Through the Glass Recovery
Through the Glass Recovery
E134: Social Media and Addiction
E134: Social Media and Addiction
E134: Social Media and Addiction
Monday 31st March 2025
Explore how social media impacts addiction recovery with hosts Steve and Julie, joined by Robbie, Britt, and Vanessa. Real stories, practical tips, and humour.
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Episode Overview
- Set clear boundaries with social media to avoid dopamine-driven behaviours.
- Use social media to find authentic connections and supportive communities.
- Be aware of AI-generated content and its impact on authenticity.
- Curate your feed to ensure it positively influences your mental well-being.
- It's okay to unfollow accounts that don't serve your recovery journey.
Curate your own social media. Unfollow when you don’t like someone or someone’s content.
Social media - it's a double-edged sword, especially for those on the path to recovery. In this episode of 'Through the Glass Recovery', hosts Steve and Julie tackle the tricky topic of social media and its impact on addiction recovery with guests Robbie, Britt, and Vanessa. They share their personal experiences and the challenges they've faced navigating the highs and lows of social media while staying sober.
Robbie, a seasoned podcast co-host, talks about setting boundaries to avoid the dopamine rush from likes and comments. Vanessa, who found love and a supportive community through her sober Instagram account, highlights the importance of authentic connections. Britt brings in her expertise from the health and wellness industry, sharing how social media can sometimes present a misleading picture of perfection.
The conversation takes an interesting turn as they discuss the role of AI in creating content, which raises questions about authenticity online. The guests agree that while social media can offer valuable support networks, it's crucial to curate your feed to maintain mental well-being. They remind us that it's okay to unfollow accounts that don't serve your recovery journey.
This episode is packed with relatable anecdotes, practical advice, and a touch of humour - perfect for anyone looking to understand the complex relationship between social media and sobriety.