Eddie Howe: Social media can be a source of connection and information sharing that may not be accessible elsewhere or in another manner. But it's hijacking our synaptic connections and our dopamine centers to essentially make money for big organizations throughout revenue, he says. "I was actually thinking this the other day, like I don't see billboards for movies anymore. I see it on TikTok or I see them on Instagram." Eddie Howe: If you want to stop using your phone as much because of social media addiction, stay away.