Here are some key tips for setting healthy privacy boundaries around your online personality:
1. Be intentional about your online purpose. Consider how you want to use social media – to keep in touch with friends, network professionally, or both? This will help guide what information you share[1][2].
2. Keep personal information private. Be cautious about sharing your full name, address, phone number, email, and social media account details. Only share this with people you trust on secure websites[2].
3. Avoid oversharing personal details. Stick to sharing information you would be comfortable sharing in person. Revealing too much can make you vulnerable to identity theft, fraud, or cyberbullying[1][2].
4. Set limits on frequency and time spent online. Schedule specific times for communication and stick to those limits. Avoid becoming overly reliant on electronic communications[2].
5. Be aware of your surroundings when communicating online. Make sure you’re in a safe place where you can’t be overheard or monitored without your consent. Avoid public places when discussing sensitive topics[2].
6. Mute, block, or unfollow people who cross your boundaries. You are not obligated to engage with rude or entitled people online. Protect your time and energy[4].
7. Unplug and prioritize in-person interactions. Remove social media apps from your phone, use website blockers, or have a friend change your passwords to help you unplug when needed[3][4].
The key is being intentional, protecting your personal information, and not feeling obligated to share more than you’re comfortable with. Setting clear boundaries helps you maintain a healthy relationship with social media.
Citations
[1] https://psychcentral.com/lib/10-tips-for-setting-boundaries-online
[2] https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/setting-boundaries-guide-safer-online-communications-bertrand
[3] https://www.allure.com/story/healthy-digital-boundaries-online-internet
[4] https://lilywilliamsart.com/2019/07/08/internet-boundaries/
[5] https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-set-healthy-boundaries-share-online/
