{"id":2555,"date":"2016-09-30T13:15:53","date_gmt":"2016-09-30T13:15:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mikemalonedds.com\/blog1\/?p=2555"},"modified":"2016-10-02T13:20:55","modified_gmt":"2016-10-02T13:20:55","slug":"feeling-good-social-media-boost-self-esteem","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/feeling-good-social-media-boost-self-esteem\/","title":{"rendered":"Feeling Good? How Social Media Boosts Self Esteem"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Having self esteem has been a challenge for many. And you may even know someone who is avoiding social media because it affects\u00a0with their self confidence.<\/p>\n<p>Surprisingly for some, socializing online actually offers a lot of benefits. And current research shows that social media can actually help boost self-esteem.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2559\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2559\" class=\"size-large wp-image-2559\" src=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/social_media-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Connecting on social media can boost moods and increase self confidence.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/social_media-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/social_media-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/social_media-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/social_media.jpg 1730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-2559\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Connecting on social media can boost moods and increase self confidence.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><strong>How social media boosts self esteem<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Networking on social media allows you to connect with others, building new relationships and strengthening established one. Getting &#8220;likes&#8221; and other positive feedback boosts moods and increases self confidence.<\/p>\n<p>By uploading photos and videos, you can share your special moments with those in your circle. And their responses create feelings of belonging and acceptance.<\/p>\n<p>Social media also creates a bridge over long distances, allowing you to stay in touch with family and friends around the world.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2560\" style=\"width: 910px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2560\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/bigstock-Woman-Using-Apple-Iphone-S-65636737-1.jpg\" alt=\"Woman holding smartphone.\" width=\"900\" height=\"601\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/bigstock-Woman-Using-Apple-Iphone-S-65636737-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/bigstock-Woman-Using-Apple-Iphone-S-65636737-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/bigstock-Woman-Using-Apple-Iphone-S-65636737-1-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-2560\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">There are helpful ways you can use social media to increase self esteem.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Ways to use social media to your advantage<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Social media is a great way to find old friends and stay connected to current ones. It allows you to share your special moments, and find out what\u2019s happening in their world.<\/p>\n<p>Social networks can also be educational. Use sites like Pinterest to get new recipes, organization tips and DIY instruction. Networks like Facebook allow users to gain support and encouragement around their daily issues.<\/p>\n<p>And if you just need a mental break in your day, social media can serve as a fun distraction. With games, funny videos and memes, you can find a lot to take your mind off of your worries.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_2562\" style=\"width: 698px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2562\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2562\" src=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/bigstock-Young-businessman-looking-at-h-73337788.jpg\" alt=\"businessman looking at his watch\" width=\"688\" height=\"623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/bigstock-Young-businessman-looking-at-h-73337788.jpg 688w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/bigstock-Young-businessman-looking-at-h-73337788-300x272.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 688px) 100vw, 688px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-2562\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Know when it&#8217;s time to take a break from social media.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Signs you need to take a break<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Like with every tool, there are good ways and bad ways to use it. Learning to use social media to improve self esteem, not lower it, is the key to getting the most out of it.<\/p>\n<p>If you come away feeling negative or bad about yourself when on social sites, it\u2019s time to make some changes. This may mean taking a break, or simply steering clear of certain \u201cposters\u201d in your network.<\/p>\n<p>If you find yourself constantly comparing yourself to others or feeling inadequate for not having the life you want, there may be deeper issues you need to address \u2013 away from social media. You can always take a break from social media or stop using it all together if it\u2019s causing you harm.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, it\u2019s your choice whether social media will be helpful or harmful to you. Since it\u2019s is a large part of our world today, it\u2019s important to learn to use it for your advantage and build self esteem.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2522 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Malone-Portrait-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Mike Malone, DDS\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>Dr. Mike Malone and his team practice expert cosmetic dentistry in Lafayette, LA. Dr. Malone is the former president and accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is also the official Cosmetic Dentist of the Miss Louisiana USA and Miss Louisiana Teen USA pageants.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Having self esteem has been a challenge for many. And you may even know someone who is avoiding social media because it affects\u00a0with their self confidence. 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