Feeling overstimulated, scattered, and overwhelmed? You’re probably not “just bad at focusing” — you might be digitally burnt out.
Today’s episode is packed with real-life strategies to help clear the clutter and reset. We’re talking attention spans, tech boundaries, and how to outsmart digital chaos. And let’s be honest: this isn’t just for your kids. Your adult brain needs this too.
I’m joined by my brilliant friend Julia Storm — Digital Wellness Educator, parent, and entrepreneur — to unpack how screen time is chipping away at our mental bandwidth and what we can actually do about it.
Julia spent 15 years as a Hollywood editor before founding ReConnect, a whole-family, whole-child approach to navigating life in the Digital Age. She holds a B.A. from Princeton and a Master’s from UCLA in Television & Digital Media, is certified by The Digital Wellness Institute, and received a Paraprofessional Certificate in Counseling from the Southern California Counseling Center. She’s also a teaching partner with Common Sense Media and Sleepy Planet. Her work has been featured in TIME, Wired, NPR, Parents Magazine, KTLA, and more.
We talk about:
- What screen time is actually doing to your brain (spoiler: your caveman brain wasn’t built for TikTok)
- How Julia made the transition from the film industry and built her purpose-driven biz from the ground up
- What to do when your second act feels murky but your gut says, “I'm not in the right lane anymore”
Why you need this episode:
Because we’re ALL operating with too many tabs open — mentally and digitally. Whether you’re a parent, creator, business owner, or human with a phone, this conversation is a reset button for your nervous system and a reminder that digital boundaries aren’t a buzzword — they’re a survival skill we All need today.
Feeling digitally zapped? This one’s for you.
Time Stamps:
00:00 The Impact of Digital Overload on Mental Health
03:03 Julia's Journey: From Film Editing to Digital Wellness
05:49 Navigating Career Transitions and Finding Purpose
09:03 The Role of Technology in Parenting Today
12:02 Building a Business in Digital Wellness
15:05 The Importance of Community and Networking
18:03 Maintaining Relevance in a Rapidly Changing Landscape
20:47 Teaching Values in a Digital World
24:00 Strategies for Healthy Social Media Engagement
26:55 Rebuilding Focus and Attention in a Distracted Age
29:52 Creating Balance Between Work and Personal Life
32:55 The Future of Digital Wellness and Parenting
36:05 Conclusion and Resources for Listeners
Connect with Julia
Instagram: @reconnect4u
Website: www.reconnect-families.com
* To purchase Julia's course Stress Less Screen Time Solution, go to her website, navigate to the “course” drop-down down and you’ll be redirected. Enter code: SECONDACT at checkout for 20% off
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