What happens when you finally stop scrolling long enough to hear your own mind again?

In this episode of Healing Is My Hobby, Jessica steps into the Healing Lab to share the surprising results of her four-day social media reset. What started as a simple break quickly revealed how deeply woven digital habits are into daily life—the impulse to check, the discomfort of stillness, and the quiet comparisons happening beneath the surface. Through intentional pauses and mindful detachment, Jessica discovered clarity, sharper focus, and a calmer nervous system. This experiment didn’t just change her screen time—it reshaped her relationship with herself, her time, and the world around her.

Key Takeaways

• I realized social media doesn't add nearly as much value to my life as I thought.
• The urge to check was intense, especially in the first two days.
• With fewer inputs, my thoughts had room to breathe.
• Emotional discomfort surfaced without the distraction of scrolling.
• I didn't realize how often I compare until the comparison withdrawal.
• Micro pauses helped disrupt my autopilot behavior.
• I feel more productive because my attention is sharper.
• This single shift has radically reduced any anxiety related to social media.
• A short pause is enough to break the cycle of compulsive checking.
• I'm having more ideas and feel more connected to my values.

Chapters

00:00 The Social Media Reset Experiment

02:23 Unpacking Emotional Discomfort

04:10 Finding Connection Beyond the Screen

05:43 Lessons Learned from the Experiment

06:35 NEWCHAPTER

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digital boundaries, emotional wellness, social media, mental health, self-care, emotional intelligence, intentionality, self-protection, healing, mindfulness

Is your phone draining your energy faster than it drains its battery?

In a world where our screens pull at us from the moment we wake up, digital peace isn’t accidental — it’s something we build. In this episode of Healing Is My Hobby, Jessica dives into the art of digital boundaries and why they’re essential for protecting your mental wellness. Through a warm-up, a strength series, and a soothing cool down, she guides you toward a more intentional, grounded relationship with social media. If your nervous system has been whispering enough, this episode is your invitation to listen.

Key Takeaways

• Digital boundaries are essential for protecting your peace.
• Awareness of emotional responses to social media is crucial.
• Setting limits on social media use can enhance self-regulation.
• Curating your social media feed is a form of mental hygiene.
• Taking breaks from social media can help recover from overstimulation.
• Practicing detachment from external validation is important.
• Boundaries should feel restorative, not restrictive.
• Emotional endurance is built through consistent practice of boundary-setting.
• Self-care for your digital life is as important as physical self-care.
• Reflection on boundaries can lead to greater emotional insight.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Digital Boundaries

01:50 Strength Training for Emotional Resilience

04:26 Cool Down and Reflection

06:07 Conclusion and Next Steps

07:01 NEWCHAPTER

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digital boundaries, emotional wellness, social media, mental health, self-care, emotional intelligence, intentionality, self-protection, healing, mindfulness

How much is social media shaping your mood—and how much is it training your brain?

In this episode of Healing is My Hobby, Jessica explores the intricate relationship between social media and mental wellness. She delves into the neuroscience behind scrolling, the impact of comparison culture, cognitive load, and the effects of algorithm-driven anxiety. The conversation highlights the emotional exhaustion caused by constant digital stimulation and offers practical strategies for mindful engagement with social media.

• Social media significantly influences our emotional well-being.
• Dopamine release during scrolling creates a cycle of anticipation.
• Comparison culture can lead to feelings of inadequacy and shame.
• Cognitive load from social media contributes to emotional exhaustion.
• Digital burnout is a real phenomenon affecting many users.
• Social media algorithms prioritize engagement over reality.
• Intense emotional content keeps users engaged longer.
• Overstimulation from social media can lead to anxiety and FOMO.
• Cognitive traps like perfectionism and external validation are common.
• Mindful practices can help mitigate the negative effects of social media.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Social Media and Mental Wellness

01:06 The Neuroscience of Scrolling

04:02 The Impact of Comparison Culture

06:34 Cognitive Load and Decision Fatigue

08:53 Algorithm Anxiety and Its Effects

11:50 Cognitive Traps Activated by Social Media

13:34 Healthy Reframes for Social Media Use

16:09 NEWCHAPTER

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social media, mental wellness, neuroscience, dopamine, comparison culture, cognitive load, burnout, algorithm anxiety, emotional exhaustion, mindfulness