#676 Scarcity Brain - Michael Easter#676 Scarcity Brain - Michael Easter
Mental Illness Happy Hour
Michael Easter discusses cravings, addiction, and mindfulness with Paul Gilmartin on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'.
1:17:29•29 Dec 2023
Michael Easter on Tackling Cravings and Addiction in Today's World
Episode Overview
- Delve into the impact of modern technology on addictive behavior and the scarcity brain mindset
- Explore the complexities of trauma, addiction, and the struggles of navigating mental health challenges
- Understand the three-part behavior loop that perpetuates detrimental behaviors
- Uncover the mindfulness needed to comprehend our intentions and desires
- Shed light on the societal factors contributing to addictive behavior and craving mindsets
“We live in a world where status is literally quantified on apps and the number of friends that you have, the number of likes you get, the amount of people we experience in our life. Well, the nice thing is Instagram puts it all in one, all in one nice little package.”
What drives our relentless need for more? In this engaging episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', Paul Gilmartin chats with Michael Easter, a Professor of Journalism at UNLV, about his book 'Scarcity Brain: Fix Your Craving Mindset and Rewire Your Habits to Thrive with Enough'. Michael dives into the question of why we can't seem to get enough and explores how modern society exploits our cravings.
They discuss the ancient brain's wiring for 'more' and how technology manipulates this tendency, creating a loop of addictive behavior that's hard to break. Michael shares practical tactics for managing these cravings, offering insights into the importance of mindfulness and understanding our intentions. This episode is packed with eye-opening stories and real-life examples that shed light on the complexities of addiction, trauma, and mental health.
Whether you're struggling with cravings or just curious about the psychology behind them, this conversation offers valuable perspectives and practical advice.
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