The Guilt Of A Party Pooper

But what about GOMO? The Guilt Of Missing Out is a level-up from FOMO. It is an even deeper level of anxiety that we usually experience and man does this one mess with our lives. So how do you know if you are transitioning from FOMO into the fiery pits of GOMO? Here are some major signs:

Sign No. 1: The phone is practically glued to your hands
Is your phone always switched on with the ring tone maxed up? Does it go wherever you go? To the bedroom, living room and even bathroom? Eeeww. Do you feel guilty if you miss out on a friend's message or boss's email in the middle of the night? If the answer is yes then my friend, you are one step away from being an elite GOMO member.

You just came home after a long day's work. You can't wait to ‘lepak’ in front of the TV. But then your friend calls and goes," Hey, join us for some drinks at XXX! We managed to get seats after queueing for 3 hours. You've got to come!". So you drag your feet and half closed eyes to that 'epic' event all the while wishing you could curl up in your nice warm bed.

You're down to your last buck but still opt to join for a vacation with your besties. Why? Because they're ALL going and they've ALL been planning it for AGES, down to the nitty-gritty details of the best and cheapest places to eat and sleep. So how? You beg for money from Ma and Pa to join 'the trip of a lifetime'.

GOMO basically eats you alive. If the anxiety and guilt are not properly managed, it will affect you emotionally, physically and financially. So if you feel like you are spiraling from FOMO to GOMO, then it is truly time for a digital detox. A little time away from social media might just be exactly what you need.