I Ditched Social Media for a Month and Became a Tai Chi Master (and You Won’t Believe How Much Time I Saved!)

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I’ll be honest, I was a social media addict. Scrolling through Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook had become a mindless habit, eating up hours of my day. But then I decided to try a little experiment: I deleted all the apps from my phone and committed to a month without social media.

The results were astounding. I discovered I had been spending an average of 3 to 4 hours a day on these platforms — time that could have been used for so much more. Suddenly, I had hours of newfound freedom.

I decided to fill that void with something I’d always wanted to try: Tai Chi. Now, I’m not saying I’m a master, but I’ve made incredible progress in just a few weeks. I’ve also been reading more, exploring new hobbies, and spending quality time with loved ones.

But it wasn’t just about the time I saved. I noticed a significant improvement in my mental well-being. I felt less anxious, more present, and less bombarded by the constant stream of information and comparisons that social media often fosters.

Of course, I’m not saying social media is all bad. It can be a great way to connect with…