Shana Brintnall
Shana Brintnall
Twitter/Bill W documentary 2012 snippet
Twitter/Bill W documentary 2012 snippet
Twitter/Bill W documentary 2012 snippet
Tuesday 12th January 2021
Shana Brintnall recounts her five-year Twitter obsession with Bob Dylan, highlighting social media's impact on addiction and mental health.
4 minutes
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Shana Brintnall
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Sobriety Success Stories
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Get the buttons here!Bob Dylan, Twitter, and the Shadows of Addiction: Shana Brintnall's Journey
I put so much of my soul into this five years I spent on this fantasy and you say nothing. Day after sad day, I turn to Twitter for you and there's nothing. I don't even know what I'm gonna do with myself anymore.
Imagine being so captivated by a musician that you start to believe their song lyrics are messages just for you. In this episode, Shana Brintnall takes listeners on an emotional rollercoaster as she recounts her five-year obsession with Bob Dylan’s Twitter account. What started as a harmless fascination spiraled into a consuming fantasy, leaving her devastated when the account was abruptly shut down.
Shana’s raw storytelling sheds light on the dark side of social media, addiction, and the desperate search for external validation. Through snippets from the Bill W Documentary 2012, she paints a vivid picture of how easily one can get lost in a digital world of illusions. This episode is not just about Shana’s personal struggle; it’s a broader commentary on how social media can impact mental health and sobriety.
Her journey serves as a poignant reminder that while the allure of fantasy can be strong, true inspiration and fulfillment come from within. Perfect for anyone grappling with addiction or seeking to understand the complex relationship between mental health and social media, this episode is a compelling listen.