11: Why You Can't Stop Scrolling (Even When It's Ruining Your Recovery)

Let's be honest: social media right now is toxic as hell, especially if you're in eating disorder recovery. Between Ozempic bodies, heavily filtered transformations, and the spring/summer "get ready" content flooding your feed, it's hard to scroll for five minutes without feeling like garbage. This  episode breaks down the brain science behind why you can't stop looking at triggering content, walks you through a live feed audit to identify what needs to go, and gives you permission to unfollow without guilt. Your mental space isn't free real estate—it's time to protect it.Key Points[00:02:50] Why diet culture goes into overdrive right now[00:04:15] The Ozempic Era[00:06:47] The dopamine cycle[00:08:21] Negativity bias + comparison[00:12:17] A real time social media audit[00:20:42] Dealing with comparison thoughts[00:25:57] The big picture + action steps for after listeningResources MentionedPsychology TodayGet the Brick device - my favorite tool for social media detox!Episode LinksQuick Links for FREE My E-Book + Courses: https://swellmentalhealth.com/quick-linksWebsite: swellmentalhealth.comInstagram: @counselorkate