Testimonials

Few testimonials across the globe about how beyond swipe has affected their lives

Sarah Jane

Sarah Jane

High School Student, United kingdom

As a 17 year old, I've grown up surrounded by social media and technology. While these tools keep me connected, I've noticed how some platforms don't always make me feel great about myself or my relationships. BeyondSwipe has been an awesome way for me to take control of how I interact online.
Wumi Adeleke

Wumi Adeleke

High School Student, Ondo, Nigeria

I was able to measure my social media usage to be excessive with the social media evaluation test but now i have learnt to master the use of social media.
Dr Akinwumi Akinnuoye

Dr Akinwumi Akinnuoye

Chief Medical Director, Akure, Nigeria

I am proud of the work that Beyond swipe is doing to improve the lives of young adolescents in Nigeria. I believe that social media can be enhanced for a better use and not time stealing tool.
Esther Eyitayo

Esther Eyitayo

High School Student, Nigeria

Their research-backed challenges helped me reflect on my motivations and habits when using sites like Instagram or Snapchat. I realized how much time I was mindlessly scrolling to avoid bigger stresses. BeyondSwipe gave me easy, practical tips to be more intentional about when and how I engage with friends online versus in-person.
Daniel Thompson

Daniel Thompson

High School Student, USA

I have severe social anxiety and I depend on social media as an escape. After doing the Social Media Wellness Test, I've noticed I feel less anxious and distracted. BeyondSwipe taught me social media doesn't have to control my life - I get to shape my experiences with it on my terms. I'd tell any teen who feels overwhelmed by technology to try out BeyondSwipe's self-discovery challenges. It's worked wonders for me!
Mrs. E.O. Adewale

Mrs. E.O. Adewale

School Prinicipal, St Louis High School, Ondo

"BeyondSwipe.com's Healthy Social Media Use Curriculum has been a game-changer for our school community. As administrators, we sought a comprehensive solution to address the evolving challenges of social media, and BeyondSwipe.com delivered beyond our expectations. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed, covering essential topics like digital citizenship and online etiquette in an engaging manner.
Dr. Amelia Rodriguez

Dr. Amelia Rodriguez

School Principal, Miami, USA

As a principal, I see the impact of social media on students' well-being. Beyond Swipe is a valuable resource for our school community. Toyosi's program offers a practical approach for teens to develop healthy tech habits. It complements our school's social-emotional learning curriculum perfectly. I highly recommend Beyond Swipe to any school looking to empower students for a balanced digital life."
Mrs. Amina Diallo

Mrs. Amina Diallo

Guidance Counselor, Senegal

Social media pressures can be overwhelming for teens. Beyond Swipe is a breath of fresh air! Beyond Swipes's program provides a safe space for students to explore their anxieties and develop coping mechanisms. The book approach is easy to follow, and the resources are fantastic. I recommend Beyond Swipe to any counselor looking to support teens in their digital wellness journey
Mr. Kelvin Rohib

Mr. Kelvin Rohib

Math Teacher, Ghana

Teenagers and distractions in class - a classic struggle! Beyond Swipe is a helpful tool. Toyosi's program promotes focus and concentration, which translates to better engagement in the classroom. The program is engaging for students, and the emphasis on self-love creates a more positive learning environment. Thank you, Toyosi!
Dr. Abena Adu

Dr. Abena Adu

Pediatrician, Ghana

As a pediatrician, I see the negative effects of excessive screen time on teens' sleep and mental health. Beyond Swipe is a program I wholeheartedly recommend! Toyosi's program empowers teens to take control of their digital habits and prioritize their well-being. The curriculum is informative, and the focus on building healthy relationships aligns with a holistic approach to teen health.
Bella Jones

Bella Jones

Student, London, UK

Beyond Swipe is amazing! Social media drama was stressing me out. This program helped me focus on my studies and build real friendships. The program is easy to follow, and the supportive community aspect is fantastic! I feel more confident and less overwhelmed now. Thank you, Beyond Swipe.
David Adeola

David Adeola

Student Council President, Ekiti, Nigeria

Beyond Swipe is a game-changer! Social media could be a major distraction for student leaders. Toyosi's program helped me manage my time effectively and focus on leading my council. The program is well-structured, and the resources are valuable for student leaders. Beyond Swipe empowers me to be a more present and effective leader.
Aisha Mohammed

Aisha Mohammed

Art Teacher, Kenya

Beyond Swipe is a breath of fresh air! Social media comparisons were stifling my students' creativity. This program helped them rediscover the joy of creating art for themselves, not for likes. The program is engaging and inspires students to explore their own unique styles. The online store builder even allows them to showcase their work directly to a wider audience! Beyond Swipe is a gift for budding artists.
Papa Cherno Diallo

