Luke Hand
Luke Hand
‘Binge watch’
‘Binge watch’
‘Binge watch’
Wednesday 21st December 2022
Join Luke Hand as he shares how binge-watching impacts his sobriety and offers tips to manage screen time in 'Luke Hand Diary'.
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Luke Hand
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Sobriety Day by Day
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Started binge watching as time goes by, just the three episodes for me in one sitting.
Ever wondered if your binge-watching habits could be more than just a harmless way to pass the time? In this episode of 'Luke Hand Diary', Luke Hand dives into his experience with binge-watching and its surprising effects on his mood and energy. With his mood at a 7 and energy at 6.5, Luke shares how a marathon session of a British sitcom left him feeling nauseous and bored.
This brings up an important question: can binge-watching be a trigger for addiction? Luke explores how the allure of streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime can lead to excessive screen time, which might be particularly problematic for those in recovery. He draws parallels between binge-watching and other addictive behaviors, noting that it can become a way to escape reality, much like alcohol or drugs.
Through his candid reflections, Luke highlights the potential mental health impacts, such as depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders, that can arise from too much screen time. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Luke offers practical tips and coping strategies to help manage screen time better. From setting limits on how long you watch to finding alternative activities, his advice is geared towards maintaining a healthy balance.
He emphasizes the importance of being mindful of triggers and finding healthier ways to cope with stress and boredom. For anyone navigating the challenges of sobriety, Luke's insights provide a relatable and thoughtful perspective on how everyday habits like binge-watching can impact your journey. Tune in to hear Luke's personal experiences and discover ways to make positive changes in your own life.