<p>do you need a digital detox? maybe. but what about a phone that doesn&#39;t give you so much anxiety in the first place? in this episode, i give my wellness tips to deal with anxiety in the chaotic world of the internet. </p> <p><br></p> <p>if you&#39;re dealing with social media addiction, internet addiction, or just want to scroll less, you&#39;d be surprised about all of the small changes to your devices that can improve both mental health and productivity.</p> <p><br></p> <p>sources:</p> <p>find a therapist (US): <a href="http://psychologytoday.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">psychologytoday.com</a> </p> <p><br></p> <p>online searches fuel health anxiety: <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0747563222002060" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0747563222002060</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>mental health strategies for news consumption:</p> <p><a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2023/10/13/tips-for-following-the-news-while-taking-care-of-your-mental-health.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.cnbc.com/2023/10/13/tips-for-following-the-news-while-taking-care-of-your-mental-health.html</a> </p> <p><br></p> <p>easily call your representative about Gaza (US):</p> <p><a href="https://www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org/resource/urgent-tell-congress-to-stop-fueling-violence/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org/resource/urgent-tell-congress-to-stop-fueling-violence/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>alternative to luxury noise cancelling headphones that works better imo: (these are not affiliate links)</p> <p>earbuds: <a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/127873789" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.walmart.com/ip/127873789</a></p> <p>note: the connected/disconnected indicator is pretty loud. i just don&#39;t put them in my ears until they are already connected and take them out before i disconnect</p> <p>earmuffs: <a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/GUCHO-34-dB-NRR-Noise-Reduction-Safety-Shooting-Ear-Muffs-Hearing-Protection-Ear-Muffs-Shooting-Range-Ear-Protection-for-Hunting-Mowing/5091790598?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=101066481" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.walmart.com/ip/GUCHO-34-dB-NRR-Noise-Reduction-Safety-Shooting-Ear-Muffs-Hearing-Protection-Ear-Muffs-Shooting-Range-Ear-Protection-for-Hunting-Mowing/5091790598?wmlspartner=wlpa&amp;selectedSellerId=101066481</a><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>sensory overload, anxiety and other neurodivergence:</p> <p><a href="https://www.webmd.com/balance/what-is-sensory-overload-with-anxiety" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.webmd.com/balance/what-is-sensory-overload-with-anxiety</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>peep the discord:</p> <p><a href="https://discord.com/invite/gzdgqbMVkC" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://discord.com/invite/gzdgqbMVkC</a></p>