Revisiting Instagram, and promptly leaving it again
Summary
A user on Tildes experiments with rejoining Instagram for a short period, finds the platform triggering, ad-saturated, and mentally taxing, though the video editing tools are strong. The post reflects on the dopamine-driven nature of reels, social comparison, and how content shapes self-perception; the author ultimately questions the platform's value and seeks mindful usage strategies, with many comments discussing ways to minimize exposure and alternative approaches to staying connected without endorsing Meta.