Paige's Perspective: Social Media Is Loud, But You Don’t Have to Be Lost in ItPaige's Perspective: Social Media Is Loud, But You Don’t Have to Be Lost in It
Till The Wheels Fall Off
Paige Robinson discusses the impact of social media on mental health and shares her journey of stepping back to reconnect with her true self.
15:37•4 Apr 2025
Paige's Take on Social Media: Finding Yourself Beyond the Scroll
Episode Overview
- Social media can overwhelm our nervous systems and create low-agency behaviour.
- Taking a step back from social media can improve mental clarity and reduce anxiety.
- Unhealthy habits are often normalised by social media.
- Self-care and mindfulness are crucial for reconnecting with reality.
- Living authentically involves reducing screen time and focusing on the present.
“Normal should terrify you. Living a brain-healthy lifestyle isn’t normal. I'm not normal and never want to be.”
Paige Robinson takes the mic in this episode of 'Till The Wheels Fall Off' to share her thoughts on the overwhelming impact of social media. Paige gets candid about how constant screen time can mess with our minds, bodies, and overall sense of reality. Inspired by a striking quote, she reflects on how social media can create low-agency behaviour and make us feel disconnected from our true selves.
Paige's own journey of stepping back from the digital noise offers a fresh perspective on reclaiming our mental health and well-being. She shares personal anecdotes about how reducing screen time has improved her life, including better mental clarity, reduced anxiety, and a stronger connection to the present moment. Paige also challenges the normalisation of unhealthy habits perpetuated by social media and encourages listeners to get back to basics and focus on self-care.
This episode is a wake-up call for anyone feeling lost in the scroll, offering practical advice on how to take control of your digital consumption and reconnect with what's truly important. Ready to unplug and find your balance? Tune in to hear Paige's honest and relatable take on living authentically in a hyper-connected world.
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