Social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, and we often spend hours scrolling through different apps. But what happens when someone decides not to indulge in social media for entertainment? This is precisely what Hailie Deegan has decided to do.

In a recent appearance in the video podcast, Unleashed, Deegan made heads turn when she spoke about how she’s “getting older and into the more business side of the world.” She said that she doesn’t spend her time on social media apps anymore for entertainment purposes.

Hailie Deegan does not like to scroll through other people’s stuff

Talking more on the subject of social media consumption, Deegan said, “I don’t go on TikTok for fun. I keep it, like, mostly straight, like pretty much of what I need to do on there. And I’m like, I don’t want to go on TikTok or Instagram. I really don’t feel like it. […] I use it obviously as a platform to kind of show my life. But I really don’t care to, like, scroll through other people’s stuff.”

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The Truck Series driver’s words may come as a surprise to many, given that she is a young athlete in a world where social media is all-pervasive. Additionally, apps such as TikTok, which has a brand value of USD 66 Billion as per statista.com, are essential tools for building one’s brand and engaging with fans.

However, Hailie is not one to follow the crowd. She has always been her own person and has never been afraid to speak her mind.

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Hailie Deegan makes her own decisions, including raising awareness

During the recent Truck Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Hailie Deegan and NASCAR celebrated Women’s History Month by revealing an all-new blue paint scheme for her #13 truck. The words “Women’s History Month” were etched all over the truck. She also had the names of all women with NASCAR hard cards, which are season-long credentials, on her truck. This goes to show that Deegan believes in using her platform to raise awareness and bring attention to important social issues.

Hailie Deegan’s 12th-place finish in Atlanta was her best in her first season under ThorSport Racing. The 21-year-old is currently 21st in the Truck Series standings. It goes to show that her refusal to use social media for fun is a reminder that social media can be a useful tool, but it’s important to use it with restraint. Hailie’s focus on the business side of things and her commitment to using her platform to raise awareness for important social issues are truly inspiring.

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