What i actually do after deleting instagram

I was really excited to write about what I actually did when I decided to delete my Instagram.

Some of my friends asked, "Then what do you do if you’re not on IG anymore?" That question surprised me and honestly, I was kind of amazed. It made me think, Wow, I could actually write about this and show others that we can live happily without social media.

I was surprised because it seems like many people rely so heavily on social media it’s like their life is built around it. The main reason I wanted to take a break from IG was simple: I realized I was spending more time in the digital world than in the real one.

It might sound simple, but a lot of people out there forget how to truly enjoy life. It doesn’t feel fulfilling anymore. So, to answer their question, in this blog I’d like to share a list of things I do when I’m not on my phone, or specifically, when I deleted one of my favorite apps:

  1. Reading

  2. Writing

  3. Cooking

  4. Going for a walk in the park

  5. Exercising

  6. Drawing

  7. Creating a vision board

  8. Watching movies or anime marathons

  9. Recording videos

  10. Listening to podcasts

  11. Reading journals

  12. Sleeping early

  13. Decluttering

  14. Learning new skills

  15. Self-reflection

Eventually, getting used to not spending too much time on my phone has taught me how to live in the present. There are so many things I’ve forgotten that actually bring me joy like taking a walk in the afternoon, reading a book, or simply watching people pass by.

Every New Year, I always talk about making a vision board. But to be honest, I’ve never really taken the time to break it down and follow through. This digital detox has helped me refocus and slowly shape the life and future I want.

Sometimes, boredom still finds its way to me I won’t lie. But because I’ve already made a list of things I want to do or should do, I rarely run out of ideas. I don’t give boredom that much space to grow.

There are moments when I feel the urge to post something to tell the world, “Hey, look what I’m doing right now!” But then I ask myself:
"Am I doing this because I truly enjoy it, or do I just want others to notice me?"
"Do I seek genuine joy, or am I just craving praise?"

Every time those thoughts come up, I pause and ask myself.
It’s not easy. In fact, it’s really challenging. But it’s also worth it.

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