{"id":862,"date":"2021-05-15T06:01:06","date_gmt":"2021-05-15T10:01:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/?p=862"},"modified":"2022-07-05T14:57:39","modified_gmt":"2022-07-05T18:57:39","slug":"negative-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/negative-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity\/","title":{"rendered":"REVEALING The 9 Negative Effects Of Social Media On Creativity\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve probably heard a lot about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helpguide.org\/articles\/mental-health\/social-media-and-mental-health.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">social media and mental health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but did you know that<\/span> there are negative effects of social media on creativity?<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We tend to forget that social media also has a dark side. Not only do social platforms like Facebook and Twitter suck your time away, but they could also stifle your creativity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And while we&#8217;re all guilty of using social media as a way to procrastinate on occasion, there are ways to combat the negative impacts of social media so you can live a healthier life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we will discuss the different effects of social media and how we can make sure that these tools don\u2019t hinder our creative side!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><em><strong>Recommended Reading:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"ProsemirrorEditor-link\" href=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/fishing-for-compliments-meaning\/\">Fishing for Compliments: Meaning, Signs, and the 6 Genuine Reasons Why People Do It<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"ProsemirrorEditor-link\" href=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/how-to-spot-a-pseudo-intellectual\/\">10 Ways on How to Spot a Pseudo-Intellectual, and How You Can be a Genuinely Intelligent Person<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"ProsemirrorEditor-link\" href=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/eisenhower-matrix-pros-and-cons\/\">The Eisenhower Matrix Pros and Cons, and Everything Else You Need to Know (includes a Printable Template!)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><b>What is Social Media?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-876\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/negative-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity.png\" alt=\"negative effects of social media on creativity\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/negative-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/negative-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/negative-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unless you\u2019re living under a rock, you\u2019ve probably encountered social media in many ways than one.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social media could be a phone application or computer software &#8212; or both &#8212; that allows us, users, to communicate and share information. Some of the information we can share includes text, images, videos, GIFs, etc.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today\u2019s most popular social media networks include Facebook, Instagram, LINE, QQ, Snapchat, Telegram, TikTok, Twitter, Tumbler, Viber, WhatsApp, WeChat, and Weibo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Websites such as LinkedIn, Quora, Reddit, Pinterest, Wikis, Microsoft Teams, and YouTube are also considered as social media sites \u2013 in the sense that these are used for sharing content, interacting with others, and forming \u201cvirtual\u201d communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By now, you probably already know that each social media platform has a specific focus. For one, companies use LinkedIn to recruit the best candidates, while job seekers use it to find jobs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Youtube, on the other hand, is the platform of choice by most vloggers and video creators. Facebook is for the general public, while TikTok is predominantly for Millenials &#8212; and so on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Benefits of Using Social Media<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we talk about the negative effects of social media on creativity, let\u2019s take a look at the positive impacts first.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In particular, what are the advantages of using social media in relation to creativity?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>1. \u00a0 \u00a0 Social Media can be a great source of inspiration.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-883\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-inspires-creativity.png\" alt=\"social media inspires creativity\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-inspires-creativity.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-inspires-creativity-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-inspires-creativity-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just as people used to spend hours in libraries poring over books and manuscripts for new ideas and inspiration, most people today can simply go online and find what they\u2019re looking for.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social networks like Pinterest, for example, feature inspiring content that can fuel your ideas. Likewise, there are many Facebook pages and YouTube channels that we can \u201cfollow\u201d to help us develop new ideas for specific creative projects.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever type of material or information we need, there is bound to be a document, image, audio file, or video that can help \u201cspark\u201d our creativity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>2. \u00a0 \u00a0 Social Media helps foster a sense of community among like-minded people.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-882\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-can-enhance-creative-thinking.png\" alt=\"social media can enhance creative thinking\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-can-enhance-creative-thinking.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-can-enhance-creative-thinking-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-can-enhance-creative-thinking-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sharing thoughts and ideas, exchanging messages, joining different groups \u2013 these are all part of the social media experience. It <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/voluntary-sector-network\/community-action-blog\/2011\/dec\/08\/facebook-social-media-community-development\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fosters a sense of community<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> among family, friends, classmates, colleagues, and even strangers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0To put it simply, the ability to help establish and maintain connections is what makes social media well\u2026 \u201csocial.