Velvet's Edge with Kelly Henderson

Hooked on Validation: Social Media, Love Addiction, and Pandemic Trauma with Jodi White (The Velvet)

Oct 9, 2024

Jodi White, a psychotherapist and coach specializing in relational trauma, dives into the addictive nature of social media and its intersections with love addiction. She discusses the psychological impacts of seeking validation online and the importance of setting boundaries. Jodi highlights collective pandemic trauma and its effects on self-esteem, advocating for self-awareness and mindful engagement with technology. The conversation is a compelling exploration of healing, connection, and finding balance in a digitally driven world.

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The podcast explores the parallels between love addiction and social media validation, highlighting how both can negatively affect self-esteem.

Listeners are encouraged to cultivate awareness of their social media habits, recognizing their emotional triggers to foster healthier habits.

Cultural pressures shape societal views on worth and connection, impacting women's self-perception and driving dependence on external validation.

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Intro

3min

Love Addiction in the Age of Social Media

15min

Social Media's Impact on Self-Esteem

7min

Navigating Social Media and Self-Awareness

11min

Navigating Self-Awareness in the Age of Social Media

6min

Navigating Love and Social Media Addiction

10min

Navigating Social Media and Personal Connections

4min

In this episode, psychotherapist, coach, and podcaster Jodi White joins Kelly to explore the parallels between love/validation addiction and our relationship with social media through the lens of Pia Melody's model. Jodi shares practical steps for listeners to gain awareness of their social media habits and the impact on their lives. They also dive deep into the collective trauma from the pandemic—how it's shaped our behaviors and why it’s not being talked about. A thought-provoking conversation on healing, awareness, and reconnecting with what truly matters.

Listen to Jodi's podcast: Journals of a Love Addict

HOST: Kelly Henderson // @velvetsedge // velvetsedge.com

GUEST: Jodi White // @jodiwhite_ // @journalsofaloveaddict

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