Social Media Reflection Paper

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Have you ever lived without using social media? I felt the urge to go on the internet and tried not to place my hands on my laptop or cellphone.

I was a little motivated to avoid Social Media. I constantly told myself that I could do it. I sat down and thought of what I needed to do. I glanced over and saw my cell phone. I was actually going for it but I decided not to. I was literally going crazy and fought myself to stay unplugged from the internet. Hours later, I realized that I had found ways to survive without social media.

My friends and family’s reactions were a bit confused. I have contacted my friends and family through text messages and told them that I’ll be going away for 48 hours. They knew that I never stay away and that I would
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I have never done the digital sabbatical for before. I actually want to thank my teacher for this opportunity to reflect on things while staying away from Social Media. I have missed out on a few things and I am glad that I took the time out to do what was very important to …show more content…
As I was resting on my couch, I have never been more comfortable. I just lie down and have reflected on my personal life. I was comparing from how I used live to where I am now in life. It was hurtful and painful while thinking about my past. I am now happy and living my life. Before I had this opportunity to rest, my whole body was so tense and uptight. I am a single mom, and I have five children. One is in the states and four live with me. I was always all over the place and had no break at all. It was so stressful. My blood pressure goes high at times. When I took a break from Social Media, I learned that I was able to sleep properly. I put the children to bed and then I went straight to sleep. It was very helpful. At times, I made lemon tea and it soothed my body. It reduces the blood pressure to go down to its normal

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