Johan
Johan
Stop Anticipating Those Infamous Push Notifications
Stop Anticipating Those Infamous Push Notifications
Stop Anticipating Those Infamous Push Notifications
Friday 7th August 2020
Discover why push notifications are addictive and learn tips from Johan on 'SocialMediaBreakup' to regain control of your phone habits.
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Get the buttons here!Why Push Notifications Feel Like Slot Machines: Mastering Your Phone Habits
A lot of times, when we receive a notification, it's not really important. Many of those notifications are not really worth our time, and that's why you want to disable the notifications, because if they are enabled, then it's all about those intermittent rewards as well.
Ever wondered why those little red dots and pings from your phone are so hard to ignore? In this episode of 'SocialMediaBreakup', Johan dives into the addictive nature of push notifications and how they mess with our minds. Think of them like slot machines – unpredictable and thrilling, keeping us hooked for that next 'reward'. Johan breaks down the science behind it, explaining how dopamine kicks in when we anticipate those intermittent rewards.
But don't worry, he's not just here to scare you. Johan offers practical tips to take back control of your phone habits. From muting unnecessary notifications to setting boundaries for screen time, you'll learn how to use your smartphone more mindfully and efficiently. If you're tired of being at the mercy of your phone's constant demands, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and discover how small changes can make a big difference in reclaiming your focus and time.