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EPISODE · Jan 17, 2026 · 46 MIN

Why Am I Addicted To My Screen? (And How To Fix It Long-Term)

from Digitally Immune · host Nicole and Maria

Ever wonder why you keep doing things you don’t want to do?You say you’ll stop smoking, but you don’t.You want to lose weight, but you keep snacking.You say you’ll get more stuff done, but you keep procrastinating.Or you spend countless hours distracted on a screen: Netflix, Instagram, TikTok…In this message, we share an invaluable discovery we’ve made during a Tony Robbins event, and we explain why our human needs are fueling our excessive digital behavior. Tackling this is the only way to long term freedom. ⏱️ Guide0:00 Intro00:44 Nicole’s Obsession & the key to success without struggle05:28 The 6 human needs & what makes a behavior an addiction07:15 Why do we find comfort in what’s familiar?11:00 Three ways we fill our need to stand out16:25 How bad do we avoid boredom? 24:08 The unfulfilling digital replacements28:45 The trap of knowledge no one wants to admit32:13 How far would you go for others?37:17 Are all habits just addictions?39:32 What’s the key to breaking free from the screen?40:46 Empowering ways to meet your needs 45:20 A final exercise for youWho 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 in us, that you’ll gain countless hours in your life back.And as always... Use technology. Don’t let it use you.#digitallyimmune #phoneaddiction #highperformers #entrepreneurmindset #focus

Ever wonder why you keep doing things you don’t want to do?You say you’ll stop smoking, but you don’t.You want to lose weight, but you keep snacking.You say you’ll get more stuff done, but you keep procrastinating.Or you spend countless hours distracted on a screen: Netflix, Instagram, TikTok…In this message, we share an invaluable discovery we’ve made during a Tony Robbins event, and we explain why our human needs are fueling our excessive digital behavior. Tackling this is the only way to long term freedom. ⏱️ Guide0:00 Intro00:44 Nicole’s Obsession & the key to success without struggle05:28 The 6 human needs & what makes a behavior an addiction07:15 Why do we find comfort in what’s familiar?11:00 Three ways we fill our need to stand out16:25 How bad do we avoid boredom? 24:08 The unfulfilling digital replacements28:45 The trap of knowledge no one wants to admit32:13 How far would you go for others?37:17 Are all habits just addictions?39:32 What’s the key to breaking free from the screen?40:46 Empowering ways to meet your needs 45:20 A final exercise for youWho 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 in us, that you’ll gain countless hours in your life back.And as always... Use technology. Don’t let it use you.#digitallyimmune #phoneaddiction #highperformers #entrepreneurmindset #focus

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Ever wonder why you keep doing things you don’t want to do?You say you’ll stop smoking, but you don’t.You want to lose weight, but you keep snacking.You say you’ll get more stuff done, but you keep procrastinating.Or you spend countless hours...

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