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>3.\u00a0 \u00a0 Social media makes it easier for creatives to get valuable feedback from others.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting feedback is a crucial part of learning and the creative process. Social media serves as a dynamic platform for this purpose.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you post your works online, other people can freely share their thoughts and opinions about them. If they like it, more shares are likely to follow, which will help promote the project in a positive way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the flip side of things, though, if someone is less than thrilled with what they see, constructive feedback from others might just be all needed to improve on an idea or make it worth sharing again!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4.\u00a0 \u00a0 Social Media opens up learning opportunities.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-880\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity.png\" alt=\"positive effects of social media on creativity\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nowadays, we have \u201cwebinars,\u201d distance learning programs, and virtual classes \u2013 all of which are made possible by the Internet and social media platforms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of how some educators feel about online courses, social media is now used by an increasing number of individuals <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/elearninginfographics.com\/the-use-of-social-media-in-school-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for educational purposes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, a significant number of educators are considering shifting (or have already begun shifting) &#8212; from conventional teaching methods &#8212; to sharing what they know through digital educational programs and research-sharing platforms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5.\u00a0 \u00a0 Social Media can be great marketing tools for your projects.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-879\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-and-negative-effects-of-social-media.png\" alt=\"positive and negative effects of social media\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-and-negative-effects-of-social-media.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-and-negative-effects-of-social-media-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-and-negative-effects-of-social-media-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In case you haven\u2019t noticed it yet &#8211; you can use social media to promote your works as well as gain \u201cfollowers.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating a Facebook page, for example, is a strategy that\u2019s being used by literally millions of companies, groups, and individuals to build a \u201cfan base.\u201d Similarly, job seekers use LinkedIn and other similar websites to share their CVs and portfolios to catch the attention of employers and recruiters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a creative, who\u2019s looking for more exposure (and eventually earn some income from it), you might want to consider promoting your work through social media.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s free and opens up numerous opportunities for the work that you\u2019re passionate about.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>The Negative Effects of Social Media on Creativity<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Now that we have tackled the benefits of using social media, let us focus on the disadvantages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some of the negative effects of using social media, particularly on creativity:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. \u00a0 \u00a0 Too much social media posting can lower the quality of your work.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-885\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-bad-effects-of-social-media.png\" alt=\"what are the bad effects of social media\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-bad-effects-of-social-media.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-bad-effects-of-social-media-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-bad-effects-of-social-media-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s that adage that goes, &#8220;too much of a good thing is a bad thing.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, it turns out that&#8217;s true for social media as well. It&#8217;s all too easy to get sucked into the trap of posting on social media about your newest masterpieces, or how amazing things are going, or how many followers you have.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this is all well and good, it may be costing you your focus, your energy, and even your creativity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you\u2019re keen on promoting your works on social media, be smart about it. Learn how to manage your time and energy better, so you won\u2019t get sucked into a time trap.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"lead\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"fancy-underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/eisenhower-matrix-pros-and-cons\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&gt;&gt;&gt; Interested in becoming more productive? Check out this blog post.\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>2. \u00a0 Those who are overly exposed to social may experience heightened levels of perceived competition.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-872\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/how-does-social-media-increase-creativity.png\" alt=\"how does social media increase creativity\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/how-does-social-media-increase-creativity.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/how-does-social-media-increase-creativity-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/how-does-social-media-increase-creativity-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter how much you tell yourself that you&#8217;re at the top of your game, you&#8217;re going to feel a little uncomfortable when you find out that you&#8217;re competing with hundreds (even thousands!) of creatives who are like you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You see, that\u2019s the thing with social media. They are made to bring together people who have similar interests, skillsets, jobs, etc., making it easier for them to engage with each other. But when you\u2019re too exposed to people who are \u201cbetter\u201d than you, you may start to question your skills and capacity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you really have what it takes to compete against the competition?