break, without you touching it?

Probably when you're sleeping!

You're so bored, with a very short attention span that sometimes, you find yourself depressed.

You're probably looking for reasons to close this thread, cause it's so boring! Oh yes! Your dophamine level is now getting low and its frightening.

Social media is killing you! You know it, but you're too weak to do something about it.

Every minute you're checking your messages, your notifications.

You want to know if that picture has gotten enough likes, or if that online warrior has replied to your comment.

While you're busy brushing up your social media lifestyle, your skill, talent, and career are dying.

How am i so dead accurate? Because I've been there.

You either use it, or it uses you. Do you know that the creators of these social media apps don't even use their apps?

They don't even allow their children to use it. They know the truth, how addictive it can be even to the most discipline.

I learned the hard way, and the enlightenment changed my life.

When I removed these social apps from my phone, I felt free. I felt happier! I was more productive, and richer.

Oh! I said this was going to be a short article, but look how far you've gone. For the first time, you are paying attention!

In that case, I am here to share my experience, and to help you overcome this addiction that's about to ruin your life, just like it nearly ruined mine.

This purpose of this thread is to help, cause this is a pandemic that the world isn't tackling. I have nothing to lose or gain creating this thread, but you have everything do gain.

Apologies for any grammar error or misspelling.. This isn't an English class, but an enlightening class that will change your mind.

You can address social media addiction by creating a timetable so you can minimise the number of hours you spend online

Bloghomies:
I agree with you. Social Media is not bad, but when one feels the need to constantly post or comment for validation's sake, it becomes a problem.

It should be a tool, not something that keeps us away from reality.

The day I monitored how many hours I spend on Facebook in a day, I nearly ran mad. It was ridiculous!

But if you don't monitor it, you won't even know lol. What a drug!

Glad you've one of the few free ones!

I am on Instagram,Facebook,whatsapp,Nairaland,YouTube etc but i am very disciplined when it comes to taking decision.When i am really to study,i keep my phone.
I have studied for 6hours with my phone by my side without pressing it.I only tap my screen to check time.
Sometimes,i will not open any social network for a week but most times,i prefer to open Nairaland and you-tube because they are very educative.
I don't know what people gain in arguing on how
many followers they have on Instagram or arguing about who have the highest likes and comment on Facebook.

piece of crap

ijesuoboikxp1:
yeah I know that is why apps have updated, if you uninstall the app how will you send message to me and other people, even water can be addictive you just have to control it, too much of everything is bad....so u just have to control it... just like money..

too much money is not bad,it is good.

Too much of social media is bad

I know this...that's why I hardly post on social media these days..


Facebook,twitter,Snapchat,YouTube etc have been ostracized by me

Instagram,Reddit ,WhatsApp and nairaland are the ones I'm fine of.

i mostly learn alot on reddit; update myself on Naija politics on nairaland.... I have been able to reduce my addition on Instagram and stopped posting pics on it

Ovoko!

will come back to read the OP.
later.

i am addicted to nairaland

Like you clearly stated, it's either you use social media to your advantage or it uses you. This thing called social media is so so draining. God help me!!!

All these happen as a result of lack of deversity. Zero Versatility. No daily set programs for oneself.

If you can't control the urge then have a daily program you follow everyday. Then you'd set times when to touch your phones or get busy. At least that'd suffice for a start even if you're trapped at home by this pandemic.
I have an app I get crypto coins from for just running it in the background while I keep my data on. Some people have businesses they run online and they have to stay online 24/7 cos that's their office. I know a guy who's always on nairaland cos he's always running ads and he's got to be monitoring the turnouts. We just have to look for something to create or make out of the time we spend online. You make something impressively tangible out of the addiction. Simple!

Well, what about us Gamers. I can play game from morning till night on my phone, but never Social Media .
Am I addicted to.

Nigerians have a way of abusing anything that comes their way Social media is not exception. Some people met their life partner and bsuiness partner on these platforms. Try to see how you can use these platforms to make money not to waste your time with endless chats and stupid posts.

Nairaland is among the apps consuming my time lol

Actually now. When I'm working, I receive only official emails and calls. Everything else can wait until break or after close of business

Usual copy, edit and paste, well, the article is correct to an extent, although its original version I read years ago was more superb.

Dicktion:
All these happen as a result of lack of deversity. Zero Versatility. No daily set programs for oneself.

If you can't control the urge then have a daily program you follow everyday. Then you'd set times when to touch your phones or get busy. At least that'd suffice for a start even if you're trapped at home by this pandemic.
I have an app I get crypto coins from for just running it in the background while I keep my data on. Some people have businesses they run online and they have to stay online 24/7 cos that's their office. I know a guy who's always on nairaland cos he's always running ads and he's got to be monitoring the turnouts. We just have to look for something to create or make out of the time we spend online. You make something impressively tangible out of the addiction. Simple!

which app do you use to earn crypto coins?