Leaving Twitter

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The author closed their X (Twitter) account in late November 2024, deleting most posts and comments, and removing the app from all devices.
After leaving, they felt immediate relief, noticing more calm and realizing the platform's lack of value and high noise level.
Social media, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn, is described as mostly noise, filled with random opinions, arguments, ads, and provocative content designed to keep users engaged.
The author uses the 'signal to noise' ratio concept to describe social media, where signals (valuable content) are buried under overwhelming noise.
They conclude that the only effective way to limit or avoid the noise is to not participate in social media at all.
The author reflects on the importance of breaking away from trivial pursuits to focus on more meaningful experiences, quoting John Muir.

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