Ari Lennox Explains Why She’s Leaving Social Media For Good

Ari Lennox is making ready to say goodbye to social media completely.

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Ari Announces Departure From Social Media

On Friday (Oct. 11), Ari Lennox knowledgeable her followers that she plans to formally go away social media. In a heartfelt Instagram submit, the ‘Pressure’ singer introduced her plan to delete her accounts on December 18, marking her two-year sobriety anniversary.

“Hey I’m working on a plan to transition off of social media for good. I don’t believe I’ll ever mature and be happy as long as i have it. So my last day of socials will be December 18th, my 2 year sobriety anniversary. I will be deleting my FB, IG and TikTok permanently,” Ari wrote.

Additionally, Ari shared how social media has affected her life and expressed that stepping away from digital platforms would be the finest transfer for her psychological well being and general well-being.

“I have a very toxic and codependent relationship with these apps. My happiness is worth more to me, than using these platforms to promote. I truly believe I can get creative with marketing elsewhere. I’m so exhausted with my addiction to the internet and gossip and attention and validation and yearning to be in control and over sharing. I just want to be free and complete,” the message continues.

Along along with her life replace, the ‘New Apartment’ songstress reassured followers that they’ll nonetheless observe her on YouTube and catch her performances onstage. She additionally inspired her supporters to subscribe to her mailing checklist on her web site for updates on her upcoming album and tour.

Social Media Reacts

The Roommates rapidly crammed The Shade Room’s remark part with reactions to Ari’s replace. Many social media customers supported her choice, claiming that social media simply isn’t the identical anymore.

Instagram consumer @iam_baegoals wrote, “I may follow this lead. Cause whew it’s so toxic. People are so angry every day for no reason at all. It’s sickening. I miss when social media was fun.” 

Instagram consumer @bradascanbe wrote, “Life before these apps was ” 

While Instagram consumer @lalasentyou wrote, “Why doesn’t her team just run her social media?” 

Then Instagram consumer @dominiquechinn wrote, “If it affects your mental health it’s best.” 

Another Instagram consumer @idiscoverstars wrote, “As someone who didn’t recognize the signs before it was too late SOMEONE CHECK ON HER . Please.”

Instagram consumer @iam_rubyrich wrote, “Salute to her. Social media is a circus” 

Lastly, Instagram consumer @misslovejoness wrote, “I’m high-key right behind her.” 

More Details On Ari’s Sobriety Journey

Ari Lennox’s selection to go away social media comes simply over a yr after she celebrated being seven months sober in July 2023.

As TSR beforehand shared, the 33-year-old musician marked the milestone in a now-deleted Instagram submit. Back then, Lennox emphasised that the achievement signified “a lot of sober conversations” and “facing things raw and head-on.” She additionally talked about that she not feels all in favour of partying.

Furthermore, she additionally mirrored on the tough instances she skilled with alcohol. Ari revealed that she had beforehand suffered from “night terrors” and “panic attacks.” However, since getting sober, she’s developed more healthy methods to manage and famous that it feels “nice to remember events as they happen.”

“I like waking up with no hangover or embarrassment. I like waking up with no night terrors and panic attacks from liquor. I’m so raw feeling everything in this world and my coping mechanisms are only healthier now. It’s nice to remember events as they are happening. It’s nice to be present,” Ari said.

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