Dan Boivin

Unapologetically Human with Dan Boivin

Dan Boivin

  • 019 - Our Digital Soul with Bob Hutchins

019 - Our Digital Soul with Bob Hutchins

Monday 22nd May 2023

Join Dan Boivin and Bob Hutchins as they explore the mental health effects of technology and offer practical steps for reclaiming digital balance.
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83 minutes
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Unapologetically Human with Dan Boivin
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Our Digital Lives: Unpacking Media Trauma with Bob Hutchins

Episode Overview

  • Explore the impact of technology on mental health and relationships
  • Understand the addictive nature of phones and social media
  • Discover the need for setting boundaries and reclaiming control over digital lives
  • Find hope for recovery and healing from media trauma
  • Achieve a healthier balance in the digital age
We can heal from this. We're not stuck in this. And this is not something that can't be fixed. This is not the first time we've been through this and it's not probably going to be the last. And we are capable of, and we have a good track record, fairly, fairly great track record of capable of, and we have a good track record, fairly great track record of, you know, finding ways through it and making corrections and coming up with new, new technologies and new ways of interacting with them and with each other.
Ever feel like your phone has taken over your life? In this thought-provoking episode of 'Unapologetically Human', host Dan Boivin sits down with digital marketing expert and psychologist Bob Hutchins to discuss his book, 'Our Digital Soul: Collective Anxiety, Media Trauma, and a Path Toward Recovery'. Co-authored with therapist Jenny Black, the book dives into how modern media and technology are reshaping our mental health and relationships in ways we might not even realize.
Bob and Dan chat about the addictive nature of our devices and the often unseen trauma they can cause. They explore why we need to stop seeing our phones as mere gadgets and start recognizing their immense influence on our daily lives. This episode isn't just about pointing out problems; it’s also about finding solutions. Bob shares practical advice on setting boundaries with technology to help reclaim a sense of balance and well-being.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by the digital world or curious about how to navigate it more mindfully, this conversation offers both insight and hope. Tune in for a deep dive into the digital age's impact on our mental health and learn how to take steps toward recovery.