Name: Why you should quit social media
Uploaded: 2018-03-28T20:42:53Z
Duration: 13 min 51 s
Description: Does quitting social media make you an unemployable Luddite? Computer scientist Dr. Cal Newport doesn't think so. In this eye-opening talk, he debunks three objections commonly offered up as rationale for keeping that all-important Facebook account.

Cal Newport: Why you should quit social media

Why you should quit social media

Does quitting social media make you an unemployable Luddite? Computer scientist Dr. Cal Newport doesn't think so. In this eye-opening talk, he debunks three objections commonly offered up as rationale for keeping that all-important Facebook account. 

Rejecting social media is not a radical act but a practical choice that can lead to greater well-being and productivity. Calling social media an addictive form of entertainment, the speaker argues that building valuable skills matters far more than cultivating an online brand. Numerous studies link heavy social media use to increased anxiety, loneliness, and reduced concentration. Life beyond social apps, after a brief adjustment, is described as more peaceful, productive, and deeply satisfying.