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Leisure time onboard is precious for seafarers, as their work can be demanding and stressful. Engaging in meaningful activities, hobbies, or simply relaxing can be more rewarding and rejuvenating than scrolling through social media. Disconnecting from social media enables them to fully enjoy and make the most of their free time.

Habits can change our lives either positively or negatively. Of course, it depends on us what influence we want habits to have on our lives.

The inability to concentrate on the task at hand is one of the maladies of our time. Multitasking and social media can cause distractions during work onboard. However, for safety reasons, crew members should avoid distractions and improve their focus and productivity.

In a time of crisis, as facts and rumors mix and disperse, it becomes difficult to learn essential information about an issue; and when we are talking about a pandemic, credible information is of vital importance. However, while adequate information can boost seafarers’ sense of belonging, misinformation through social media can add to their already increased stress.

A healthy cyber usage lifestyle includes limits on daily screen time to make sure that usage doesn’t get in the way of sleep and activities that are good for seafarer’s overall wellbeing.

Internet is a vital component for every seafarer, in order to make their time onboard ship more enjoyable. Communication with family and friends, podcasts, and entertaining videos, are only some of the actions internet provides to crew. However, while being online, all individuals must advocate positive behavior. This means to stand up for peers online, report cases of cyber bullying, and watch out what they post in social media.

The International Maritime Health Journal released a report focusing on seafarers' mental wellbeing and the effect of daily social media exposure on anxiety and depression disorders.

Internet onboard ships has been the single biggest game changer for seafarers around the world. However, it requires a clear understanding of positive and constructive behaviour and awareness to protect oneself online.

In line with its cyber security series, the MPA Singapore published a new infographic focusing on the importance of securing social media and using them safely.

The problem of ensuring the safety and health of seafarers has been for many years a great matter of concern to governments, ship owners and seafarers. Despite the progress that has been made in this field over the years, seafaring remains a risky occupation. But how about the social life of seafarers? Does it have any connection with their safety? And if so, what can be done to ensure a continuous safe environment?