Episode 255: Episode 249: Algorithms, AI, and Addiction to Social MediaEpisode 255: Episode 249: Algorithms, AI, and Addiction to Social Media
Recovery Rocks
Tawny and Lisa talk about boundaries with social media, taking breaks from it, and being mindful ...
24:39•6 Dec 2024
Breaking Free from Social Media Addiction: Tips from Recovery Rocks
Episode Overview
- Set boundaries with social media to avoid addiction.
- Consider taking breaks from digital platforms.
- Evaluate the pros and cons of your social media use.
- Engage with platforms that genuinely make you happy.
- Explore analog activities like listening to vinyl records.
“"Algorithms are why conspiracy theories are mainstream news now."”
Ever felt like social media has you hooked? In this episode of Recovery Rocks, co-hosts Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara dive into the tricky topic of social media addiction. They explore how platforms designed to connect us have turned into dopamine-driven traps, thanks to clever algorithms. Tawny shares her experience of 'quiet-quitting' social media, scaling back her usage and deleting apps from her phone. Meanwhile, Lisa limits her time to a mere five minutes a day.
They discuss the toxic impact of algorithms and disinformation, highlighting how these digital traps keep us scrolling endlessly. The duo also suggests taking a 'social media inventory' - weighing the pros and cons of each platform and choosing those that truly bring joy. The episode wraps up with a 'Music Minute', where they talk about the joys of vinyl records and analog experiences as a refreshing break from digital overload.
This chat is a must-listen for anyone looking to reclaim their time and mental space from the clutches of social media.
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