SELF-CARE FOR SOCIAL MEDIA

Be kind to your mind with tips from Nadia Narain and Katia Narain Phillips, authors of Self-care For The Real World (£16.99, Penguin)

AVOID SUNRISE STALKING

‘You’re at your most creative in the morning when you wake up. Don’t waste this time looking at the highlights reel of someone else’s life – do something for you.’

FEELING DOWN? STEP AWAY

‘If you’re in a low place, limit your use of social media. Just like drinking, it’s not wise to do it when you’re sad.’

CURATE A POSITIVE FEED

‘Don’t look at posts or people that you know trigger your insecurities. Can you cut your follows down to close friends and inspiring people?’

DON’T SCROLL AT NIGHT

‘Avoid looking at social media after 8pm. Evenings are a vulnerable time when your emotions can become magnified. Give yourself a break.’

SHARE RESPONSIBLY

‘Post to inspire and interest people, not to impress anyone, prove yourself or make a point.’