What Happens When You Accidentally Unplug From Social Media?

I didn’t plan a digital detox. I just got a new phone sometime in June.

And in the chaos of setting everything back up, I forgot to log into Instagram, Threads, Facebook, and all the other apps that usually eat up my screen time. A few days went by. Then a week. Then a month.

And the wildest part? I didn’t miss it.

The Constant Scroll Had Me Burnt Out

Before the break, I was in this cycle of checking social media constantly—between client calls, during naps, late at night. Not because I was posting or building anything... but because it was just there.

It was entertaining, but really it was draining. There’s only so much "content inspiration" you can consume before it turns into comparison or just plain noise.

The Silence Was Surprisingly Productive

Without the constant scroll, I found myself:

- Finishing projects faster

- Sleeping better

- Being more present with my family

- Actually thinking through my business decisions instead of reacting to trends

And let’s be honest—I still wasted time, just not on content I didn’t even care about 10 minutes later.

Rebuilding My Relationship With Social Media

I didn’t quit social media forever. But I came back differently.

Now I ask: Is this helpful? Is this aligned? Am I posting because I have something to say—or because I feel like I’ll fall behind if I don’t?

For me, the reset helped clarify what I want social media to do: connect, support, share. Not overwhelm.

The truth is, I’ve grown my business off of social media. I’ve never needed to actively build a brand or audience online—and that’s been amazing. It’s given me the freedom to step back without losing momentum.

Could You Use a Break Too?

You don’t need to quit cold turkey. But if your screen time is creeping up or your brain feels noisy all the time, try logging out for a few days.

Give yourself the space to think your own thoughts again.

You might be surprised how good it feels to unplug—on purpose or by accident.