NeedyPlatter

I use Mullvad on my PC and Brave on my phone and tablet. (Please, don’t hurt me fellow Lemmings)

I’ve been repeating this scene from Smiling Friends for a couple months now: https://youtu.be/vbEIhOUK0SY specifically around 0:52.

Regulating smartphone sells feels like overkill imo. It’s one of those things where it’s up to the parents and, unfortunately, it means that there will be kids with phone but that’s all you can do really.

I do like the idea of restricting social media apps. My parents did the same thing when I was growing up. It didn’t really work because I managed to work around it. But, it’s the thought that counts lol.

I think a good middle ground would be minor regulation and education. Forbid places like Instagram, for example, from recommending beauty ads if a person is consuming content that may indicate that they are insecure about their bodies. Then ensure that teens/young adults know what tricks social media use to garner engagement, be mentally addictive etc so they can make more informed choices.

I don’t have much plans really. If my building has some chocolates great, if not, I’m going to Walmart the day after to get discounted sweets.