Some experts claim we see more than five thousand advertisements every day. That may seem extreme, but there’s no doubt that you see at least a few dozen when you’re scrolling through your favorite social media feed.
It’s easier than ever to keep up with your favorite brands, but that convenience also creates the temptation to make unnecessary purchases. And social media sites use your interests and activity to show you ads they think you’ll like, which increases that temptation.
Next time you feel yourself getting sucked into an endless scroll of picture-perfect ads, unfollow the businesses you’ve liked. You won’t be able to avoid ads completely, but you’ll be able to dodge those constant reminders of new items, “can’t-miss” sales, or limited-time offers that can derail your budget. It may feel extreme at first, but decluttering your social feeds is far less restrictive than trying to reduce your scroll time overall, and it’ll help you avoid the temptation to spend.