The feeling of being overloaded with information
Am I the only one who has the feeling that we are overloaded with information and that we spend too many hours on social media and too few in reality? It seems that in the information age, we are constantly bombarded with conflicting news and persuasive advertisements. From the moment we wake up until we go to bed, we are exposed to hundreds of messages and stimuli competing for our attention.
The influence of social networks and advertising
When we wake up in the morning, we have already received two hundred contradictory pieces of news through our senses. We eat breakfast while we are bombarded with three hundred advertisements telling us that we need a product to be happy. Throughout the day, we encounter deep thoughts on Instagram stories, election ads promising paradise, and mixed messages on social media. Even when we work or carry out our daily tasks, we are still exposed to a constant avalanche of information and stimuli.
The impact on our mental and emotional health
This information overload has an impact on our mental and emotional health. Our brain tries to process and store all this information, which can lead to a state of stress and exhaustion. Sometimes, this information is mixed in our unconscious and can come out unexpectedly, as in the example of the visit to the bakery. Additionally, this constant exposure to conflicting messages and persuasive ads can lead to confusion and anxiety.
The importance of disconnecting and socializing in real life
To counteract this information overload and recover our connection with reality, it is important to disconnect from social networks and dedicate time to activities that allow us to socialize in real life. We can delete applications from our cell phones, go for a walk near nature, meet friends without using our cell phones, play sports, play games or dance. These activities allow us to have honest contact with others and help us find happiness in love and human interaction.
The importance of living in the present
Instead of constantly worrying about the information and opinions of others on social media, we must learn to live in the here and now. True happiness is found in enjoying moments with no other purpose than to have a good time and in having meaningful conversations with real people. We must not allow the pressure of always being busy and connected to prevent us from enjoying life and being happy.
Conclusion
In summary, information overload and disconnection from reality are common problems in today’s society. We are constantly exposed to an avalanche of information and stimuli through social media and advertising. This can have a negative impact on our mental and emotional health. To counteract this overload, it is important to disconnect from social networks and dedicate time to activities that allow us to socialize in real life. Only through honest contact with others and living in the present can we find true happiness.
