do you need a digital detox? maybe. but what about a phone that doesn't give you so much anxiety in the first place? in this episode, i give my wellness tips to deal with anxiety in the chaotic world of the internet.

if you're dealing with social media addiction, internet addiction, or just want to scroll less, you'd be surprised about all of the small changes to your devices that can improve both mental health and productivity.

sources:

find a therapist (US): psychologytoday.com

online searches fuel health anxiety: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0747563222002060

mental health strategies for news consumption:

https://www.cnbc.com/2023/10/13/tips-for-following-the-news-while-taking-care-of-your-mental-health.html

easily call your representative about Gaza (US):

https://www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org/resource/urgent-tell-congress-to-stop-fueling-violence/

alternative to luxury noise cancelling headphones that works better imo: (these are not affiliate links)

earbuds: https://www.walmart.com/ip/127873789

note: the connected/disconnected indicator is pretty loud. i just don't put them in my ears until they are already connected and take them out before i disconnect

earmuffs: https://www.walmart.com/ip/GUCHO-34-dB-NRR-Noise-Reduction-Safety-Shooting-Ear-Muffs-Hearing-Protection-Ear-Muffs-Shooting-Range-Ear-Protection-for-Hunting-Mowing/5091790598?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=101066481

sensory overload, anxiety and other neurodivergence:

https://www.webmd.com/balance/what-is-sensory-overload-with-anxiety

peep the discord:

https://discord.com/invite/gzdgqbMVkC