Also, when Jesus said to cut off the part of the body part that is causing you to sin, he said this before anaesthetic existed, meaning that to cut off the cause of sin will cause you a lot of pain and you will bleed, but that is better than what you risk by not doing so.
God has told me to quit social media 2 years ago and I’m still having a hard time because I feel left out or alone and lack of fellowship but I know how much peace it brings because I left it for a month thank you for this video I’m trying to get off for good but I guess it’s hard for me because again I have a fear missing out
Girl!! You’re not alone! God also told me 6 months ago to quit for a year, I first I didn’t want to, but now I can say it’s the best decision I’ve ever made! I also feel like that sometimes, but you’ll know who is really you’re friend and there for you. For example, I’ve known of so many “ friends” getting married, and it makes me feel left out, but if they would truly be my friends or close to me, I would have not found out until they posted it on IG, but sooner, know what I mean? The peace you get, it’s priceless. I’m really considering not opening ever again.
Girl same!!! I have this burning desire to quit too but for me it’s like I can’t quit because I feel as if I have something to prove and that I need to keep up with what’s going on in society.
Start by disabling it for a bit, you’ll definitely feel better about deleting it forever. After a while you’ll see minimum to no purpose of having it. It’ll give you a boost on self-confidence, it’ll bring you closer to God and it’ll allow you to no longer be so influenced by culture
I ended my social media presence also It was truly taking over my life and I don’t see myself going back! In that time I found a better paying job, became more grounded in my faith in God, changed my eating habits, and I just focus on what is important
I was never on social media much at all before I started a YT channel. I'm 37 and noticed the younger generation was more and more consumed with their phones. I teach at a University and over the past 10 years I see how addicted most students are. I have to remember to stay balance and some days do not allow myself on social media. You brought up very good points for us to consider.
Thank you for sharing! It is hard not to get addicted to social media when it’s engineered to hook people on it. It is a useful tool but takes self control and constant self-checking. That’s totally understandable. Research shows how it is detrimental to our wellness, especially to teens. As someone who aspires to be a mum someday, I want to be a good role model to the next generation. That they can live happy and satisfying life without spending 10 hours everyday on Social media trading real time to artificial posts. Yes. Balance is key! I am starting my Mth and hoping to pursue lecturing Theology. And SM was distracting me from focusing during my undergrad years and I can’t afford any distraction this time.
Cate Otanes Thank you for your words. I know God will bless your efforts. Like you said, holiness is not popular, but it is so necessary. Thank you again for your teaching. I am being encouraged by your channel.
I deleted all of mine about a week ago, and it’s definitely a huge adjustment. Find myself reaching for my phone often & I wasn’t even a large influence on the platforms. Which shows how addicting they are. Cheers to actually living life!
I’ve been thinking about quitting social media for awhile now. People may think it’s not a huge deal but IT IS ! I’m addicted to my phone and it doesn’t let me focus on what’s important like God, my daughter and family ! Thank God for this video ! I love the Love you have for our Lord and Savior ❤️😭💕 God bless !
Francy Escobar hi Francy. Thank you so much for your kind comment. I totally agree. Quitting social media at first is hard. But now I’ve been off of it for almost 2 months, I can honestly say it is worth it. Spiritually and mentally, I feel more connected to God, to my family and friends. Close and important friends will always find ways to connect via WhatsApp, messenger or text. 🥰❤️💕✨
true.. i also quit social media.. since then, my life became more meaningful and happy.. truly meaningful, and truly happy.. truly free.. mental and spiritual health improved..
Cate! I miss you and your wonderful wise videos! :) I have been coming back to your videos on Instagram a few times now and God has really spoken to me about making drastic changes in this area. It is so encouraging to know I’m not crazy/alone and that there are beautiful Women of God like you pursuing Jesus and His guidance in this world!
Love this! I completely deleted all of my social media except TH-cam about 2 years ago and thank the Lord never looked back! I do need to stop watching so much TH-cam though lol but other than that I've been so much better thanks to our God! ❤
That’s amazing! Hehe I knew I was gonna struggle with watching TH-cam videos a lot so I allocate time for “distraction” time and watch no more than 3 videos in one sitting because I sometimes click on the randomest things. Thanks so much for sharing! Praise God! ❤️🌸💕✨
Great video. I disconnected from social media one point in my life for 3 months then I came back noticing I lost a lot of followers. That was a decade ago. As time went on I'll be on social media from time to time but I definitely believe that at one point I was seeking validation and wanting applauds from strangers I wouldn't care to speak to if we ever crossed paths. Today I must say, I rarely go on my instagram and create a balance for myself i'll go on from time to time just to like my best friend pictures and play around with my page to my liking. Everyone's experience is different and if social media creating a spiritual drought in someone's life then definitely let it go. Your experience is relevant because millions are experiencing the same thing you're saying but are so in too deep that they can't even realize that they're hypnotized by the social media addiction.
I can totally understand your point. I think many people don’t weigh the pros and cons enough and their decisions for using social media is not based on what’s truly important. Thanks for sharing.
WOW! This was so challenging and convicting, thank you for being so vulnerable in this! I truly love and admire you so much💕 and even though I stinkin’ miss your presence on insta, I am so so happy you are seeking God and growing in your walk with Him! You inspire me so much and I just love you!
