There aren’t enough people blocked off our social media pages. That may sound negative or extreme, but I believe we don’t block enough people off. Despite its simplicity, it is not treated as the accessible option it should be.
Constantly viewing a person on our pages causes us unnecessary discomfort and misery. Although we can unfollow them, that doesn’t hold the same significance as blocking them. You draw a line in the sand when you block an account or a person. It ensures you have everything you need to succeed every day. It’s your choice what you see, and you won’t have to deal with anything that makes you feel bad.
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It Doesn’t Have To Be An Ex
There’s a weird little loophole in blocking stigma, which has to do with exes. It’s more common for someone to stop an ex. There are usually three reasons:
- If they message you, ensure they don’t give
- They should stop sending you messages.
- It’s better to move on rather than focus on whether they are.
There are other valid reasons to block someone, though. You should work through these reasons rather than using them as a quick out. Losing a friend is painful, and you may need space afterward. When we’re reminded of ex-friends, we might need to remove their posts from our feeds to avoid sadness.
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Blocking Someone On Social Media Can Be Done For A Variety Of Reasons
- Aiming to prevent abuse
- The act of creating boundaries
- To give you some space
- It makes you feel insecure about being around them
- They recall a difficult period of your life
- Getting rid of negativity
It is possible to counteract the adverse effects of social media by refining our feeds to be places of comfort, joy, and friendship. If you want to grow, follow those who make you feel good about yourself and whose values match your own. It isn’t petty to block someone; you recognize what you need and take action.