I thought Zoom fatigue was about meetings. For me, part of the problem was constantly seeing myself.
News Source : Business Insider
News Summary
- Six years into a mostly virtual world, I now know we were not meant to look at ourselves 24/7.
- As a caregiver to my mom with Alzheimer's, turning on "Do Not Disturb" didn't feel safe.
- I checked messages less often but found I was still "tapping" into Facebook and Instagram on quick breaks between calls, like a woodpecker excavating its next home.
- I deleted all Meta apps from my phone, which immediately freed my mind for healthier activities such as stretching, having a snack, or actually going to the bathroom.
The author started analyzing her face and mannerisms after being in so many video calls.
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