Episode 14: Social Media Addiction & Screen Time: The Modern Pandemic?

Send us Fan MailHow much of your waking life is spent scrolling? Ever wondered what that's doing to your brain? We've all felt that urge to check our phones first thing in the morning and right before bed, but at what cost?This week, we dive deep into the world of digital dependency, exploring how social media platforms are meticulously designed to keep us hooked through dopamine hits and what psychologists call "limbic resonance." The startling revelation that spending just three hours daily on social media significantly increases mental health risks had us questioning our own habits – especially since the average person spends 5-7 hours on their phone each day.The pandemic transformed our relationship with screens, with opticians now reporting unprecedented vision problems in children. We tackle the uncomfortable question of whether tablets belong in classrooms and share a powerful thought: "When you want your child's childhood to end, give them a phone." Our honest conversation about parenting in the digital age explores the impossible balance between keeping children connected socially while protecting their development.We also discuss the concept of digital detoxing – could you go a full week without your devices? The surprising anxiety this question triggers reveals just how dependent we've become. Between Michael's camping adventures (which aren't quite the digital detox he claims) and trying to limit our new found TikTok obsession, we offer practical insights on reclaiming control over your screen time.Whether you're concerned about your own digital habits or trying to navigate parenting in an increasingly connected world, this one's for you! Give it a listen, and maybe consider putting your phone down afterward – even if just for an hour.Please LIKE, SHARE, FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE to The Best Men Podcast on all our channels:InstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcasts You can also write into us with your stories, comments and suggestions to: [email protected]