60 Days Without Social Media: How It Changed Me

Introduction

Social media is everywhere. It’s where we scroll when we’re bored, where we share updates, and how we stay connected. But over time, I noticed something: I wasn’t really living — I was just scrolling.

So I decided to do something most people wouldn't: I quit social media completely for 60 days. No Facebook. No Instagram. No TikTok. No Twitter. Nothing.

What started as a challenge turned into a journey that changed how I think, feel, and live. In this story, I’ll share what happened during those 60 days, and how it changed me — in ways I never expected.

Week 1: The Struggle Was Real

The first few days were the hardest. I reached for my phone without even thinking. My fingers automatically tapped where the apps used to be.

I felt like I was missing out. What were my friends doing? Was someone trying to message me? What if I was forgetting a birthday or a trending post?

That fear of missing out (FOMO) was real. But so was something else — a strange kind of silence that felt both uncomfortable and peaceful.

Week 2: More Time, Less Noise

By the second week, something amazing happened: I had more time. Without endless scrolling, I could do things I kept putting off.

I read books. I went for walks. I actually enjoyed breakfast instead of scrolling through my feed. I talked more with my family. I slept better. My mind felt less crowded.

It was like clearing out mental junk — things I didn’t even know were taking space in my head.

Week 3: Facing Myself

Social media had always been a distraction. When I was sad, stressed, or bored, I’d scroll.

Now, with no place to escape, I had to face my thoughts. I started journaling. I thought deeply about my goals, my habits, and even my fears.

It wasn’t always easy. But it felt real. For the first time in years, I was listening to myself.

Week 4: Breaking the Comparison Trap

Social media often shows only the highlights of people’s lives. Perfect bodies. Happy couples. Dream vacations.

Without it, I stopped comparing my life to others. I no longer felt like I was “behind” or “not good enough.” I started to appreciate my own life more — the small moments, the quiet victories, the simple joys.

Week 5: Real Connections Got Stronger

Without chats and likes, I had to talk to people the old way — through calls or in person. And you know what? It felt better.

Conversations were longer, deeper, and more honest. I wasn’t distracted by notifications. I was present — something I hadn’t felt in a long time.

Week 6: A New Perspective

By the final weeks, I felt lighter. Calmer. Clearer.

I realized that I don’t need to share everything to enjoy it. Some moments are best lived, not posted. I didn’t need likes to feel good about myself. I didn’t need to be “seen” to matter.

Social media had once been a part of my identity. Now, it was just a tool — something I could use when needed, but no longer something I needed.

What I Gained by Quitting

Here are a few things I gained by quitting social media for 60 days:

More focus: I could work longer and better without distractions.

Better sleep: No late-night scrolling meant deeper rest.

Higher self-esteem: I stopped comparing myself to filtered lives.

Stronger relationships: I gave more time to real people, not profiles.

Peace of mind: Fewer opinions, less pressure, more calm.

Will I Go Back to Social Media?

Yes, but not the same way.

Now, I use social media with limits. I schedule specific times to check it. I unfollow accounts that make me feel bad. I focus on value, not vanity.

The 60-day break taught me that I control social media — not the other way around.