Stop Scrolling: Big Tech Is Making You Anxious and Depressed

What happens to our minds when our every move, look, and word is tracked by the algorithms dictating our daily lives? And how can a generation caught in an endless dopamine loop break free from the invisible grip of social media addiction? In this episode, Antony sits down with Aviral Tomar for a candid conversation about the reality of social media addiction, mental health, and the hidden mechanics of big tech. Aviral, who successfully escaped his own severe screen addiction to build a thriving digital business, shares how his firsthand experiences exposed the aggressive strategies platforms use to trap and monetize user attention. Together, Antony and Aviral explore how the search for fulfillment has been distorted by modern pop culture and digital materialism. While both acknowledge the damaging effects that constant comparison and endless scrolling have on anxiety and self-worth, they also discuss the complex reality of content creation. The conversation moves beyond surface-level criticisms into a practical, human-centric blueprint for reclaiming your life. Aviral outlines a clear approach to breaking the cycle: actively reducing screen time, deeply understanding the underlying psychological triggers, and consciously replacing digital habits with real-world relationships and passions. He explains his unique perspective on how to fight back, advocating for using the power of social media distribution itself to spread the cure. This conversation is raw, honest, and deeply relevant. Antony examines the thin line between leveraging pop culture hooks for broad reach and preserving intellectual integrity, asking what it truly takes to build a digital community that heals rather than harms. Follow along: https://link.me/LIGHTHOUSEEDUTAINMENTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.