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EPISODE · Oct 29, 2025 · 32 MIN

Your Brain on Scrolls: The Science of Mom Burnout and How to Reset Your Dopamine

from The Fit Mama Podcast · host Sarah Kelley

If you’re feeling chronically drained, irritable, and addicted to scrolling and snacking… you’re not alone. It’s a problem we’re all facing. And in today’s episode I’m explaining why it’s not a personal failing - it’s a neurological one. We’ll break down the science of dopamine to explain why your brain keeps chasing rewards that leave you feeling emptier than before; I’ll walk you through through the exact mechanism of how social media and ultra-processed foods dysregulate your brain’s reward system, creating a cycle that directly undermines your energy, your sleep, and your healthy habits; and I’ll give you some practical steps to kick the scroll habit to the curb.If you’re ready to understand the why behind your cravings and fatigue, and learn the how to fix it, this episode is for you.Subscribe to The Fit Mama Podcast for more science-backed, no-nonsense strategies to optimize your health and well-being in motherhood and share it with your friends too!XO,Coach Sarah This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahkelleyco.substack.com/subscribe

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