So James, since you think you are very critical of yourself for having these behaviors, it is important to make steps to reduce and eliminate your dependence on social media gratification. And HOW you do this is extremely important.

You need to cut out twitter from your life, at least for a period of time where you can recover and heal. The important thing is that you don’t think of this as a punishment for using the service poorly, but as a positive cleansing of your soul of negativity caused by the social media. You need to tell yourself and truly believe that you can kick this habit of self-criticism. It won’t be easy, but it is much easier if you walk into this transition saying “I believe I can change for the better” rather than “I have to change for the better, or else…”

Best way to avoid self-criticism is to cut literally all the strings. Cut every tie your actions have to some event, person, place and just be where you are. You’re not doing anything wrong, just be. And when you start tying where you are to the things you’re letting go of, gently and calmly bring your focus back. Do not punish yourself for thinking about things you should be letting go. It takes time, but you must have compassion for yourself.

I hope this helps you James.