Take Control of Your Scroll

From TikTok trends to Instagram likes, social media is where teens connect, express themselves, and stay in the loop. But have you ever stopped to think about how these apps influence your emotions, attention, or even how you see yourself? In this Skillbuilder, you’ll take a step back from the screen to explore how social media affects teen life, for better and for worse, and what it means to take control of your scroll.

Your Task:
1. Choose one social media platform you use the most.
2. Write down 3 ways that the platform influences you or people your age (e.g., mood, confidence, habits, opinions).
3. Then, brainstorm one positive way to use that platform to inspire or uplift others, like starting a challenge, sharing kind comments, or promoting a cause you care about.

Share your idea in one clear sentence that starts with: “What if we used social media to…” and explain your idea.