The Need for Personal Strategies to Avoid Addiction

As the world becomes more addictive, the podcast argues that relying on societal norms and customs may not be enough to protect us. Society eventually develops antibodies to addictive substances, but these developments can take time. To avoid becoming canaries in the coal mine, individuals will need to develop personal strategies to resist addiction. The episode mentions examples such as avoiding new addictive technologies and finding alternative activities, like taking long hikes, to combat internet addiction. The increasing need to say no to addictive substances and behaviors will likely be the defining characteristic of those who want to be productive and avoid falling into the trap of addiction.