Why Am I Addicted To My Phone?Why Am I Addicted To My Phone?
The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast
In this Q and A episode Ashley answers the question "Why am I addicted to my phone?". It seems like everyone has a complicated relationship with their phone and its addictive nature. Ashley talks about what is happening in the brain and what you can do to curb your attachment to your device.
23:29•15 Jul 2022
Breaking Free from Phone Addiction: Insights and Solutions
“We use the same skills that we use in addiction recovery, which is, we want to replace the things that are giving us dopamine with new and healthy ways, intentional ways to get dopamine.”
Ever find yourself endlessly scrolling through your phone, wondering why it's so hard to put it down? You're not alone. In this episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', Ashley Loeb Blassingame tackles the all-too-common issue of phone addiction. With her 16 years of sobriety and expertise as a drug and alcohol counselor, Ashley dives into the brain science behind our attachment to our devices.
She explains how our phones are designed to give us quick hits of dopamine, making them incredibly hard to resist. But don't worry, she also shares practical tips on how to break free from this cycle. By swapping out unhealthy habits for more intentional activities that also trigger dopamine, you can regain control over your screen time. If you're ready to take back your time and improve your wellbeing, this episode is a must-listen.
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