May 4-10 was Mental Health Week and we were thrilled to recognize more than 40 Mental Health Champions nominated by their peers and members of the public. While we focused on connection during that week and sharing our Champions through social media, we also recognize that social media can sometimes do more harm than good. So, we’re excited to follow up Mental Health Week with a Social Media Detox Week from May 11–15 called “Stall the Scroll.”

Stalling the scroll can look different for everyone. You might:

• Set time limits on social media apps
• Take breaks to do another activity
• Change your feed to show healthier or more positive content

Take a look below for ideas and tips on how to try each strategy.

Take a Break from Screens

Screens are a big part of everyday life, but even small breaks can make a big difference.

Here are 5 simple, realistic ways to build screen-free moments:

• Create screen-free zones – Bedrooms or the dinner table are a great place to start.
• Swap, don’t stop – Have easy go-to alternatives like a walk, a puzzle, or music.
• Make it a family reset – Everyone takes a break together (grown-ups included!).
• Use natural breaks – After a show ends or before bedtime, power down instead of pressing “next”.
• Start small – Try a 10–15 minute “pause” instead of a full break.

It’s not about cutting screens out completely, it’s about creating space for balance, connection, and a reset when you need it.

Set Limits on Social Apps

We all know how easy it is to lose track of time while scrolling. Before you know it, minutes turn into hours.

So, we’ve created two simple graphics to walk you through how to set time limits for your social media apps, whether you’re using an iPhone or an Android device. A few quick settings can help you create healthier boundaries and make more space for the things that matter most.

Don’t forget to start with realistic time limits, you can always decrease them as you go!

Create a Safer Space

We’ve all heard about the algorithm and how it can sometimes fill our feeds with things that don’t exactly support our mental health.

So, we’ve put together a few simple graphics with step-by-step tips to help you take back control of what you’re seeing. With a few small changes, you can reshape your feed into something that feels a little safer, a little kinder, and a lot more you.

Think of it as creating a warmer, cozier space, in both your feed and ads.