Episode #6 of the DIS/CONNECTED is here after a brief 1-week-break due to many many exciting episodes that have to be prepared!
In this episode of the DIS/CONNECTED Podcast, Lucia Ryan and guest Emmy Laybourne explore phone addiction.
Emmy shares her journey to overcome it with her self-made program called "Fight Your Phone" , focusing on digital detox and real-world engagement.
They discuss the psychological effects of phone use and the need for tech boundaries. Tune in for insights on reclaiming digital control.
Please check the link below to fight your phone, if you need to : https://www.fightyourphone.com
Episode chapter overview:
00:00 Introduction to Phone Addiction
02:54 The Journey of Recovery: Analog April
05:59 The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
08:48 The Default Mode Network and Creativity
11:28 The Role of Phones in Modern Life
14:34 Understanding Youth and Phone Addiction
17:16 The Importance of Leading by Example
20:01 The Fight Against Big Tech
23:12 Consciousness and Energy Drain from Phones
31:31 The Challenge of Face-to-Face Interactions
33:48 The Impact of Text Communication
37:09 Navigating Messaging and Real-Life Connections
40:44 Understanding Emotions in the Digital Age
45:20 Striking a Balance with Technology
51:15 The Search for Distraction in a Chaotic World
56:58 Finding Hope Amidst Negativity
