Welcome to another enriching episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations! Today, we’re diving into the impact of digital overuse on our mental health and relationships.
Our guest, Jennie Ketcham Crooks, is a licensed clinical social worker, anxiety specialist, and author of LOOK UP: The 30-Day Path to Digital Minimalism and Real Life Maximalism.
As the founder of West Coast Anxiety Clinic and a guest lecturer at Harvard, Jennie brings a wealth of expertise on how our screen time habits affect our well-being.
Jennie shares practical insights on:
- How digital overuse affects our mental health and interpersonal relationships
- The concept of psychological flexibility and how it shapes our digital habits
- The hidden effects of excessive screen time that often go unnoticed
- How digital minimalism sparks creativity and fosters real-world connections
- Myths about technology use and the truths that can set us free
- A 30-day challenge to reset digital habits and regain control over our lives
- Small, actionable steps to reduce screen time without feeling disconnected
- How parents can model healthy digital habits for children
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Digital Overuse and Mental Health
12:02 Personal Reflections on Mistakes and Growth
23:57 The Journey from Adult Industry to Therapy
36:04 Understanding Digital Overuse and Its Impact
48:04 Psychological Flexibility and Digital Habits
37:38 The Role of Mindfulness in Mental Health
40:51 Creativity and Behavioral Change
52:58 Delegating Tasks for Creative Freedom
58:00 The 30-Day Digital Minimalism Challenge
Jennie’s insights will inspire you to create intentional digital boundaries and reclaim joy beyond the screen. If you’ve ever felt drained, distracted, or disconnected because of your digital habits, this episode is for you!
Where to Find Jennie Ketcham Crooks: 📖 Book: LOOK UP: The 30-Day Path to Digital Minimalism and Real Life Maximalism
🌎 Website: westcoastanxiety.com
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