There is no shortage of reports on the damaging effects social media has on the brain and our emotional wellbeing, but is it possible social media can actually support a healthy and balanced mindset?
When we talk about platforms like Instagram, we often think about supermodels and celebrities showing off their lifestyles, the constant stream of mindless nonsense, pointless memes and cyber bullies; but we rarely speak about the thousands of accounts dedicated to health and wellness. There are some incredible influencers, therapists, yogis and specialists in all fields that are using social media as a way to spread awareness, educate and inspire. What impacts would social media have on our lives if we only subscribed to meaningful accounts?
Healthy mindset, working through trauma, balancing healthy relationships, manifesting desires and learning to process emotions are things we all need support with and often neglect. A healthy mindset takes practice and if you turn your phone into a platform for growth; every time you want to “mindlessly scroll” you end up learning something or gaining inspiration.
This season we invite you to “spring clean” your social media accounts, making them a healthier space to scroll. This may mean unfollowing celebrities, fashion/beauty accounts, or even friends that post negative content and start following accounts that genuinely uplift you and inspire you. Here are our favourite Instagram accounts to follow with meaningful, therapeutic content that is relatable and easy to digest.
Top 3 Instagram Accounts to Follow For a Healthy Mind
Jeff Guemther, LPC – @therapyjeff
Jeff has some of the best relationship advice, giving insight into how to navigate difficult conversations and understand ones emotions. His friendly, light-hearted demeanour give a playful approach to concepts that can feel heavy. I always learn something new from his shares. Highly recommended!
Flynn Skidmore – @flynnskidmore
Flynn has the most laid back, authentic, simple, straightforward posts on self reflection and self awareness. He makes being conscious easy and cool. His smooth, chill approach to sharing is relaxing and makes learning about our emotions feel totally safe. 100% approved!
Mollie Birney – @molliebirney
Mollie is a straight forward speaker who is all about self empowerment. She gets to the point, wastes no time and gives the info to you straight, out of love. If feels like she is fighting for your life in every post, with every word, out of love. Her passion to empower you is intoxicating and its hard to not be moved by her logic. 5 stars!