Papa Cherno Diallo

Youth Soccer Coach, Senegal

Beyond Swipe is a lifesaver! Social media was distracting my players from focusing on their skills. This program has helped them prioritize practice and teamwork. The program is fun and interactive, keeping them engaged. The emphasis on building strong relationships strengthens the team spirit on and off the field. Beyond Swipe is a win for our entire team!
Dr. Emeka Okafor

Dr. Emeka Okafor

child psychologist, Nigeria

As a child psychologist, I see the impact of social media on young minds. Beyond Swipe is a fantastic resource for parents and educators! Toyosi's program offers a practical approach to guide young people towards healthy digital habits. The program is easy to understand for both adults and children, and the resources are fantastic. Beyond Swipe empowers families to navigate the digital world together.
Themba Msimanga

Themba Msimanga

Community Outreach Worker, South Africa

Beyond Swipe is a powerful book! Social media isolation can be a challenge in our communities. Toyosi Olola's program program encourages teens to connect with each other in real life. The program aligns perfectly with our community outreach initiatives, promoting social engagement and positive youth development. Beyond Swipe empowers them to build a brighter future together!
Fatima Mahmoud

Fatima Mahmoud

Student, Morocco

Beyond Swipe is amazing! Social media comparisons were making me insecure about my studies. Toyosi's program helped me focus on my goals and celebrate my achievements. The program is relatable for students, and the supportive community aspect is fantastic! I feel more empowered and motivated now. Thank you, Miss Toyosi!
Emmanual Osei

Emmanual Osei

tutor, Anambra, Nigeria

Beyond Swipe is a game-changer! Social media could be a major time-suck for my coding students. Toyosi's program helped them prioritize learning and focus on building their coding skills. The program is engaging and interactive, making learning fun. The emphasis on problem-solving aligns perfectly with coding skills, and the supportive community aspect fosters collaboration among students. Beyond Swipe is a win for the future coders of Africa!
Aisha Toure

Aisha Toure

Young Entrepreneur, South Africa

Beyond Swipe is a game-changer! Social media could be a distraction from managing my business. I have been able to prioritize my business goals and develop effective marketing strategies. The program is inspiring and provides practical tips for young entrepreneurs. The online store builder is a fantastic tool for showcasing my products and reaching new customers! Beyond Swipe empowers me to achieve my entrepreneurial dreams.
Funke Adeola

Funke Adeola

Student, Lagos Nigeria

Exams were stressing me out, and social media wasn't helping! Beyond Swipe is a lifesaver. Toyosi's program helped me create a study schedule and focus on what truly matters. The PDF guide is packed with useful tips, and the online store builder is a bonus! Now I feel more prepared and less overwhelmed. Thank you
Bolaji Johnson

Bolaji Johnson

Debate Team Member (Student), Ondo, Nigeria

Beyond Swipe is amazing! Social media distractions were affecting my debate performance. Toyosi's program helped me develop research skills and focus on building strong arguments. The program provides practical tips for public speaking, and the supportive community aspect allows us to practice debate techniques with each other. Beyond Swipe is a win for future leaders with strong communication skills!"
Ngozi Iheanacho

Ngozi Iheanacho

Student, Anambra, Nigeria

Social media could be a time-suck, distracting me from learning to code. Beyond Swipe is a game-changer! I can now prioritize coding practice and focus on building my skills. The program is interactive and makes learning fun. The emphasis on problem-solving aligns perfectly with coding, and the supportive community keeps me motivated. Beyond Swipe is a win for aspiring coders like me!
Sarah Miller

Sarah Miller

High School Student, Seattle, Washington

"Beyond Swipe is a lifesaver! Social media drama was affecting my sleep and focus. Toyosi's program helped me create healthy boundaries and prioritize my mental health. It's easy to follow, and the guided meditations are amazing! Now I feel more rested and present in class. Thank you, Beyond Swipe!"
David Hernandez

David Hernandez

Student, Austin, Texas

Beyond Swipe is a game-changer! Social media could be a major distraction, especially during finals season. Toyosi's program helped me create a study schedule and manage my screen time. The program is engaging, and the resources are fantastic. I finally feel like I'm in control of my phone habits and can focus on my academic goals! Beyond Swipe is a must-have for any student.
Michael Lee

Michael Lee

High School Student, Boston, Massachusetts

Beyond Swipe is a breath of fresh air! Social media overload was making me feel overwhelmed and isolated. Toyosi's program encouraged me to connect with friends in real life and embrace mindfulness. The program is inspiring and offers practical tips for healthy phone use. Now, I spend more time face-to-face with friends and feel less stressed. Beyond Swipe is a win for real-life connections!
Sasha

Sasha

Student, Nigeria

Before Beyond Swipe, I was an absolute zombie when it came to scrolling Instagram for hours on end. The book's character stories were too relatable - I finally understood how my mindless social media habits were impacting my mental health and relationships. Now I schedule digital detox days and have so much more energy for sports and hanging with real friends
David

