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Edit Your Life Podcast Ep. 71: Creating Facebook Boundaries

in: Writing & Social Media

Are you currently overwhelmed by Facebook? You’re not alone. What was once a purely social platform (puppy memes! lunch photos! selfies with friends!) has become an emotional minefield for many people. In Episode 71, Christine and I share 9 tips to help you get clear on the benefits and costs of Facebook for you, and offer practical strategies for creating boundaries so Facebook doesn’t take over your life.

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Resources mentioned in this episode

  • Minimalist Parenting (Christine’s and my book)
  • Parent Hacks (my book)
  • Edit Your Life Episode 41: Smarter Smartphone Use
  • Because OTTERS (and also the narwhal t-shirt Asha referred to)
  • 5calls.org + DailyAction.org (options for advocacy off of Facebook)
  • Real news: Washington Post, New York Times, NPR Politics podcast
  • Edit Your Life Episode 69: Making Room For Creativity
  • 7 Steps To Better Sleep (via Boston Mamas)

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About Asha Dornfest

Asha Dornfest is a writer, parent, and insistent optimist living in Portland, Oregon. She is the author of PARENT HACKS, co-author of MINIMALIST PARENTING, and co-host of the Edit Your Life podcast.

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