Is it time for you to break up with social media?

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Quiz Questions

1.
How many hours a day do you spend on social media for personal + professional use?
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- A.
  less than 1 hour/day
- B.
  1-2 hours/day
- C.
  3-4 hours/day
- D.
  more than 4 hours/day
2.
When are you most likely to check your social media?
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- A.
  When I want to zone out and relax.
- B.
  Whenever I have a few minutes.
- C.
  During planned and timed sessions.
- D.
  Honestly, I check it incessantly, even in the restroom.
3.
How do you use social media PERSONALLY? (check all that apply)
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- A.
  To stay in touch with real-life family and friends
- B.
  To check updates on my child's school/activity/sport
- C.
  To read the daily news headlines and stories
- D.
  To follow people who inspire me, intrigue me, entertain me
- E.
  To engage in groups that support my hobbies and interests
- F.
  To learn new things
4.
How do you use social media PROFESSIONALLY? (check all that apply)
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- A.
  To grow my audience
- B.
  To nurture my existing audience (fostering relationships between me and my readers).
- C.
  To build community between my followers (fostering relationships between my readers to each other)
- D.
  To build community with peers in the writing industry
- E.
  To sell my books or paid offerings
5.
Which of the following statements resonate with you as a WRITER using social media? (check all that apply)
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- A.
  Social media is working well for me!
- B.
  No matter how hard I try, I cannot seem to grow my audience on social media.
- C.
  No matter what I post, I cannot seem to engage my followers on social media.
- D.
  I try to sell my books (or paid offerings) on social media, but I don't think my posts convert to sales.
- E.
  Even when I post great content, the algorithm hides my posts from most of my followers.
6.
What statement best describes your relationship with social media? (check only ONE)
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- A.
  I enjoy using social media, I follow life-giving people/accounts, and I don't see a problem with it.
- B.
  I used to enjoy it, but it has changed and now it feels toxic. And yet, I still go there every day…
- C.
  I have a love/hate relationship with social media. I enjoy aspects of it, but I often leave feeling angry, frustrated, sad...
- D.
  I'm only there because I need to be. It's a necessary evil.
- E.
  I am addicted to social media. I want to quit and/or have tried to quit, but I can't.
- F.
  I'm indifferent to social media. I rarely use it and sometimes forget to check it.
7.
How does social media usually make you feel? (check only ONE)
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- A.
  Amused and entertained
- B.
  Connected and well-informed
- C.
  Inadequate and jealous
- D.
  Anxious and depressed
- E.
  Encouraged and happy
- F.
  Angry and frustrated
- G.
  Overwhelmed and confused
- H.
  All of the above
8.
Does social media bring out the best in you?
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- A.
  Yep! 100%
- B.
  Sometimes. But I’m committed to spreading joy there even if I don’t feel like it on the inside.
- C.
  No. But I usually log off before I say something I’ll regret.
- D.
  Nope. it brings out the worst in me.
9.
When you think about taking a break from social media, how do you feel? (Check only ONE)
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- A.
  Confused. Why would I take a break from something that God has called me to do?
- B.
  Anxious. I wouldn't know what is going on. I would miss important news, information, and opportunities.
- C.
  Conflicted. It would probably be a good idea, but how would I reach my reader?
- D.
  Scared. I've been told I need a social media presence to be a successful writer or publish my book. I can't leave.
- E.
  Excited. Taking a break sounds like a great idea and I'm ready to do it.
10.
How are you feeling today?
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- A.
  Depressed, anxious, lonely.
- B.
  Circumstances are challenging, but I’m doing well in spite of them.
- C.
  Struggling. I’m overwhelmed and stressed.
- D.
  Awesome! Happy, healthy, thriving.

Quiz Outcomes

1.
You have a healthy relationship with social media!
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Wow! Not many people can pull this off, but you are doing it. You draw good boundaries around your social media use, have thriving relationships outside of these platforms, and social media is helping you grow and nurture your audience. You are a rare breed. Keep up the great work.
2.
Things are a little rocky.
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Despite your best efforts to maintain healthy boundaries, social media sometimes drags you down. You always go in with good intentions and pure motives, but you usually leave feeling gross. Creating a little distance will give you the clarity you need to make better decisions regarding how you'll use social media moving forward.Start by taking The Reset! The Reset is a 48-day guided social media break, designed to help you readjust your thinking and reset your heart around the complicated subject of social media.
3.
You could use a break.
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What began as something fun, entertaining, and profitable has taken a turn. Social media is no longer working for you personally or professionally -- it's causing you more harm than good. Now is the time to step away and redefine your relationship with these platforms. We invite you to take The Reset! The Reset is our 48-day guided social media break, designed to help you readjust your thinking and reset your heart around the complicated subject of social media.
4.
It's over.
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It's not you, it's social media. You know you need to step away, but social media keeps luring you back. The thought of leaving makes you feel sad, anxious, or scared. For the sake of your mental and emotional health, you need a clean break. But don't worry. We got you, Girl. Let us show you a better way! You need The Exit Plan: a FREE 7-Step Strategy for Writers Leaving Social Media.

Is it time for you to break up with social media?

As a writer, you've been faithfully growing and serving your audience, but using social media leaves you feeling drained, overwhelmed, and unfruitful...maybe even trapped. Is social media hurting you more than helping you?

Quiz Questions

Quiz Outcomes