It's been a little while since I thought about quitting social media bc it really impacts my relationship with God, and I think God has put in my heart recently to really delete Instagram etc bc one day it'll be too late. So thank you for your video it really helps
Social media may not be “evil” but it’s intent behind the creation of it was to make it as addictive as possible. Watch The Social Dilemma on Netflix. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I’m learning to let go of social media
I agree. I haven't watched "the social dilemma" but I've read enough on it and I could not deny the facts and the negative effects it had on my life and I'm glad I quit. it's been almost 7 months and I'm in a better headspace.
Thank you so much! I once quit all of social media but only lasted 22 days! Now, I haven't totally quit social media but for the past month I have not really posted any stories, at all! It feels great!
This is so true! I recently had to quit some things in my life at first I was thinking oh this is not distracting me till I got like a big spiritual awakening and found my heart wasn’t all for God like I thought it was and I thank God he has revealed that to me and I feel at peace.
Amen Sis 💕 I can relate to everything you said. I deleted my Instagram two weeks ago. It was a very hard decision to make. I had to pray to the Most High to be able to do it. I’m so thankful he answered my prayers because I feel free now. And I feel like I can focus on my journey following Jesus Christ with all my heart and soul. ✨🌻 God bless
wow. . really interesting. . i was also quit my social media since oct. 14, 2021. . and i felt so good now than before. . thanks for sharing this. . 🥰🥰🥰
Im so happy finding your TH-cam Channel. I quit my social media channels 4 days ago. And i search Videos that motivate me to stay strong. Than i find you - sister in faith - and Videos about your life as a Christian, fitness, no social media and life as a student! The perfect Channel for me and I am excited watching your Videos! Thanks for talking about all that! God bless you and your work here on TH-cam! Anni
Girl, yes! Abba told me to stop social media for all of 2020. Praise Him, because I’ve heard how bad it’s been this year. Been wondering if I should even get back on it in 2021, so this is a great word!! Thanks for sharing ❤️
I’m so addicted girl, it’s so hard to just not post about what I’m doing all the time or to not see what everyone is up to, but I also have seen how negatively it has affected me and I see it doesn’t help me as I’m growing in God and growing in identity and worth in Him. I deactivated everything and removed all apps and will prayerfully see whether I should delete it all permanently. I definitely get that thing of fear of missing out! But I do believe it’ll help me be much more intentional with everyone and especially God! Girl you’re inspiring and love your words and wisdom in this!
Beautiful message sister, One Of the First things I did when I started my walk with God was leave social media. I love how u explained everything, didn’t condemn anyone, and gave tips how to use social media in a positive light for those who still decide to use it. Social media is not for everyone, definetly wasn’t for me... Praise the most high
This so great, thank you for posting your video and being so open about your faith. I uninstalled my social media apps and have scheduled time to look at my accounts once a week if I decide to. I am addicted to my phone and God has been talking to me about cutting these distractions out.
Thanks for sharing, especially from a Christian perspective! I know this video is 4months old but it’s so relevant. Thanks again for being obedient and sharing the word sis!💛💛
Wow this is very encouraging! God has been putting it in my heart to delete FB for a while now and this is confirmation to do it . God Bless you sister and thank you for sharing this!
As a 14 year old I quit social media through out the whole of lock down for a few months before! I thought it would be much harder than it is, I got a lot of hate for it because people simply didn’t like it? The hate I got for it did put me down but through Jesus I overcame that! People don’t like it when you are actually doing something good and worthwhile, it’s crazy and so sad seeing what my generation is coming too. Sometimes I would wish that i was brought up in a generation like my parents or to grow up to an age so that I could move on from where I am right now, but I found that that was also a downward spiral. By wishing for something that I knew couldn’t happen I found my self not living in the present with Jesus at that moment By doing simple things like quitting social media I started to find myself growing in who I am, building a true relationship with Jesus and finding my identity! I started to realise that God has a plan for me and has put me exactly where he wants me at this time and at this place. I found that by quitting social media it wasn’t just negativity that was thrown at me for it but also some positive things. People asked questions and it would give me a change to bring up my faith! Jesus uses these small things to make you a beacon in dark places. I also found my screen time on my phone would come down to about 30 minutes a day but I was SO much happier! I also realised that the people I did keep in contact with through iMessages were the people I truly valued as friends! It is so so good and by doing something like this you are honouring God, it frees up so much time for you to spend with God and do more wholesome things!! I cannot recommend it enough especially if you are a teen :) ❤️
I chose to quit Social media on November 21, 2020 which is the day my daughter turned 18 and I did fall back to watching it earlier this year but I made the decision in July to officially come off except for TH-cam and it was the best choice I ever made. Definitely hard yet peaceful and needed to do. Plus my concentration is slowly coming back but I will continue until led by the Holy Spirit.
Wow! Love This Video!!! Tempting, I will be praying about this. I really enjoyed so many of your insights and reasons, especially (accountability for your time). Thank you so much Cate..
