Brianne Davis
Brianne Davis
Doom Scrolling
Doom Scrolling
Doom Scrolling
Monday 10th March 2025
Brianne Davis-Gantt tackles doom scrolling, exploring its impact on mental health and offering practical tips to break the cycle.
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Episode Overview
- Doom scrolling can lead to increased anxiety and depression.
- Constant exposure to negative news affects sleep and productivity.
- Setting time limits on social media use can help break the cycle.
- Engaging in offline hobbies can improve mental well-being.
- Seeking out positive stories can counteract the effects of negative news.
"It's not helpful to know what's going on 24/7 in the world. It's actually not good for our brains because we are not then being present where we are in the moment"
Brianne Davis-Gantt, the host of Secret Life Podcast, takes on the modern-day phenomenon of doom scrolling in this episode. With a mix of humour and candidness, she discusses how this compulsive habit of endlessly consuming negative news impacts mental health. Brianne shares stories of people who find themselves trapped in this cycle, including a young woman who starts and ends her day with a barrage of bleak news.
Through these personal anecdotes, Brianne illustrates the anxiety and depression that doom scrolling can trigger. She argues that constantly staying informed isn't always beneficial and that this habit can lead to feelings of hopelessness and despair. To combat this, Brianne offers practical advice like setting time limits on social media use, seeking out positive stories, and engaging in offline hobbies. Her message is clear: breaking free from doom scrolling can significantly improve your mental well-being.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the constant stream of negative news.