On my first solo episode last week, I spoke about the beginning years of my blog and how it was such a great outlet for me to be creative. I also spoke about the turning point, where things started to shift for both myself and the people that were consuming social media content. This became even more apparent with the creation of Instagram stories, where you had a 24-hour window to access content that you didn’t want to miss with the fear of missing out on the newest information. That brings me to today’s episode, where I reflect on my mindshift change that started in March, 2020. At the time, I was like any other influencer that received commission by promoting brands through my social media page. Once the pandemic hit, I realized that making money this way was coming at a cost. Covid really opened up my eyes and made me think about how Instagram was affecting me. The challenges that everyone was facing financially, emotionally, mentally, and physically were so much more important than the daily content I had been creating. As my mindset shifted, so did my content. Where I used to post about fashion I was now posting about vaccines. The way I used to post multiple stories a day, now I was taking weeks and even month-long breaks from social media. It all came down to the question of what is my purpose? The connections I was making and the education I was providing couldn’t compare to the harm social media had on myself and my family. It’s been just a few months since I’ve quit social media, and I’m never looking back. Don’t forget to submit any questions that you have by leaving a voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/MotherhoodMeetsMedicine In this episode I discuss: How Covid changed my perception on being an influencer What it means to have a “shoppable life” The 2 main ways that influencers can make commission Why social media is so harmful to our mental health How my life has changed since deleting my social media accounts Resources: Digital Minimalism Dopamine Nation Cal Newport on Digital Minimalism: Why Focus Is the New Superpower 21 Lessons for the 21st Century Discount code from my sponsors: Use code LYNZY for 30% off Navy Hair Care: Navy Hair Care Shampoo + Conditioner Navy Hair Care Charcoal Mask Use code LYNZY20 for Cerebelly products: Shop Cerebelly HERE SHOW NOTES: lynzyandco.com/motherhood-meets-medicine-the-podcast/ Connect on Instagram @motherhoodmeetsmedicine. Join the Motherhood Meets Medicine community at patreon.com/motherhoodmeetsmedicine. Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices