I took a break from social media, including Farcaster, for the past few months — no apps on my phone, logged out on desktop, muted group chats, and barely posted. Some observations:

The good: I felt more focused and got more done. My mind was quieter, and I was more present with family, friends, and nature.

The bad: I felt more alone. My thoughts were siloed and unsharpened, and I felt like I was learning slower. I missed my internet people and learning in public. 

I think the system that works well for me is using social media only on my desktop when working to learn faster and be helpful, and keeping social apps off my phone to be more present in person.

It's good to be back!

Welcome back, and I think a "social media fast" would be good for more people to reconnect to themselves.  I'm pretty much FC-only and have been for more than a year (twitter maybe every other day for 5-10min) and nothing else.  I have to say I like the diet so far.

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Thanks. 

Tbh it was really nice. I recommend a fast to anyone who feels a little distracted by social media. It's helpful to reconnect with your thoughts. 

That sounds like a good diet!