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hopefully, when you get started with social, you\u2019ll soon realize that everything is just a state of mind &#8212; that you can eventually overcome.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>3.\u00a0 \u00a0 You may need to deal with inaccuracies or false information when using social media.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to the sheer volume of content that gets uploaded daily, it can be challenging for social media platforms to practice \u201cquality control.\u201d As a result, information spreads quickly, including those that are inaccurate or false.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve all heard of fake news that makes the rounds on social media, despite questionable sources and unverified data &#8212; and sometimes, you may have to deal with this yourself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4.\u00a0 \u00a0 The social world could put you at risk of information overload sooner than you think.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-887\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-negatives-effects-of-social-media.png\" alt=\"what are the negatives effects of social media\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-negatives-effects-of-social-media.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-negatives-effects-of-social-media-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-negatives-effects-of-social-media-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the vast amount of content being shared across social networks, we\u2019re bound to see \u201cinformation overload\u201d at some point.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are shiny things everywhere &#8212; and it\u2019s pretty difficult to catch up. It takes time and energy to decide whether something is worth our attention or not.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if you\u2019re not careful, you might end up wasting precious time and energy deciding which content to consume. You might even end up consuming too much that could do too little for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all know that it\u2019s impossible to see every single thing posted online \u2013 even if you skip meals and sleep. So be smart about the things you read and watch &#8212; so you get the most out of your creative energy and time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. \u00a0 \u00a0 You run the risk of having your work copied or used without your consent.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s so easy to share content on social media; however, it\u2019s also easy for anybody to copy and \u201csteal\u201d content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you put out your work online for everybody to see &#8212; you embrace some risks, and that includes the possibility of having your works copied or used without permission.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though there are intellectual property rights and other laws in place to protect creators, like you and me, it\u2019s still always a great idea to protect your work, just in case.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. \u00a0 \u00a0 You could be wasting more time than you think.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-871\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/does-social-media-affect-creativity.png\" alt=\"does social media affect creativity\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/does-social-media-affect-creativity.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/does-social-media-affect-creativity-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/does-social-media-affect-creativity-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s easy to get distracted when online content clamors for your attention &#8211; day in and day out. When you have socials, the distractions get amplified at least two or three times.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not careful, you might fall into a rabbit hole, constantly searching and mindlessly scrolling for random content that you\u2019re not even sure you TRULY need.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not convinced?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How many times do you check your Facebook or Instagram feed in a day? And how long does each \u201ccheck\u201d takes?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you spend just a few minutes on socials, then good for you!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if you don\u2019t, then you probably need to change things up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being online multiple times a day could impact our creativity because here\u2019s the thing: social media are notorious time-wasters. If you\u2019re not careful, you might end up wasting precious time on unnecessary information.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><em><strong>Recommended Reading:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"ProsemirrorEditor-link\" href=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/just-going-through-motions\/\">Just Going Through the Motions? Here\u2019s Your Way Out<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"ProsemirrorEditor-link\" href=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/signs-of-a-deep-thinker\/\">16 Sure Signs of a Deep Thinker. Are You One?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"ProsemirrorEditor-link\" href=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/what-is-an-underachiever\/\">What is an Underachiever, and 5 Easy Ways on How to Overcome Being One<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><b>7. \u00a0 \u00a0 Social media entices people to make social comparisons.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-878\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-and-negative-effects-of-social-media-2.png\" alt=\"positive and negative effects of social media (2)\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-and-negative-effects-of-social-media-2.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-and-negative-effects-of-social-media-2-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/positive-and-negative-effects-of-social-media-2-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, being on social can lead to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/the-stress-of-social-comparison-4154076\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unnecessary comparisons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You probably have a friend or two (or a whole army of them) who like to post about their latest achievements, their latest vacations, and even their purchases. Even if they don\u2019t mean to \u201cbrag,\u201d sometimes, these kinds of posts could make others feel insecure, even envious of what they currently have.