JOMO Is the New FOMO

We’re not just talking about gut feelings anymore—there’s real research behind it.

Mental health professionals have been raising concerns about how excessive social media use can contribute to anxiety, depression, poor sleep, and a constant sense of comparison. When you’re always seeing the highlight reel of everyone else’s life, it’s easy to feel like you’re falling short—even if you’re doing just fine.

And there’s another layer to it.