It’s been 1 month since I quit social media. I mean I have an Instagram account only to post about my job, I am a nail technician and only post photos of my work. I deactivated all notifications so I don’t see anyone’s posts or stories. Also recently I create a FB account and i have no friends and I only follow pages that keeping me posted with nail trends and that’s all. I only go to FB and Instagram before bed for like total 20 minutes. Also I deleted Snapchat. It really is freeing that you don’t have to be perfect all the time and post the perfect story or the perfect photo and be anxious about likes and comments. I’m so much more content and my anxiety is so so much better. I don’t see everyone’s ‘’perfect’’ life and what they’re doing all the time. I’ll never go back. Your video helped me thank you.
Thanks so much for this video, this is my first time watching you and it was really encouraging and a blessing. I deleted my Facebook last month it's been hard but I have alot more time for the Lord, now just to be less on TH-cam lol God bless you Cate.
Thank you so much for your kind comment! I’m glad to hear about you spending more time with God. How encouraging. Yes! One thing I do to limit my TH-cam procrastination is schedule a distraction time and allow myself no more than 3 vids to watch in one sitting 🌸✨💕
I love this video and much needed answer for me. I have been wanting to quit social media due to my depression and anxiety. Spending more time on it rather than God. I miss you 😘! It’s grace from Instagram lol!!
Grace Morales ahh Grace! Praying for you sister. Quitting social media is hard I definitely cried because I was attached to it. But it’s worth it. May God give you wisdom and strength to follow him with all your heart ❤️❤️❤️
It's so addictive. I feel like posting so that everyone knows what I'm doing, where I am. I do uninstall for 7 days and then start it again. Maybe someday I will completely uninstall/delete social media and will never go back.
I had to rewrite my comment because I felt convicted alot too. love this soooo much. Lately I feel I spend too much time on the phone lately doing ministry BC I call and encourage suicidal or anxious ppl with mental health problems or that I have to add all my old classmates or else they won't know Jesus or just confused and comparing myself to other people because of likes and other TH-cam channels who are growing and gaining lots of subscribers in just a few months where I have been on TH-cam for two years it's easy for me to feel overlooked or jealous sometimes. However I am convicted of definitely using it alot less and thanks alot for your advice. 🙏💛 I once deleted everything in 2015 because I had to come to know Christ and then I was lead to be a born again believer but I definitely feel I will keep in contact with my friends on messenger once me and my husband move the end of this month 🙏💛 thanks again. God bless u sis. Can u pls pray that I don't miss my friends and church family too much my husband and I are moving into his parents house it's three hour away and we are living there for a few months or who kno how long. I know I shouldn't be too sad but I'm very sentimental and I'm sure I can still keep in touch with my church family on messenger and make new friends plus I won't be alone it will be me and my husband Ethan and God 🙏
Thanks for being honest Eleni. I can definitely relate with you in that I sometimes compare myself to other TH-camrs, and I hate it. Will certainly be praying for you. Praying for wisdom in how to reach your friends with the gospel and praying for your move. ✨🌸💕
Hatsoff to all from India.. Who try to quit social media's fantasy.. Being in a typical family in India though many here are addicted to gaming and social media.. But most of you being alone there, thinking to leave social media behind.. Happy to hear such great thoughts😊😊😊,god will definitely stand behind and help up all to come over any hindrance to achieve our goals...Great video.. Just a suggestion.. Reading comments felt many want to leave social media, but they feel left alone, so 1.You can get along with persons in direct who also wants to leave the same behind. 2. Creating hobbies which helps us stay fresh like mingling with children (teacher, care taker or park meetings) or paintings/crafts where colours involved or hobbies related to art (dancing / singing) / nature (tour guides). 3.Finally, Marriage (with interest)and children will make us learn new things, stay engaged lively and with happiness... God bless you all...
Beautiful journey, Cate.. i came across to your video because i’m on a process of deleting my social media accounts. Thank you for sharing your thoughts about it. 💫♥️🤍❤️
Sending love from the Philippines. This is the first time i discovered and watch your youtube videos. And i just want to say thank you for inspiring me to love Jesus more and commit fo Him may every being. Inspired by your testimonies. Keep sharing the Word of God. Godbless!
Hi Cate! I'm actually in the brink of deleting my Instagram and hopefully my twitter soon. (low-key accountability) haha I'm glad I went across this video of yours because it really made up my mind to finally quit and delete them. All you're mentioning here is very much so what I am currently feeling right now. Maybe this is also God's way of helping me to let go of my idols and addiction and will finally create a strong relationship with God hopefully.
it is normal to feel that way at first. If one has been using social media for years and it gets taken away, it can feel like you just lost a limb. Every belief is followed by an action. If the why behind your decision to quit is valuable to you, the current pain will eventually reap its results if you stick it out.
holiness is no longer a popular concept in many christian circles anymore, hmmmmm thanks my sister for that. pray fo rme I quit whatsapp a few days back, now am thinking of FB, IG and twitter too. Cant hear God anymore, it seems am living for people instead living for God. thanks for your video.
Hi :) Good question. Most of my time goes to my research work as a post grad student. My down time is reading, TH-cam, playing PUB G, hangout with friends, walk, workout, create content, research for content, study, manage our home. For down time... Mostly audiobooks & youtube
Just say I don't even need to see your video . Because when i turn of my eye i still feel what you mean Actually . 🤭 New i think i need to stop using my phone even more because i am not social media to post pics but i still scroll . I am sorry to my pasted times on that scrolling .