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An innocent post sometimes becomes a \u201ckeeping up with the Joneses\u201d type of situation. Some people can\u2019t help but compare what they have and others don\u2019t &#8212; and vice versa.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to safeguard your creative work from negativity and preserve your sanity, you should not indulge in unnecessary comparisons. Unnecessary comparisons are just what they are &#8212; unnecessary &#8212; and nothing more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember: what you see on social isn\u2019t always the entire picture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best thing you can do is focus on YOU &#8212; your dreams, goals, and tasks. You need to keep moving forward and be strong enough to face your challenges.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>8. \u00a0 \u00a0 Our social media use can sometimes disconnect us from reality.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although social media has given us the \u201cpower\u201d to stay connected across long distances, it has also affected how we communicate with each other in real life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve all heard about family and friends coming together in one place, only to be distracted by their mobile phones. This creates an atmosphere of disconnection, which undermines authentic communication.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>9.\u00a0 We may experience detrimental physical and mental health repercussions due to our social media use.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-886\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-good-and-bad-effects-of-social-media.png\" alt=\"what are the good and bad effects of social media\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-good-and-bad-effects-of-social-media.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-good-and-bad-effects-of-social-media-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/what-are-the-good-and-bad-effects-of-social-media-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since social media takes up so much of our time, we usually forget to take care of ourselves.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because of mindlessly scrolling on social for hours, many of us lose track of time, stay up late, don\u2019t bother to exercise, and even settle for \u201cinstant\u201d and unhealthy foods.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people even get so addicted to being online that they need external help and \u201cinterventions.\u201d Indeed, excessive use of social media can affect our health, both physically and mentally.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a creative, you\u2019re probably wondering how you can harness the power of social media without compromising your goals and your health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read on for some tips on how you can use social media the right way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>The Best Ways to Use Social Media<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social media can indeed be a double-edged sword, but that doesn&#8217;t mean you should stop using it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you use it correctly, it could be a vital part of your personal or professional growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These tips will help you be more mindful of how you use social media:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. \u00a0 \u00a0 Choose the right platform.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may be difficult to choose which social media platform is best suited for your creativity, but several options exist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if you want to gather constructive feedback on an unfinished project, perhaps it would be better to join a virtual community of artists and creative people instead of simply posting your work on Facebook. This way, you can be sure that the feedback you get is from people with similar interests and skills as yours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2.\u00a0 \u00a0 Take time to verify your sources.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0I cannot stress this enough &#8212; always take time to check and verify your sources to avoid spreading false information.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sharing such content could affect your credibility among your friends and \u201cfollowers\u201d on social media. So before clicking the &#8220;share&#8221; button, make sure the information you\u2019re about to share is accurate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. \u00a0 \u00a0 Protect your work.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-881\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/protect-work-in-social-media.png\" alt=\"protect work in social media\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/protect-work-in-social-media.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/protect-work-in-social-media-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/protect-work-in-social-media-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nobody wants their creations copied or plagiarized, but the truth of the matter is that it&#8217;s inevitable and not something you can fully control.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Even when there are laws in place for this sort of thing, there are still people who can get away with claiming other people\u2019s work as their own.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you share other people\u2019s work, credit the original creator in the same post, and you can expect others to do the same with yours.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In any case, you should take extra precautions to protect your work. You may start doing this by researching intellectual property laws in your country. Or better yet, seek the counsel of an Intellectual Property Rights specialist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. \u00a0 \u00a0 Limit your social media time.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-875\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/manage-time-efficiently.png\" alt=\"manage time efficiently\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/manage-time-efficiently.