Taron Egerton Stepping Away From 'Addictive' Social Media After Feeling 'Removed from Myself'

In an Instagram statement Thursday, Taron Egerton announced he'd be stepping away from "addictive" social platforms for the time being -- explaining the break comes after feeling "removed from myself."

"I'm not sure why I'm making a big declaration about it; I just think it’s hard to break away from a cycle that I've grown to find a bit addictive and this is me making a commitment to myself," the 33-year-old actor wrote.

In a lengthy explanation, the Rocketman star shared how social media has impeded his relationships and work, affecting his "ability to sit and be present."

"I've gotten myself into a place where I spend too much time scrolling and I actually feel like my ability to sit and be present and read books and watch movies and even seek out the company of people I love is eroding as a result," the Kingsman actor explained.

"I feel a bit removed from myself. And with regards to work, I know I am capable of more and IG [Instagram] is one of several impediments to getting me there," he shared.

"Thanks everyone for saying such nice things all the time; I so appreciate it but I just need to not read the thoughts of strangers for a while; I'm really not sure this stuff is very good for any of us. ❤️," he concluded.

The British actor added in the caption, “Have a great rest of your year everyone. And if you're anything like me remember to leave your f---ing phone in the other room a bit more often. 🙄Love, T x ❤️."

Before his break, Egerton was sharing photos from the Glastonbury music festival -- celebrating Sir Elton John for "winning" the weekend.

"There aren’t really words to describe how good that was," he wrote in the Instagram post. "The Rocketman did it again. ❤️ 🚀"