I’m not sure if the “likes” and “validation” I got from social media bothered me as much as what I saw on mainly on Instagram. The world’s “normal” isn’t what I like my children would class as okay and normal. As for validation that I get on here. It’s a daily battle for me of course. Humans have the desire to feel validated. But my TH-cam channel is the only platform I have to share the gospel. God must increase, I must decrease. If that’s not my motivation to post videos then I will stop making videos for self glorification. Good question. Thanks for flagging this up.
Love this Cate, such an important topic. I was just about to message you back on Instagram haha! Do you still want to do a video together? Are you on messenger or just text? I have the same issue, I don’t mind deleting Facebook but I love Instagram haha! Thank you so much for your advice 💛
I’ve decided to quit social media for a while because it’s giving me a lot of anxiety and jeopardizing my walk with Christ
Blessings to you, Chels
Also, when Jesus said to cut off the part of the body part that is causing you to sin, he said this before anaesthetic existed, meaning that to cut off the cause of sin will cause you a lot of pain and you will bleed, but that is better than what you risk by not doing so.
Amen ❤️
YES!
amen.
I quit social media too❤best thing I've done honestly. I am more productive and more in the moment. And I am more motivated to read the word of God
Aryaija Dodson thanks for sharing! I found that I am more productive too! ❤️
God has told me to quit social media 2 years ago and I’m still having a hard time because I feel left out or alone and lack of fellowship but I know how much peace it brings because I left it for a month thank you for this video I’m trying to get off for good but I guess it’s hard for me because again I have a fear missing out
You’re welcome friend. Bless you ❤️
Girl!! You’re not alone! God also told me 6 months ago to quit for a year, I first I didn’t want to, but now I can say it’s the best decision I’ve ever made! I also feel like that sometimes, but you’ll know who is really you’re friend and there for you. For example, I’ve known of so many “ friends” getting married, and it makes me feel left out, but if they would truly be my friends or close to me, I would have not found out until they posted it on IG, but sooner, know what I mean? The peace you get, it’s priceless. I’m really considering not opening ever again.
Girl same!!! I have this burning desire to quit too but for me it’s like I can’t quit because I feel as if I have something to prove and that I need to keep up with what’s going on in society.
Start by disabling it for a bit, you’ll definitely feel better about deleting it forever. After a while you’ll see minimum to no purpose of having it. It’ll give you a boost on self-confidence, it’ll bring you closer to God and it’ll allow you to no longer be so influenced by culture
I ended my social media presence also
It was truly taking over my life and I don’t see myself going back!
In that time I found a better paying job, became more grounded in my faith in God, changed my eating habits, and I just focus on what is important
Amazing! Thank you so much for sharing 😇
❤️❤️I want to quit too but it’s so hard 😭
I also quit sis... for me it was after fasting and i felt so strong to do it too.. thank you sis for sharing ..love you sis
Woop. Praise God! Much love to you too. Blessings 🌸✨💕
I was never on social media much at all before I started a YT channel. I'm 37 and noticed the younger generation was more and more consumed with their phones. I teach at a University and over the past 10 years I see how addicted most students are. I have to remember to stay balance and some days do not allow myself on social media. You brought up very good points for us to consider.
Thank you for sharing! It is hard not to get addicted to social media when it’s engineered to hook people on it. It is a useful tool but takes self control and constant self-checking.
That’s totally understandable. Research shows how it is detrimental to our wellness, especially to teens. As someone who aspires to be a mum someday, I want to be a good role model to the next generation. That they can live happy and satisfying life without spending 10 hours everyday on Social media trading real time to artificial posts.
Yes. Balance is key!
I am starting my Mth and hoping to pursue lecturing Theology. And SM was distracting me from focusing during my undergrad years and I can’t afford any distraction this time.
Cate Otanes Thank you for your words. I know God will bless your efforts. Like you said, holiness is not popular, but it is so necessary. Thank you again for your teaching. I am being encouraged by your channel.
I deleted all of mine about a week ago, and it’s definitely a huge adjustment. Find myself reaching for my phone often & I wasn’t even a large influence on the platforms. Which shows how addicting they are. Cheers to actually living life!
Aww. Well done you. Thanks for sharing, Rachel. I can totally relate with you. Cheers to the real life!
Hi, Miss Cate! A co-Filipino here! ❤️ this is inspiring!
I’ve been thinking about quitting social media for awhile now. People may think it’s not a huge deal but IT IS ! I’m addicted to my phone and it doesn’t let me focus on what’s important like God, my daughter and family ! Thank God for this video ! I love the Love you have for our Lord and Savior ❤️😭💕 God bless !
Francy Escobar hi Francy. Thank you so much for your kind comment. I totally agree. Quitting social media at first is hard. But now I’ve been off of it for almost 2 months, I can honestly say it is worth it. Spiritually and mentally, I feel more connected to God, to my family and friends. Close and important friends will always find ways to connect via WhatsApp, messenger or text. 🥰❤️💕✨
true.. i also quit social media.. since then, my life became more meaningful and happy.. truly meaningful, and truly happy.. truly free.. mental and spiritual health improved..
mex robert thanks for watching! That’s amazing, thank you for sharing, Mex 😇
Cate! I miss you and your wonderful wise videos! :) I have been coming back to your videos on Instagram a few times now and God has really spoken to me about making drastic changes in this area. It is so encouraging to know I’m not crazy/alone and that there are beautiful
Women of God like you pursuing Jesus and His guidance in this world!