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/manage-time-efficiently-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/manage-time-efficiently-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sheer amount of content posted on social could distract you from work. It&#8217;s easy to lose hours browsing Instagram or Facebook, and before long, your day is gone, and you haven&#8217;t even done what you set out to do.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For this to not happen, get into the right mindset before logging on to social. Limit your social media usage if you need to.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re using social for business, make sure that the things you do on social, like posting and engaging with followers, are fully aligned with your business goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember: social media is great for as long as you\u2019re mindful of it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. \u00a0 \u00a0 Avoid comparing yourself with others.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-874\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/love-yourself-more.png\" alt=\"love yourself more\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/love-yourself-more.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/love-yourself-more-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/love-yourself-more-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether online or offline, comparisons can be unhealthy and toxic. It\u2019s one of the reasons why some people feel insecure, envious, and even unhappy. And in some cases, comparisons can have an adverse impact on one\u2019s productivity, creativity, and quality of work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So be sure to make a conscious effort to avoid comparing yourself with others. The outcome of your work can be beneficial and positive if you stay focused and committed to your work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6.\u00a0 \u00a0 Care for your health.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-873\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/how-to-use-social-media-to-boost-creativity.png\" alt=\"how to use social media to boost creativity\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/how-to-use-social-media-to-boost-creativity.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/how-to-use-social-media-to-boost-creativity-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/how-to-use-social-media-to-boost-creativity-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social media has become part of our daily lives, to the point where it can be hard to understand a world without it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As I&#8217;m sure you&#8217;ll agree, social media is essential. But we have to take care of ourselves because no one else will do it for us.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, don\u2019t let your life revolve around socials. Don\u2019t stay cooped up for too long indoors. Go out there, experience life the way you should &#8212; and don\u2019t do it just for the likes or the engagement. You need to do it for yourself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take care of your body, too. Exercise regularly, and eat healthily. Get enough sleep.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make a conscious effort to remain fit and active so you can stay productive and keep those \u201ccreative juices\u201d flowing!<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><em><strong>Recommended Reading:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"ProsemirrorEditor-link\" href=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/use-it-or-lose-it-brain-development\/\">Use It or Lose It Brain Development Principle: 9 Important Things You Need to Know<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"ProsemirrorEditor-link\" href=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/group-polarization\/\">What is Group Polarization? Definition and Examples<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"ProsemirrorEditor-link\" href=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/what-causes-deja-reve\/\">What Causes Deja Reve? A Gift for Prophecy or a Glitch in Your Brain?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-884\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-ruining-creativity.png\" alt=\"social media ruining creativity\" width=\"1020\" height=\"680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-ruining-creativity.png 1020w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-ruining-creativity-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/social-media-ruining-creativity-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you can see, there are advantages and disadvantages to using social media, and it\u2019s up to you and me to ensure that we lean more towards the positive side of things.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key is to strike a balance and ensure that our social media usage remains \u201chealthy\u201d so we can maximize it to benefit our creative skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, social media is only a tool that you can harness and control.\u00a0 Don\u2019t let it control you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Let\u2019s Keep the Conversation Going!\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you know some other negative effects of social media on creativity? Let us know below!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, comment below with your thoughts about how you&#8217;ve found success balancing your time between social media use and creativity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-890\" src=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/negative-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity-by-creativity-mesh-683x1024.png\" alt=\"negative effects of social media on creativity by creativity mesh\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/negative-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity-by-creativity-mesh-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/negative-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity-by-creativity-mesh-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/negative-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity-by-creativity-mesh-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/negative-effects-of-social-media-on-creativity-by-creativity-mesh.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><strong><u>Disclaimer:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 80px;\"><em>This post may contain affiliate links. Meaning, if you click on one of the product links, I will earn a small commission at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting Creativity Mesh.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Social media is a blessing for marketers and business owners. 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