Breaking the Social Media Addiction: How to Regain Control & Improve Mental Health

The Elevated Edit

Welcome back to The Elevated Edit Podcast with your host, Blaklee Ramsey. In this episode, we dive into a topic that many of us struggle with: social media overconsumption. Blaklee opens up about her personal experiences with the double-edged sword that is social media – how it’s helped her make valuable connections but has also contributed to some of her darkest moments. We discuss the science behind social media addiction, including the infamous dopamine loop that keeps us hooked, and how overconsumption can negatively impact both mental and physical health.

You'll learn:

• The addictive nature of social media and how platforms like TikTok capitalize on the dopamine loop.
• The link between excessive social media use and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and loneliness.
• Physical health risks like poor posture, eye strain, and disrupted sleep patterns caused by excessive screen time.
• How to identify if you're over-consuming social media through increased screen time, negative emotional responses, and more.

In this episode, you'll also find actionable steps to build a healthier relationship with social media:

• Digital detox tips: How to start small and scale your efforts to reduce screen time.
• Mindful consumption: Curating your social feeds to focus on positive, uplifting content.
• Offline activities: Ideas for reconnecting with the real world through hobbies, spending time with loved ones, and more.

Remember, it’s not about eliminating social media from your life entirely – it’s about finding the right balance and using it to enhance, rather than detract from, your well-being.

Resources Mentioned:

• Study from Computers in Human Behavior on social media addiction and dopamine
• Tools for improving sleep patterns and limiting screen time

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