10 lessons of not using WhatsApp for 30 days.

10 lessons of not using WhatsApp for 30 days.
Recently I read Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport where the author advises readers to go off social media for 30 days. So , I didn't use WhatsApp for 30 days. Here are my lessons:

1. I didn't see WhatsApp stories of anyone. So I saved a lot of attention and time there.
2. I rarely got any important message during those 30 days. So, I can skip WhatsApp.
3. Earlier I used to stalk my crush's dp a lot. But after 30 days, I actually forgot about my crush.
4. My screen time got reduced a lot. 
5. I didn't participate in any group chat at all. After 30 days, I was not even interested to read that group messages.
6. I never had that feeling of getting a reply back.
7. I didn't get distracted at notifications.
8. I didn't share anything on WhatsApp.
9. I didn't update any status also.
10. My phone battery lasted longer than I expected.

10 better ways to use social media.

10 better ways to use social media.

1. Create one small box in your home. If you want to use social media, you should go to that box. This box should be far away from your bedroom or study room.
2. Always keep the notifications off. Yes, you can turn off the notifications of WhatsApp.
3. Try to use social media on laptop. Its less addictive as compared to apps.
4. Don't use your phone while travelling or while with your friends.
5. Never comment or like any thing on social media. Instead of liking a pic, give a call to that person.
6. Embrace boredom. When you are in any waiting situation or are travelling, don't pull out your phone. Instead, find some better productive habit.
7. Never use your phone when you are in laying position.
8. Track your screen time and see if it crosses limit.
9. A big no to social media while you are in office.
10. Don't use phone 1 after waking up and before 1 hour sleeping.