Love you ❤️❤️❤️
Love this! I completely deleted all of my social media except TH-cam about 2 years ago and thank the Lord never looked back! I do need to stop watching so much TH-cam though lol but other than that I've been so much better thanks to our God! ❤
That’s amazing! Hehe I knew I was gonna struggle with watching TH-cam videos a lot so I allocate time for “distraction” time and watch no more than 3 videos in one sitting because I sometimes click on the randomest things. Thanks so much for sharing! Praise God! ❤️🌸💕✨
Great video. I disconnected from social media one point in my life for 3 months then I came back noticing I lost a lot of followers. That was a decade ago. As time went on I'll be on social media from time to time but I definitely believe that at one point I was seeking validation and wanting applauds from strangers I wouldn't care to speak to if we ever crossed paths. Today I must say, I rarely go on my instagram and create a balance for myself i'll go on from time to time just to like my best friend pictures and play around with my page to my liking. Everyone's experience is different and if social media creating a spiritual drought in someone's life then definitely let it go. Your experience is relevant because millions are experiencing the same thing you're saying but are so in too deep that they can't even realize that they're hypnotized by the social media addiction.
I can totally understand your point. I think many people don’t weigh the pros and cons enough and their decisions for using social media is not based on what’s truly important. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much for this video!!! You are making awesome content that helps a ton! :))
WOW! This was so challenging and convicting, thank you for being so vulnerable in this! I truly love and admire you so much💕 and even though I stinkin’ miss your presence on insta, I am so so happy you are seeking God and growing in your walk with Him! You inspire me so much and I just love you!
THANKS for being so supportive, friend. AWWW 🥰🥰 we can always hangout on messenger and have that video chat! 😊 love you lots ❤️
So true and powerful words of wisdom...Thank you for this share.
Thanks 😇
@@CateOtanes Keep up the good work sister you really helped me today.
It's been a little while since I thought about quitting social media bc it really impacts my relationship with God, and I think God has put in my heart recently to really delete Instagram etc bc one day it'll be too late. So thank you for your video it really helps
Social media may not be “evil” but it’s intent behind the creation of it was to make it as addictive as possible. Watch The Social Dilemma on Netflix. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I’m learning to let go of social media
I agree. I haven't watched "the social dilemma" but I've read enough on it and I could not deny the facts and the negative effects it had on my life and I'm glad I quit. it's been almost 7 months and I'm in a better headspace.
@@CateOtanes do you think without social media it’ll be harder for business and marketing opportunities?
@@CateOtanes I’m planning to quit Instagram in the next month, just doing preparations to share my TH-cam so people can find me elsewhere lol
Yes. I think there are smart ways to use social media i.e. fb and IG. I am for using social media for business separate from my personal life.
@@CateOtanes lol I don’t think I can separate it really well.. it still becomes too easily addicted 🙈
Thank you so much! I once quit all of social media but only lasted 22 days! Now, I haven't totally quit social media but for the past month I have not really posted any stories, at all! It feels great!
You’re welcome! Aaamazing 😇👌🏽
This is so true! I recently had to quit some things in my life at first I was thinking oh this is not distracting me till I got like a big spiritual awakening and found my heart wasn’t all for God like I thought it was and I thank God he has revealed that to me and I feel at peace.
Amazing! Praise God. Thanks for sharing, Makayla. Blessings! 🌸✨🥰
Amen Sis 💕
I can relate to everything you said.
I deleted my Instagram two weeks ago. It was a very hard decision to make. I had to pray to the Most High to be able to do it. I’m so thankful he answered my prayers because I feel free now. And I feel like I can focus on my journey following Jesus Christ with all my heart and soul. ✨🌻 God bless
Thank you so much! I can totally relate. Praying this journey is a fruitful one for you. God bless you as well ✨
Wow this is so beautiful and humbling. I also deciced to do the same. It has been so diffcult because I was so dependant on it. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much! Bless you 💕
wow. . really interesting. . i was also quit my social media since oct. 14, 2021. . and i felt so good now than before. . thanks for sharing this. . 🥰🥰🥰
Thank you so much 🥰
@@CateOtanes i saw some of your videos. . and taga Philippines ka po pala. . 🥰🥰🥰 ang ganda po ng content mo. . 😍😍 nakaka inspire po
YES. Thank you so much. 🥰
Im so happy finding your TH-cam Channel. I quit my social media channels 4 days ago. And i search Videos that motivate me to stay strong. Than i find you - sister in faith - and Videos about your life as a Christian, fitness, no social media and life as a student! The perfect Channel for me and I am excited watching your Videos! Thanks for talking about all that! God bless you and your work here on TH-cam! Anni
Yay. Welcome 😘 i'm glad you are here😊
Girl, yes! Abba told me to stop social media for all of 2020. Praise Him, because I’ve heard how bad it’s been this year. Been wondering if I should even get back on it in 2021, so this is a great word!! Thanks for sharing ❤️
Thank you for sharing, Katie. Bless you
I’m so addicted girl, it’s so hard to just not post about what I’m doing all the time or to not see what everyone is up to, but I also have seen how negatively it has affected me and I see it doesn’t help me as I’m growing in God and growing in identity and worth in Him. I deactivated everything and removed all apps and will prayerfully see whether I should delete it all permanently. I definitely get that thing of fear of missing out! But I do believe it’ll help me be much more intentional with everyone and especially God! Girl you’re inspiring and love your words and wisdom in this!
