I’d like to explain my decision to deactivate my facebook account. I’ll list each reason and then go in detail about it. Just know that as long as you have my text/email/phone number that you can always reach me. 😊
Okay, so back to reasons why Facebook has sucked and almost ruined my life. And I promise I’m not being too dramatic.
1. Status updates on news feeds are beginning to resemble Pinterest. I am sick of seeing the same recipe 18 times on the news feed! Facebook should be a place for letting those you care about know how you’re doing. Not how to make peanut butter cup pie or stuff like that. Go to Pinterest to share recipes.
2. My statuses would have made great lyrics for an Emo rock band. I didn’t want to appear all negative. Facebook was a catalyst for depressive thoughts. I’d get envious of seeing how happy others were and wanting to have the same. I know I must find my own happiness, though. In order to do so, I must alleviate as much negativity as possible. I didn’t like the person I’ve become.
3. Getting hate messages. Hence, the reason I don’t check messages due to the fear of hate mail. Then some people got offended if I didn’t read their message. I’m so sorry…it’s another emotional trigger. I don’t have time for this. I can’t stress enough how important my mental health is and to keep it healthy. When people want to guilt me over trivial things, or try to make me look bad or stupid, then it tends to put a HUGE damper on my day.
4. A guy I dated from school decided to take provocative photos of me and start a Facebook porn site. (February/March) Luckily it was taken down by Facebook. I’m in the process of filing lawsuits on the guilty parties.
5. Although I had 500+ friends. Many chose not to keep in touch and I had a hard time keeping up with others’ lives. If you have my number, text me. I’m not using Facebook as a way to keep in touch with friends anymore. If you want my number or email address then please ask for it.
In closing, Facebook is a great tool. It’s great if used the right way. Sadly many have gone to “the dark side” of Facebook and airing dirty laundry, posting play by plays of their day, and recipes that ought to be on Pinterest. (Yes I’m guilty of some of those things, too.) The only notifications I get are game invites. I work, and I ain’t got time for that. Lol.
Much love to you guys. I may get back on Facebook from time to time but it won’t be a daily occurrence.
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