HealthyGamerGG Are You A Terminally Online Insomniac? ft. Jeremiah Brown
Join Jeremiah Brown, a model and content creator known for his stint on Love Island, as he dives into the challenges of being 'terminally online.' He shares how excessive screen time affects sleep and mental health, and offers strategies for breaking bad habits. From trading to modeling, Jeremiah highlights his journey towards personal growth and the importance of community. Tune in for insights on balancing digital life, dopamine cravings, and the meaningful connections fostered through activities like book clubs.
02:16:50
From Trading To Full-Time Modeling
- Jeremiah described moving from day trading and substitute teaching into full-time modeling after risking everything and relocating to California.
- He borrowed money, broke his foot, then booked major work and launched his career within months.
Inside Love Island's Process And Pace
- Jeremiah walked through the audition process and intense filming schedule for Love Island, including psychiatric screening and long days with little sleep.
- He spent six weeks total, with three weeks in the villa often averaging four to five hours of sleep and disrupted light cues.
Sleep Debt Isn't A Badge Of Honor
- Sleep deprivation on reality shows distorts circadian rhythm because bedrooms lack natural light and filming pushes bedtimes to 3–4 AM.
- Jeremiah realized surviving on 4–5 hours was unsustainable and needed to return to 7–8 hours.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
From Filmmaker to Reality Star
02:38 • 6min
Navigating Love Under Stress
08:39 • 13min
Revamping Wellness Through Diet and Routine
21:21 • 2min
Struggles and Strategies for a Healthier Daily Routine
23:04 • 2min
Empowered Growth through Literature and Connection
25:32 • 17min
Navigating Growth Through Challenges
42:43 • 18min
Exploring Identity Beyond Labels
01:00:59 • 7min
The Perils of Identity Labels
01:07:42 • 2min
Navigating Identity and Well-Being
01:09:58 • 10min
Balancing Life in a Digital World
01:20:03 • 18min
The Dynamics of Digital Socialization
01:37:49 • 9min
Navigating Personal Growth and Social Change
01:47:17 • 23min
Understanding ADHD: Diagnosing and Overcoming Challenges
02:10:45 • 4min
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In this episode, Dr. K sits down with Jeremiah Brown who is a model, creator, and Love Island alum. He talks about what it means to live “too online” and how it can wreck your sleep, focus, and mental health.
Jeremiah shares his journey from day trading to modeling, how Love Island shaped his perspective, and why building community through his book club has become so meaningful. The conversation dives into insomnia, dopamine cravings, discipline, and the challenge of actually applying self-improvement lessons in real life.
Topics include:
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What being “terminally online” really looks like
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The link between insomnia, dopamine, and bad routines
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Jeremiah’s path from trading and teaching to full-time modeling
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Building habits, book clubs, and applying lessons instead of just consuming them
Whether you’re stuck in late-night scrolling or chasing endless self-improvement content, this episode offers practical takeaways on how to reset your habits and focus on what really matters.
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