FOMO
FOMO, or ‘the
Fear of Missing Out,’ often
plagues us. We could be missing out on watching a movie with friends, or they are
out on a picnic in which we were not included or couldn’t join in, and the news
has been shared on social media. Our brains are hardwired to seek acceptance,
and hence we may experience feelings of anxiety, anger, resentment, and inadequacy
as we scroll through social media feeds. What we fail to remember is that what
we see on the screen may not be an accurate representation of how things
actually are.
JOMO
JOMO, or the ‘Joy of missing out,’ is choosing quality over quantity. It’s about choosing to skip a dinner party that we may feel obligated to attend and not feeling guilty about not attending or feeling that we are missing out on what is happening. JOMO is when we intentionally miss social events and prioritize self-care or engage in what we truly want to do. It’s about feeling fulfilled and content about doing our own thing. It doesn't mean that we sit in isolation with no social life. It means that we are selective in what we want to be a part of without worrying about what others are doing. Curling up with a good book, taking a walk, or simply pottering around the house may be more of our thing.
HOW JOMO HELPS:
·
Boosts
productivity and focus as you engage in a digital detox.
·
Increases
offline connectivity of your relationships
·
Improves
emotional and physical well-being.
Which is better?
FOMO and JOMO
both have their own set of benefits and challenges. However, we don’t need to
live a JOMO life 24/7. FOMO could motivate us to move out of our comfort zone and
explore new ideas.
“One is not
better than the other,” says psychologist Dr. Albers.
There will be
FOMO and JOMO moments in your life. Introverts may be more inclined to a JOMO
life, while extroverts may suffer more from FOMO.
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I appreciate how you highlighted that JOMO isn't about isolation but about making intentional choices that prioritize our well-being. The examples you provided, like choosing to curl up with a good book or taking a leisurely walk, are simple yet powerful reminders of the joy in solitude. It's refreshing to see a balanced perspective that acknowledges the occasional benefits of FOMO in pushing us out of our comfort zones. Your mention of how JOMO can boost productivity and improve emotional health is something I hadn't considered before. This post has inspired me to be more mindful of my choices and to embrace the joy in missing out when it serves my well-being.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your in-depth review of my post. You sure have a way with words. I'm glad you found it inspiring.
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