Hi Naomi. I pray this time of reflection will be fruitful in your walk with God. Thank you for your kind words.
Beautiful message sister, One Of the First things I did when I started my walk with God was leave social media. I love how u explained everything, didn’t condemn anyone, and gave tips how to use social media in a positive light for those who still decide to use it. Social media is not for everyone, definetly wasn’t for me... Praise the most high
Thank you for watching Susan. And thanks for sharing ❤️
This is so inspiring Cate!! I really admire your strength and conviction!💕💕
I am obsessed with your channel😍
Woop 🌸
Thank you, Angela 🌸❤️💕
This so great, thank you for posting your video and being so open about your faith. I uninstalled my social media apps and have scheduled time to look at my accounts once a week if I decide to. I am addicted to my phone and God has been talking to me about cutting these distractions out.
Thank you Tiffany. I am encouraged by your obedience. Your SM system is very wise. God bless you ❤️✨
Thanks for sharing, especially from a Christian perspective! I know this video is 4months old but it’s so relevant. Thanks again for being obedient and sharing the word sis!💛💛
Thank you so much. Glad this was helpful 😘
Wow this is very encouraging! God has been putting it in my heart to delete FB for a while now and this is confirmation to do it . God Bless you sister and thank you for sharing this!
Glad you found this helpful :) God bless you too sister and you are so welcome xxx
Love the advice at the end of this!
the Word in Red thank you, girl 🌸❤️✨
Tips:
-Know your priorities.
-Give all the glory to God
Be "watchful, wise and prayerful"!
God bless u sis. Thx for the vid ❤
Amen! You’re very welcome. God bless you too ❤️
As a 14 year old I quit social media through out the whole of lock down for a few months before! I thought it would be much harder than it is, I got a lot of hate for it because people simply didn’t like it? The hate I got for it did put me down but through Jesus I overcame that! People don’t like it when you are actually doing something good and worthwhile, it’s crazy and so sad seeing what my generation is coming too. Sometimes I would wish that i was brought up in a generation like my parents or to grow up to an age so that I could move on from where I am right now, but I found that that was also a downward spiral. By wishing for something that I knew couldn’t happen I found my self not living in the present with Jesus at that moment By doing simple things like quitting social media I started to find myself growing in who I am, building a true relationship with Jesus and finding my identity! I started to realise that God has a plan for me and has put me exactly where he wants me at this time and at this place. I found that by quitting social media it wasn’t just negativity that was thrown at me for it but also some positive things. People asked questions and it would give me a change to bring up my faith! Jesus uses these small things to make you a beacon in dark places. I also found my screen time on my phone would come down to about 30 minutes a day but I was SO much happier! I also realised that the people I did keep in contact with through iMessages were the people I truly valued as friends! It is so so good and by doing something like this you are honouring God, it frees up so much time for you to spend with God and do more wholesome things!! I cannot recommend it enough especially if you are a teen :) ❤️
Thank you for your comment Claudia! You are very wise. Keep persevering in the faith. ❤️
AMEN!! Thank you for sharing
Me too. Been sober since september and youre right, its completely freeing!
Amazing! ✨
I chose to quit Social media on November 21, 2020 which is the day my daughter turned 18 and I did fall back to watching it earlier this year but I made the decision in July to officially come off except for TH-cam and it was the best choice I ever made. Definitely hard yet peaceful and needed to do. Plus my concentration is slowly coming back but I will continue until led by the Holy Spirit.
Love this! Found your channel and I've recently gone off social media after being also addicted! Fellow kababayan! Good work!
Rhyss Hello, kababayan! Thank you 😇 hope you’re seeing positive results! Enjoy the real world ✨
Wow! Love This Video!!! Tempting, I will be praying about this. I really enjoyed so many of your insights and reasons, especially (accountability for your time). Thank you so much Cate..
Thanks James! Glad to hear this video is helpful 😇
It’s been 1 month since I quit social media. I mean I have an Instagram account only to post about my job, I am a nail technician and only post photos of my work. I deactivated all notifications so I don’t see anyone’s posts or stories. Also recently I create a FB account and i have no friends and I only follow pages that keeping me posted with nail trends and that’s all. I only go to FB and Instagram before bed for like total 20 minutes. Also I deleted Snapchat. It really is freeing that you don’t have to be perfect all the time and post the perfect story or the perfect photo and be anxious about likes and comments. I’m so much more content and my anxiety is so so much better. I don’t see everyone’s ‘’perfect’’ life and what they’re doing all the time. I’ll never go back. Your video helped me thank you.
Thanks so much for sharing, Stella. So glad to hear this. I'm glad you found this video helpful. Bless you
Thank you for listing the books you read in the description box! I’m adding them to my reading list!
You're very welcome :)
This is good, don’t ever go back to social media, read the scriptures more ,God bless you sister
God bless you as well :)
It’s been 6 days so far. It’s been a blessing so far, I feel alive again
Wooop! I’m so glad to hear ✨
Thanks so much for this video, this is my first time watching you and it was really encouraging and a blessing. I deleted my Facebook last month it's been hard but I have alot more time for the Lord, now just to be less on TH-cam lol
God bless you Cate.
