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EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 50 MIN

How Do You Stop Yourself From Doomscrolling?

from Digitally Immune · host Nicole and Maria

In this video we explain the concept of Getting Leverage, and how it is one of the most crucial steps in creating long lasting change on your journey to become free from the grip of addictive platforms.We share real life stories and go deep into what actually makes someone shift from “I should change” to “I must change.”We also narrow down on the painful leverage you can use to finally stop yourself from doomscrolling.This video builds on the concepts shared in the previous episode about the 6 Human Needs that drive digital behavior. If you have not watched it yet, we highly recommend starting there so you can clearly understand what is fueling your habits before trying to change them: Why Am I Addicted To My Screen? (And How To Fix It Long-Term) Our goal is simple:To help you use technology consciously, instead of letting it use you.⏱️ Guide00:00 Intro01:13 Moving from “should” to “must”02:20 Recap of the 6 Human Needs & what makes a habit addictive04:55 The story of the woman from New York06:32 Annie’s story & the need for love and connection07:48 What Getting Leverage really means09:15 Smoking fueled by the need for certainty11:42 Maria’s leverage against doomscrolling19:39 Why doomscrolling affects more women than men22:25 Maria’s diary entry: a raw leverage moment35:08 Channeling pain instead of escaping it35:48 The second morning after doomscrolling & the “it’s not that bad” voice38:16 The London Blitz & living in constant alarm44:25 The missing safety spaces in our homes46:44 The exercise to find your leverageWho we are:We’re Maria & Nicole, partners in this mission.One of us was deep in addiction. The other helped decode it.Now we help ambitious people stop bleeding their potential into a screen, so they can build the businesses and the lives they dream about.If any of this stings even a little bit, hit play. And if you like hanging out with us, subscribe.Your time is precious. Thank you for giving us a slice of it. We hope that through this time investment you made with us, you’ll gain countless hours of your life back.And as always..Use technology. Don’t let it use you.🗞️ Join our newsletter: https://www.digitallyimmune.com/newsletter📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/digitallyimmune📧 Reach out: [email protected]#digitallyimmune #phoneaddiction #doomscrolling #digitaladdiction #focus

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