We learn as children to never judge a book by its cover but for some reason, we tend to do just that as we scroll through our news feed. In this episode, Kea tackles how social media brings out insecurities when posts are only demonstrating the highlight reel of someone's life. She also talks about when social media was a trigger for her and how she's worked on healing, and not allow social media to make her doubt her abilities and minimize her accomplishments. Perception is reality. What are the stories you tell yourself? Kea gives us homework to help us go beneath the surface and discover where our emotions and thoughts are tied to that come to the surface when we scroll our news feed. Are You Living Your Best Life Or Best Lie Article?https://firefliesunite.com/blog/are-you-living-your-best-life-or-best-lieThe Mighty Article: When Social Media Can Trigger Anxietyhttps://themighty.com/2016/04/how-s0cial-media-can-trigger-anxiety/ Mind, Body & Soulness Segment: Article On Study Listening To Nature Sounds https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/03/170330132354.htmEssential Oils To Help For Sleep:LavendarCedarwoodBergamont OrangeArticle on Oils that Help With Sleep: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2014/03/essential-oils-sleep.html Therapist Shout-Out: T. Smith Counselinghttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/tatiana-n-smith-mckinney-tx/180148Kea Interviews:Talking On The Couch http://talkingoffthecouch.com/2018/08/09/ep-ep-41-depression-suicide-shedding-light-in-the-darkness/ Good Morning Washingtonhttps://wjla.com/features/good-morning-washington/raising-awareness-of-mental-health-resources-for-minorities Where to find Kea on social media and join the mental health conversation? Twitter: www.twitter.com/firefliespodInstagram: www.instagram.com/firefliespod“Like Us” on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firefliespod Join the Fireflies Unite: Healthy Minds Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1714131805325103/ Send suggested topics to kea@firefliesunite.com
Are You Living Your Best Life Or Best Lie?: Social Media & Comparison
