Oneitis

reak the social-media loop and make room for real connection

Oneitis is more than a crush. It is an intense fixation on one person, fuelled by the internet. You refresh their Instagram stories, scroll their photos, scan their “Last seen” status, over-analyse every emoji, and feel a spike of hope or a crash of disappointment each time a notification pings. While you monitor their online presence, your own goals, friends and peace of mind slip into the background.

Signs your online focus has turned into oneitis
• Checking their profiles, stories or status updates many times a day
• Waiting for replies and feeling restless when none arrive
• Rereading old messages, hunting for hidden meanings
• Feeling empty if they do not post, then brief highs when they do
• Comparing yourself to people who comment on or like their posts
• Letting work, study or hobbies slide while you track their activity
• Dreaming or daydreaming about a future together and ignoring red flags
• Feeling jealous of anyone who engages with them online or offline
• Friends notice all you talk about is this one person

Why it happens
Oneitis often grows from loneliness, low self-esteem or the belief that love is scarce. Social media magnifies it by serving constant updates and curated images that look perfect. Each new post feels like a promise, yet reality rarely matches the fantasy. Over time the obsession drains confidence, mood and motivation.

How solution-focused hypnotherapy helps
At DNA Hypnotherapy we work with the subconscious patterns that keep you stuck in profile checking, wishful thinking and emotional swings. Sessions help you:

• Quiet the mental loop driving compulsive scrolling
• Strengthen self-worth so your value is not tied to one person’s attention
• Shift focus back to your own interests, friendships and goals
• Reduce anxiety around notifications and social-media triggers
• Build a mindset of abundance where healthy, mutual connections feel possible

If an online attachment is consuming your thoughts and time, you do not have to stay trapped. Get in touch to find out how hypnotherapy can help you step back, regain balance and create space for genuine, fulfilling relationships.