# @bethanyhamilton on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CtATcU7IL8h
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/6984532-bethanyhamilton-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2023-06-02T22:28:07.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Bethany Hamilton (@bethanyhamilton) — https://gondola.cc/bethanyhamilton

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I am so glad that social media gives me the chance to connect with so many people around the world! But truth be told, I am also definitely aware that it can be a distraction, and even a danger, if we don’t use it with thoughtfulness.

As I’ve navigated the social media world, here are a few tips I’ve learned:

- Move away from comparison. My goal is to remember that we’re all in our own journey and that just because someone is only posting a highlight reel on social media, doesn’t mean they have a perfect life. We are ALL having challenges at times!

- Encourage others. Social media is a chance to be counter-cultural in how you use your voice! I’m especially passionate about using it to encourage others to find their resiliency and ability to adapt and overcome!

- Stay present in reality. Social media is not your life, but rather just a part of it! Don’t let it rule your life, your decision-making or the way you view yourself. Spend more time with the people you love!

- I even have my Social media on a separate device and that has helped me cut my time down. Every week i take at least one full day completely off and a few weeks a year off as well. 

Need a way to get out of the social media cycle? Get outside in God’s creation, dive into a passion or hobby, read a book, spend time face-to-face with family and friends. That helps put screen time in perspective!

#encouragement #beunstoppable #dailythoughts #healthyhabits

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