Thank you so much for your kind comment! I’m glad to hear about you spending more time with God. How encouraging. Yes! One thing I do to limit my TH-cam procrastination is schedule a distraction time and allow myself no more than 3 vids to watch in one sitting 🌸✨💕
Incredibly encouraging. Thank you so much sister. 💜🙏🏼 May the Lord bless you abundantly. To God be the Glory forever.
You are so welcome! God bless you too, Ariana :) To God be the glory forever.
This is one of my favorite videos of yours! Great advice, tips, and wisdom. 🤗🙏🏻
Thank you, Lisa! This has encouraged me 🥰❤️
I love this video and much needed answer for me. I have been wanting to quit social media due to my depression and anxiety. Spending more time on it rather than God. I miss you 😘! It’s grace from Instagram lol!!
Grace Morales ahh Grace! Praying for you sister. Quitting social media is hard I definitely cried because I was attached to it. But it’s worth it. May God give you wisdom and strength to follow him with all your heart ❤️❤️❤️
It's so addictive. I feel like posting so that everyone knows what I'm doing, where I am. I do uninstall for 7 days and then start it again. Maybe someday I will completely uninstall/delete social media and will never go back.
I agree, it's very addictive.
I had to rewrite my comment because I felt convicted alot too. love this soooo much. Lately I feel I spend too much time on the phone lately doing ministry BC I call and encourage suicidal or anxious ppl with mental health problems or that I have to add all my old classmates or else they won't know Jesus or just confused and comparing myself to other people because of likes and other TH-cam channels who are growing and gaining lots of subscribers in just a few months where I have been on TH-cam for two years it's easy for me to feel overlooked or jealous sometimes. However I am convicted of definitely using it alot less and thanks alot for your advice. 🙏💛 I once deleted everything in 2015 because I had to come to know Christ and then I was lead to be a born again believer but I definitely feel I will keep in contact with my friends on messenger once me and my husband move the end of this month 🙏💛 thanks again. God bless u sis. Can u pls pray that I don't miss my friends and church family too much my husband and I are moving into his parents house it's three hour away and we are living there for a few months or who kno how long. I know I shouldn't be too sad but I'm very sentimental and I'm sure I can still keep in touch with my church family on messenger and make new friends plus I won't be alone it will be me and my husband Ethan and God 🙏
Thanks for being honest Eleni. I can definitely relate with you in that I sometimes compare myself to other TH-camrs, and I hate it.
Will certainly be praying for you. Praying for wisdom in how to reach your friends with the gospel and praying for your move. ✨🌸💕
I quit most but still have an Instagram. I do notice I still get distracted 😏 I’m glad you shared this 💕 thank you!
You're welcome, Heather ✨
I'm doing this to get closer to God and to get delivered from sexual sin because social media as alot of sexual things in it
Haha I literally was just looking for you on social media yesterday and was bummed I couldn't find you.
Felipe Loves Hip Hop i am here on YT soooo ... 👌🏽😇
@@CateOtanes Oh ya and that's definitley great, but I just wish I could be spoiled by you on other platforms too haha 😊
this is so amazing cate!!! so inspired by your commitment and determination! keep it up girl!👏💕
made with purpose thanks girl ❤️✨
Hatsoff to all from India.. Who try to quit social media's fantasy.. Being in a typical family in India though many here are addicted to gaming and social media.. But most of you being alone there, thinking to leave social media behind.. Happy to hear such great thoughts😊😊😊,god will definitely stand behind and help up all to come over any hindrance to achieve our goals...Great video..
Just a suggestion.. Reading comments felt many want to leave social media, but they feel left alone, so
1.You can get along with persons in direct who also wants to leave the same behind.
2. Creating hobbies which helps us stay fresh like mingling with children (teacher, care taker or park meetings) or paintings/crafts where colours involved or hobbies related to art (dancing / singing) / nature (tour guides).
3.Finally, Marriage (with interest)and children will make us learn new things, stay engaged lively and with happiness...
God bless you all...
Thanks for sharing :)
Thanks for sharing! Can I recommend, sister Cate could you make a video in the future discussing Calvinism and Arminianism?
You're very welcome :) Oooh I'll see what I can do. Allen Parr had a video on it on his channel, I think it's brilliant.
Beautiful journey, Cate.. i came across to your video because i’m on a process of deleting my social media accounts. Thank you for sharing your thoughts about it. 💫♥️🤍❤️
Thank you! Wish you all the best on your decisions ✨
Sending love from the Philippines. This is the first time i discovered and watch your youtube videos. And i just want to say thank you for inspiring me to love Jesus more and commit fo Him may every being. Inspired by your testimonies. Keep sharing the Word of God. Godbless!
Aww glad you found this video helpful. Salamat, Arabelle. God bless you as well ❤️😇💕🌸
So enriching 🌼🌼
Thank you
Hi Cate! I'm actually in the brink of deleting my Instagram and hopefully my twitter soon. (low-key accountability) haha I'm glad I went across this video of yours because it really made up my mind to finally quit and delete them. All you're mentioning here is very much so what I am currently feeling right now. Maybe this is also God's way of helping me to let go of my idols and addiction and will finally create a strong relationship with God hopefully.
