In the past I used Facebook to vent my political ideals. I came to the conclusion it was useless. In a sense I’ve changed addictions to Loosid. This line out of an eagles song has been running through my head. “Don't let the sound of your own wheels make you crazy”
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Hey, a few months ago my Facebook got hacked and I got locked out and none of their methods enabled me to reestablish my account. At first I was devastated. But in short order I felt this great sense of relief. So much toxicity removed. I’m so grateful to have it gone.
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I'm on the same page as Craig. Life seems more refreshing without Facebook. So Much toxicity is gone. I log in every couple months to see what's going on with my extended family. Other than that no use.
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What does that quote from the Eagles song mean to you?
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Never did Facebook since it was developed to get people hooked on likes. I am an alcoholic. My world was fucked up enough without inviting that drama.
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That’s about what I do.
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Good question - in my case it means not to overthink and follow my gut more.
Does it mean anything to you?
Smart man. It does give sort of a fake high. Also it becomes to easy to get into the compare game.
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Not really. Lol
FB is a rabbit hole to hell.
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It’s an addictive rabbit hole for someone like myself. I have been calmer since January 1. Although I’ve been slipping lately because I’ve been missing some of my backwood friends. We only get together about once a year. I would have to avoid political or religious discussion if I go back. Problem is that I find both interesting. Idk
You know it is a shame for so many to feel so alone that they are miserable with Facebook around. It is a false reality. It is so easy to send someone a message instead of showing up. I guess I am old school. I realize this is the new normal; however, lies and hateful speech needs to be not allowed.
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What is Facebook.
Jeopardy?
It makes me think of the expression “spinning my wheels but going nowhere” or something like that. In my 105 days of being alcohol free, I don’t hear that annoying sound quite so often. I’m moving forward, no longer stuck in the rut I used to be in!
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Feels good to move forward.
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I strive for tolerance for others and it can be a struggle. I can’t make others change. When I an the midst of stupidity, I can choose to be angry and react or simply recognize stupidity and wear a mask. Tolerance for stupidity, narrow mindedness, lack of concern for man kind, whatever- is a daily step 11 for me.
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Hi Jory! I quit all social media (I guess until I downloaded Loosid a month ago, but this was intended to support my sobriety and is working) a year and a half ago. It was hard at first because I thought I would lose contact with people, and I did. But the people who actually gave a shit about me reach out and now we have monthly calls or text dates. And my anxiety and stress are so much lower now that I’m not constantly being triggered by outrageous or upsetting posts. I take in the news through a few sources in the morning and that’s it. My mental health is 100 times better.
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Yes I found there were just a few people I cared to converse with as well. One friend is so off the grid that Facebook/messenger is his only means of communication. We use messenger now. He’s an interesting character and a story teller so I’ll look in on his wall to catch his stories
occasionally.
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Ooo! That sounds interesting!
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