Season 6 Episode 18 "Why People Doom Scroll and Why It’s Hurting Your Mental Health"

Episode 18 • June 23, 2025 • 00:11:14
Season 6 Episode 18  "Why People Doom Scroll  and Why It’s Hurting Your Mental Health"
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Season 6 Episode 18 "Why People Doom Scroll and Why It’s Hurting Your Mental Health"

Jun 23 2025 | 00:11:14

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Show Notes

Are you constantly checking TikTok for “BREAKING NEWS” updates? Do you catch yourself spiraling through tragic headlines before bed or first thing in the morning?

This episode dives deep into:
Why we doom scroll (hint: it’s wired into our brains)
How constant news consumption fuels anxiety and hopelessness
The psychological impact of fast-paced news on apps like TikTok
Real strategies to protect your peace without disconnecting from the world

Listen in and learn how to set healthy boundaries with social media, reclaim your focus, and care for your nervous system in a world that never stops scrolling.

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