Hi Gardenia! Thanks so much for sharing. I'm glad you related to this video. I pray your decision will lead you to a free-er life with God
Every time I quit I always go back! Ugh it made me have depression anxiety is there a way to like ban my device from getting them back?
sorry to hear that. I deleted my instagram which meant i can no longer retrieve it.
@@CateOtanes like can’t you just make new accounts or?
I dont see any reason for me to make a new account. When i left i decided to never return. Its been almost 8 month since i left.
@@CateOtanes WOW how go that long? I can’t even go a day
Been thinking about this!!! Waah thank you🥺❤️
Glad this was helpful :)
My struggle is TH-cam, tik tok ans podcasts. I’m on my phone too much.
It's really hard.
I’m feeling this video 🤙🏾
You’ll be happy in your faith
That intro made me cry... couldn’t relate more 😭😭
AAAAWWWW :')
Your hoodie☺️☺️☺️☺️ loves this video cate ❤️
Yes. Love you and love this jumper sooo much! 😻❤️
I love you both😍you guys are so inspiring
Aryaija Dodson aww. Thanks so much. Much love to you, girl 💕
I just quit social media. It is no good mostly.
it is normal to feel that way at first. If one has been using social media for years and it gets taken away, it can feel like you just lost a limb. Every belief is followed by an action. If the why behind your decision to quit is valuable to you, the current pain will eventually reap its results if you stick it out.
Another great video Cate
destiny raeburn Thank you so much, Destiny ❤️ glad you found it helpful
Only what i left is whatsapp and viber.
And youtube for Bible sermons listening.
That's great :)
Thank you for sharing.
Hope it’s helpful. Thanks, Chante ❤️
God show me some signs and I no longer do social media. Too much distractions and comparing my life to others. So I said never again God comes first.
❤️❤️❤️
I'm 10 and I don't think that I'll be taking a break of social media in my life. I'm addicted in on it like 17 hours a day.....
It definitely hard to break the bad habit. 😣
@@CateOtanes Yeah, really hard
Hey girll I deleted Instagram for a really long time. I don’t know when I will take a break. I took time off because I was addicted :/
Can totally relate. good on you :)
Love the advice in this! Keep going ✨
Also what camera do you use?
Shreya Ambade thank you, Shreya. I use canon g7x mark II 🌸💕
holiness is no longer a popular concept in many christian circles anymore, hmmmmm thanks my sister for that. pray fo rme I quit whatsapp a few days back, now am thinking of FB, IG and twitter too. Cant hear God anymore, it seems am living for people instead living for God. thanks for your video.
Glad this was helpful. God’s blessings on your pursuit of hearing God’s voice and diving deep into the Word. 😇
Great video!
Thank you, girl 😍
cate, how do you fill up your time now that you don't use social media?
Hi :) Good question. Most of my time goes to my research work as a post grad student. My down time is reading, TH-cam, playing PUB G, hangout with friends, walk, workout, create content, research for content, study, manage our home. For down time... Mostly audiobooks & youtube
6 months in ✌🏻✨
Woop! Amazing, Alexandra 🧡
I’m a spiritual life coach and wellness coach I am teaching way to get off social media
And why do messages disappear and story info to? sounds dangerous
For fun perhaps?
Did you leave messenger too? :) just curious sis 🤗
I still use messenger to contact family and friends
@@CateOtanes thanks! I just did it! Waah thanks 😭😭🥰❤️
Wait i have a question. Why do they accuse u of evil things on snapchat?
I don’t have a Snapchat and have never used it 😟
Me too i quit, 1 month from now.
❤️❤️❤️
I love this
Thanks Tamara ❤️
Just say I don't even need to see your video . Because when i turn of my eye i still feel what you mean Actually . 🤭 New i think i need to stop using my phone even more because i am not social media to post pics but i still scroll . I am sorry to my pasted times on that scrolling .
Me too!
I feel the same
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Did “likes” bother you? What do you think about validation here?
I’m not sure if the “likes” and “validation” I got from social media bothered me as much as what I saw on mainly on Instagram. The world’s “normal” isn’t what I like my children would class as okay and normal.
As for validation that I get on here. It’s a daily battle for me of course. Humans have the desire to feel validated. But my TH-cam channel is the only platform I have to share the gospel. God must increase, I must decrease. If that’s not my motivation to post videos then I will stop making videos for self glorification.
Good question. Thanks for flagging this up.
@@CateOtanes well said! Thank you.
It became my idol and just completely deleted it! I feel free.
Wow
ME TOO SISTER
YESSS
100%!
Why so many comments saying they left social media and they centered in god and jesus lol.
Hi R.J, as the title suggests this video is specifically coming from a Christian perspective ☺️
You create social media woooow
I don’t create social media 😅
Love this Cate, such an important topic. I was just about to message you back on Instagram haha! Do you still want to do a video together? Are you on messenger or just text? I have the same issue, I don’t mind deleting Facebook but I love Instagram haha! Thank you so much for your advice 💛
Thanks, Lisa! Yes I am still on messenger. Apologies if I missed any of your messages 🙈🥺❤️
You are so beautiful!
You are so sweet :) thank you so much xxx