David

Student, France

As someone who always felt the need to post the perfect selfie and life highlights on social media, Beyond Swipe was a wake-up call. The book helped me realize how unhealthy that constant need for validation had become. I've learned to be more present, less filtered, and value my true self over cheap likes.
Mia

Mia

Student, Canada

My parents were constantly nagging me about my excessive gaming and social media use. But Beyond Swipe finally made me get it in a way that didn't seem like another lecture. The relatable stories and step-by-step guides showed me how to set boundaries myself and be intentional about my digital life.
Lucas

Lucas

Student, Ghana

"I'll be honest, I was a total skeptic when my teacher recommended Beyond Swipe. But once I started reading the narrative journey, I couldn't put it down. It was like the book could read my own mind about the weird obsession I had with checking social media all the time. Now I've got a plan to fight that urge."
Fatima

Fatima

Student, Egypt

Social media was my biggest distraction from studying and staying on top of my schoolwork. Beyond Swipe's tips about scheduling phone breaks, turning off notifications, and finding new offline hobbies have been game-changers for my productivity. My grades have never been better
Trina

Trina

Student, Singapore

"I always felt so anxious about posting the right photos and captions to impress people online. Beyond Swipe made me realize how unhealthy that was and how to separate my self-worth from virtual validation. Now I'm more confident being my real self offline."
Ansar

Ansar

Student, Kenya

Thanks to Beyond Swipe, my entire friend group has a new outlook on social media. We used to spend every hangout attached to our phones, but now we have accountability agreements and way more actual quality time together thanks to the book's guidance.
Layla

Layla

Layl

The storytelling style of Beyond Swipe is what first hooked me. I could totally see myself in the characters getting sucked into the endless scroll. But then the book provided realistic strategies, not just nagging, to help me establish boundaries around apps like TikTok.
Lam

Lam

Student, Singapore

As someone who play games a lot online, Beyond Swipe opened my eyes to healthier ways to approach multiplayer communities without sacrificing my whole real life to them. The self-help tips were easy to follow and fit my lifestyle rather than demanding I quit altogether
Eva

Eva

Student, Sweden

I've struggled with body image issues caused by filtering myself into oblivion on social media. Beyond Swipe's narrative showing how edited online life contributes to those struggles really resonated with me. I've learned so much about self-acceptance rather than chasing unrealistic virtual perfection.
Emma

Emma

Student, United Kingdom

"I used to be so obsessed with Instagram and TikTok that I'd lose hours of my day just mindlessly scrolling. Beyond Swipe totally opened my eyes to how I was wasting my life and gave me ways to actually control my habits. The character journeys in the book made so much sense to me. Now I've got scheduled digital detoxes and SO much more free time for soccer, art, and just hanging with my friends IRL again
Jayden

Jayden

Student, United States

For real, Beyond Swipe kinda saved my life. I was addicted to social media to the point of depression and crazy anxiety over my posts and follows. This book broke it down in a way I could finally understand what was happening to my mental health. The tips for building a support squad and replacing screen time with meaningful activities have helped me find myself again.
Jui

Jui

Student, Singapore

At first I thought Beyond Swipe was going to be another lame adult lecture about giving up our phones. But the cool story format and relatable characters showed they actually get how social media is such a struggle for kids my age. The guidebook made me realize that it's okay to still be on apps sometimes, but in a more balanced, mindful way. I've learned so much about spotting my triggers.
Nuna

Nuna

Student, Brazil

In my friend circle, we were all completely hooked on social media game lives, constantly trying to one-up each other with our 'lives' online. Beyond Swipe made us have so many important conversations about what really matters. The book's practical strategies have helped us cut way back while still allowing game time, just not at the cost of our real human bonds
Ashwar Karudapuram

Ashwar Karudapuram

Student, India

As a school counselor in India, I've seen firsthand the negative impacts of social media addiction on our students. 'Beyond Swipe' has been a gamechanger - providing realistic strategies that resonate with them in a non-judgmental way. The stigma around this issue has diminished thanks to the book's relatable approach
Juma

Juma

Student, Kenya

In our rural village in Kenya, accessibility to mental health resources is extremely limited. 'Beyond Swipe' and the online materials have been a lifeline, offering culturally-sensitive guidance to our youth struggling with excessive social media use and its effects. The practical tips have helped entire families.
Gabriela Morale

Gabriela Morale

Parent, Mexico

When my teenage son's grades began slipping due to social media distractions, I was at a loss until I found 'Beyond Swipe.' The book's storytelling format hooked my son instantly, and the step-by-step guidance has helped him get back on track academically and socially. An invaluable resource!
Dr. Ajiboye

Dr. Ajiboye

Parent, Nigeria

Social media addiction is the modern epidemic sweeping across Africa. 'Beyond Swipe' is the first program I've seen that provides multi-generational solutions - equipping youth, parents, and educators with tools for change. Our mental health therapy practice is recommending it universally.