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Nazia Ali
Emotional Intelligence
Batch 4
19-9-2025
Scroll, Stress, Repeat: The Hidden Anxiety Engine in Your Pocket:
Ali is 19 years old and often wakes up feeling tired because he goes to bed late. The first thing he does in the morning is checking his phone. He scrolls through his notifications and quickly finds himself on Instagram. As he browses, he starts to feel uneasy. He wonders, “Why am I still figuring things out? Why do not I feel good in the morning?” Suddenly, his own achievements seem less in his eyes. Even though he had not planned to post anything today, he now feels pressured to share something impressive.
His class starts at 8:30 a.m., and he is anxious, distracted, and running late. Throughout the day, he keeps checking the number of likes on a selfie he posted. The fewer likes he sees, the more anxious he becomes.
In today’s world, social media acts like a companion for entertainment, connection and self-expression. However, behind the likes, comments, and posts lay issues that can worsen mental health, such as anxiety. Many people, report higher levels of anxiety, and social media play a big part in that.
Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat are designed to be addictive. With each swipe, users are exposed to filtered perfection, success stories and lives that seem better than their own. This constant comparison can harm self-esteem and lead to feelings of anxiety. While social media is not harmful by itself, how we use it, is important. Being aware, staying mindful and setting digital boundaries can help break the cycle of scroll-induced stress. Sometimes the real cost of being connected is losing your peace of mind
