The Italian singer Laura Pausini She announced this Tuesday, the 9th, that she has decided to temporarily step away from social media. The artist also informed that she has changed her phone number as part of a process to recover her emotional well-being.
The statement was made through a story Published on Instagram. According to Pausini, the release of the new song Ritorno ad amare It was a pivotal moment for rethinking their relationship with the digital world.
"In recent weeks, with the launch of Ritorno ad amare"I decided to do something concrete for myself, because this song is an encouragement for us to love ourselves again. I decided to make a vow: to delete all social media from my phone, because they were creating an unhealthy addiction in me," she stated.
In addition to abandoning the use of digital platforms, the singer also limited her personal interactions. "For now, I'm only in contact with my family," she said.
Pausini reported that she had been spending excessive time in front of screens, which caused stress, anxiety, and episodes of insomnia. "Sometimes I couldn't sleep because I felt like I hadn't managed to read and respond to all the messages," she stated.
According to the artist, social distancing has allowed a return to everyday life. “I feel more serene and focused with real people by my side. With sunlight, not the artificial light of my smartphone,” she explained.
Despite the separation, she said she occasionally accesses social media using her colleagues' cell phones. "I don't want to lose touch with you all."
In the same statement, Pausini warned her followers about the impacts of excessive use of these platforms. “Today, I logged on for 10 minutes and browsed through various social media networks, reading news that didn't concern me, and I found rampant hatred against everything and everyone. I was scared. Be careful not to fall into this trap, which can really make you feel bad. Your health is worth more and deserves more.”
For the singer, what should have brought people closer has had the opposite effect. "Anger and hatred are being spread" on social media, she stated.
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