How To Get Rid Of Your Social Media Addiction Go on a social media 'detox' Set yourself a fixed period of time, i.e. 15 days or 30 days, to pay no heed to any form of social media whatsoever. ... Set a 'digital time' for yourself. ... Read a book. ... Learn a new Hobby. ... Spend more time with your friends and family. Sep 1, 2018