If social media leaves you feeling “less than,” emotionally drained, or stuck in comparison, today’s episode is for you. Dr. Jen Bennett joins us to unpack the emotional weight we carry online—and how to reclaim peace, purpose, and confidence in who God says we are. Together, we explore powerful mindset shifts, identity-rooted truths, and practical ways to engage social media without letting it steal your joy.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
[00:00] Why “Keyboard Courage” Is Shaping Our Digital Culture—and Our Hearts
[04:00] What Do We Lose Emotionally When We Don’t Pause Before Posting?
[10:00] 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Post or Comment
[13:00] Why Do Online Words Leave Such a Lasting Impact?
[15:00] How Does Social Media Trigger Comparison, Shame, and Insecurity?
[18:00] Can These Four Questions Shift How You Show Up Online?
[22:00] Using the A.D.D. Method to Process Emotions Like Jealousy, Rejection, or Offense
[24:00] Why We Must Name the Emotion Before It Hijacks Our Behavior
[25:00] What Boundary Shift Can Help Me Use Social Media Without Losing Myself?
RESOURCES:
Want help applying what you’re learning here each week? Come join us in the Emotional Confidence Club—a hands-on learning community of Christian women discovering how to handle everyday emotions with calm, clarity and confidence. Apply now at: https://aliciamichelle.com/club
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