Why I Don’t Use TikTok, X, (And Rarely Post on Instagram)

 

I don’t use TikTok, or X, and I rarely post on Instagram—and that’s a deliberate choice, not an oversight.

I do still spend time on Facebook, mainly through my David Wilson Out and About page. It’s a space that feels more natural for what I do—somewhere I can keep followers and YouTube subscribers up to date and give a bit of insight into what’s happening behind the scenes. It’s less about quick hits and more about staying connected in a steady, genuine way.

As a YouTuber, I create long-form content. Not because it’s trendy or strategically optimal, but because it aligns with the kind of life I live and the message I want to share. My videos are rooted in my hobbies—things that support my physical and mental well-being. They aren’t designed to grab attention in seconds; they’re meant to unfold over time, the way real experiences do.

Short-form platforms thrive on immediacy. Quick cuts, rapid pacing, instant gratification. There’s nothing inherently wrong with that, but it doesn’t suit what I’m trying to do. The kind of fulfilment I’ve found in my pursuits—whether it’s staying active, maintaining mental clarity, or simply enjoying the process of improvement—can’t be meaningfully conveyed in a single photo or a one-minute reel. Those formats capture flashes. I’m interested in depth.

I’m also not driven by self-promotion. I’m not trying to build a highlight reel of my life or chase visibility for its own sake. What I want is to show that even as we get older, we don’t have to slow down in the ways that matter. We can still challenge ourselves, still learn, still grow, still find joy in movement and discipline. But that message requires context. It requires time. It requires honesty about the process, not just the outcome.

There’s a certain irony in trying to encourage people to slow down… on platforms built for speed. Endless scrolling, constant stimulation, content consumed and forgotten within seconds. That environment makes it difficult to communicate anything that asks for patience or reflection.

So I’ve chosen a different path.

I make content for people who are willing to pause. People who don’t mind spending ten, twenty, or thirty minutes engaging with an idea, a routine, or a mindset. People who are looking not just to be entertained, but to be encouraged—to maybe take a step back from the noise and reconnect with something more deliberate.

Slowing down isn’t always easy in a world that rewards speed. But it’s often where the most meaningful changes happen.

And that’s the space I want my content to live in.

I’ve refined that paragraph to sound more natural, personal, and in line with your overall message.

If you want it to lean even more conversational (closer to how you speak in your videos), I can tweak it further.