We live in a world where prayer, silence, and stillness feel unbearable — not because we’re lazy, but because we’re addicted. In this eye-opening episode of PSA: The Mental Health Podcast, Izzy is joined by Dr. Patrick Porter, founder of BrainTap and a global authority in neuroscience and cognitive health, to unpack how phone addiction has become the hidden pandemic for men.

They explore why most of us reach for our phones during moments of boredom, stress, or even spiritual practices — and how dopamine dependency, overstimulation, and silence anxiety are quietly robbing us of peace, clarity, and purpose. Dr. Porter breaks down the neuroscience behind addiction to short-form content, explaining how the brain’s reward system has been hijacked by platforms designed to keep us scrolling.

Meanwhile, Izzy shares raw personal reflections on his struggle with constant stimulation and the fear of sitting with his thoughts. Together, they challenge men to choose discipline over dopamine and question who they’re becoming in a world that values reaction over reflection.

From brainwave training to breathwork to the power of presence, this episode offers tools and truths for the man who feels like his mind is always racing — and just wants peace. Dr. Porter also shares insight from his latest book You’re to Die For Life, offering men a roadmap to regain control of their mental and spiritual health before burnout becomes their baseline.

If you’ve ever felt like your phone has more control over your day than your own thoughts — this one’s for you.

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