I thought I had left Instagram for good.
And yet, there I am—back on the ’gram—because I choose to.
I have an instinctive sensitivity to imperfections. It allows me to notice what isn’t (or is no longer) working, and to question authority in the process of evolution. This can be both a gift and a challenge. When I over-identify with these observations, it shows up as complaining, worrying, and an addictive need to be right.
With greater awareness, however, this sensitivity becomes a strength—helping me uphold high standards and values. That matters to me in how I move through life while staying connected to myself.
Stepping away from social media for a while was necessary. It brought me more peace of mind, fewer distractions, and the space to reflect on what platforms like Instagram do—and don’t—add to my life. I experienced that I don’t need it to exist or to connect. That I’m not missing out on anything. That the relationships that truly matter aren’t affected at all. If anything, they’ve deepened. Without Instagram, I reach out more intentionally—really checking in with people, instead of relying on curated glimpses that may or may not reflect reality.
So why am I back?
Simple: because I have something to share. Something of value. And Instagram can be an accessible channel for that. Also, because I’m human—and I have the freedom to choose, again and again.
I can be an ethical warrior at times, making bold, even radical decisions to fully stand for something and explore how that feels. And then, to soften—to find a more balanced middle ground that feels true to me.
I’ve come to see that—just like with AI—technology itself isn’t inherently good or bad. It depends on the awareness and intention behind its use. Without that awareness, Instagram can be toxic, highly addictive, and unhealthy. Lives can be shaped by algorithms. People can give away their creativity, intelligence, and power.
It’s confronting, but it’s real.
And still—it’s not my responsibility to fix. I can only take ownership of how I engage with these tools, and perhaps inspire others to do the same.
Over the past months, I’ve been sitting with these questions—and I’d like to invite you in:
What is your relationship with this platform?
Does it feel healthy?
If not, what needs to change?
Are you here by choice—or by habit? Do you feel free to leave at any moment?
How can you use it more intentionally?
What value do you get from it?
And what value can you bring?
In it—but not owned by it. Free to leave at any moment. Using the social media space to connect, inspire and be inspired, and to spark something real.
If you’re there too, let’s make it meaningful.