For the third essay of English 110, I wrote my essay on how social media nowadays impacts society’s mental health issues and the building of one’s resiliency to get affected. In that essay, I discussed the role played by social networking sites like increasing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem levels, specifically for youngsters. I discussed how the constant comparison to idealized images, cyberbullying, and the pressure to present a “perfect” life can affect mental well-being. I also emphasized the importance of resilience in coping with such challenges. I said that one has to develop mental strength and emotional coping strategies for the pressures of social media, such as mindfulness, self-reflection, and the establishment of healthy boundaries with technology. I have mentioned the role of individual effort and social support in fostering resilience and suggested ways in which society can create a more supportive environment for mental health. I chose this essay for my Significant Writing Project because it deals with an issue that is highly relevant in today’s world, especially with the influence of social media on how we interface and perceive ourselves. In the essay, I got to incorporate research and personal introspection, and it had meaning for me because it forced me to think about how all of us might contribute to a healthier and more resilient society. The writing process further helped me to whet my argumentative skills and connect research with real-life problems.
