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April 21, 2025 58 mins

In today’s hyperconnected world, we’re constantly scrolling, checking notifications, and juggling multiple digital distractions. But what is the true cost to our mental health and overall wellbeing?

In this episode of The Happier Life Project, host Gabby Sanderson is joined by Dr. Anastasia Dedyukhina, a leading global expert in digital wellbeing, two-time TEDx speaker, and bestselling author of Homo Distractus. Once a senior executive in the tech industry, Dr. Dedyukhina made a bold decision: she gave up her smartphone for 1.5 years. The result? A profound transformation in her focus, productivity, and overall quality of life. That experience led her to found Consciously Digital, a global network of over 150 digital wellbeing coaches and the first-ever ICF- and NBHWC-certified digital wellbeing program. Through her work, she’s helping people everywhere take control of their relationship with technology.

In this enlightening conversation, Gabby and Dr. Anastasia Dedyukhina delve into the profound ways technology is reshaping our behavior and mental health. They explore the hidden impacts of tech addiction and screen overwhelm, offering insights into how we can set healthier boundaries without disconnecting entirely. They also touch on how women, in particular, can be more vulnerable to the emotional toll of technology, from the pressures of curated online lives to the anxiety-fueled habit of doomscrolling that disrupts sleep, focus, and overall wellbeing. In addition, Dr. Anastasia unpacks what digital wellness truly means and shares practical, everyday tips for managing technology mindfully in our fast-paced, always-on world.

For anyone feeling the weight of constant connectivity, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on how to reclaim focus, balance, and wellbeing without completely unplugging from the digital world.

To download the My Possible Self app: https://mypossibleself.app.link/podcast To follow My Possible Self on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mypossibleself Dr. Anastasia Dedyukhina’s website: https://www.anastasiadedyukhina.com/ Consciously Digital website: https://www.consciously-digital.com/ To purchase Dr. Anastasia’s ‘Homo Distractus’ book: https://www.consciously-digital.com/book

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