Resources

Socially Fed Resources

Socially Fed Resources

Tools and information for a healthier social media diet

Based on our research and user feedback, we've compiled these resources to help you implement a healthier approach to social media consumption. Use these tools and information to take control of your digital wellbeing.

Screen Time Management

  • Built-in tools: Most smartphones now include screen time tracking and app limits
    • iPhone: Screen Time settings
    • Android: Digital Wellbeing tools
    • Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube activity dashboards
  • Third-party apps: Focus apps that block distracting websites and apps during work sessions
  • Browser extensions: Tools that remove infinite scroll and other addictive features from social platforms

Education & Awareness

  • NetSafe NZ: Guidelines and resources for safe online practices
  • AllSides.com: News from across the political spectrum to help diversify your information diet
  • Center for Humane Technology: Resources at humanetech.com with practical steps for healthier tech use
  • Mental Health Foundation: Resources for maintaining wellbeing in the digital age

Research Insights

  • Active vs. Passive Use: Research by Frison & Eggermont (2015) found that active social media use is associated with more positive outcomes than passive consumption
  • PAUM: The Passive and Active Facebook Use Measure developed by Gerson, Plagnol & Corr (2017) provides a framework for understanding different types of engagement
  • Social Media Integration: Studies show integrating social media with real-life activities leads to better outcomes than emotional attachment to platforms

Privacy & Data Awareness

  • Download your data: Most platforms allow you to request and download your personal data
    • Facebook: Settings > Your Facebook Information
    • Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram have similar options
  • "A Day in the Life of Your Data": Apple's guide to understanding modern data collection practices
  • Privacy guides: Resources for understanding how your data is used by social media companies

Community Support

  • Digital wellness groups: Many communities host digital wellbeing workshops and support groups
  • Digital minimalism communities: Online groups focused on intentional technology use
  • Mental health support: Resources for when social media negatively impacts wellbeing
  • Socially Fed community: Connect with others working to improve their social media habits

Healthy Usage Checklist

  • Review settings & privacy: Regularly audit your privacy settings on all platforms
  • Manage notifications: Turn off non-essential notifications (75% of our survey respondents did this)
  • Curate your experience: Unfollow accounts that consistently make you feel bad
  • Set boundaries: Define specific times for social media use
  • Be intentional: Ask yourself why you're opening the app before each use
  • Practice mindfulness: Notice how different types of content affect your mood