It is such a relief to see someone say you do not have to delete your accounts to be healthy. I find myself opening these apps purely out of habit when I am bored or anxious. The idea of pausing to ask yourself why you are logging in is something I definitely need to try.

It's worth asking yourself why that's such a relief, and answering as honestly and accurately as you possibly can.

For myself, there's no possibility of keeping my accounts that doesn't eventually result in unhealthy usage. Being mindful can only work long-term if you are also someone who is successful at being generally mindful long-term. I don't think that's possible for most people without a sustained meditation practice, which is something I've done but don't like.

I think what keeps people on is mostly FOMO (which is unhealthy), but like many others, I've been off these platforms for years and haven't missed it at all, though it did take a few attempts. I still get sucked into plenty of other content, more than I would like, but it tends to be more aligned with my chosen goals.