What are some alternatives to mindlessly scrolling through social media?? (1 Viewer)

[nuvardex]

I, like many others, have a problem: I often find myself endlessly scrolling through TikTok or Instagram looking at meaningless content. I don’t learn anything. I scroll because I don’t know what else to do.

Does anyone have a list of things I could do (besides study. literally all i do besides this social media crap) where I might be able to learn new skills or perform tasks which make me happier? I’ve seen a couple of apps where you can learn ‘stuff’ that you’re interested in. If anyone has a few to recommend I’d greatly appreciate it!

 

[sab13562]

I, like many others, have a problem: I often find myself endlessly scrolling through TikTok or Instagram looking at meaningless content. I don’t learn anything. I scroll because I don’t know what else to do.

Does anyone have a list of things I could do (besides study. literally all i do besides this social media crap) where I might be able to learn new skills or perform tasks which make me happier? I’ve seen a couple of apps where you can learn ‘stuff’ that you’re interested in. If anyone has a few to recommend I’d greatly appreciate it!

You could...

Try to learn a language (using duolingo app)​

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Learn how to use an instrument (I bought myself a keyboard and watch YouTube tutorials on my favourite songs. It's quite satisfying when you hear yourself improve and play good.)​

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Delete those apps so you aren't inclined to use them and waste time. They can be quite addicting as you've mentioned.​

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Start learning a sport such as martial arts, soccer, netball.​

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Go out to your local library and spend your time reading books either at the library or at home​

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Go bike riding every day or two if you know how to ride a bike, if not, you can always learn, it's not too hard. Or you can just go out for a jog/walk (I go cycling every now and then and reward myself with a hot chocolate at the end, either from Coles petrol station or 7 11)​

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Hang out with family/friends. Either visit each other and have a nice chat, or go out and visit a Cafe or an arcade or a nice park or go walking together.​

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Hope this helps!​

 

[Eagle Mum]

I agree with sab13562’s suggestions.
Exercise is very good for the circulation - it promotes peripheral vasodilation and you’re likely to feel more mentally alert, noting that you are studying for your HSC exams this year.

 

[C123456789L]

I, like many others, have a problem: I often find myself endlessly scrolling through TikTok or Instagram looking at meaningless content. I don’t learn anything. I scroll because I don’t know what else to do.

Does anyone have a list of things I could do (besides study. literally all i do besides this social media crap) where I might be able to learn new skills or perform tasks which make me happier? I’ve seen a couple of apps where you can learn ‘stuff’ that you’re interested in. If anyone has a few to recommend I’d greatly appreciate it!

maybe don't do that? thats a good alternative surely

 

[Ledepressedrightnow]

Why not try the hub? It teaches you so much techniques and biology. You also allow your kids to go on a field trip to the toilet.

Nah but on a serious note, exercise or just beat it, beat it, beat it

 

[Johnny Sins]

Why not try the hub? It teaches you so much techniques and biology. You also allow your kids to go on a field trip to the toilet.

Nah but on a serious note, exercise or just beat it, beat it, beat it

I agree with that

 

[cosmo 2]

actually having friends who arent lame and want to do shit with you

 

[Ledepressedrightnow]

actually having friends who arent lame and want to do shit with you

Mate. That is so unsanitary. You can't imply group shits like group wanks. You filthy tuna can.

 

[cosmo 2]

what the fuck are you talking about

 

[Ledepressedrightnow]

what the fuck are you talking about

You stated "want to do shit with you."