The Genius Life 344: How to Break Your Addiction to Junk Food, Social Media, and Negative Emotions | Alok Kanojia, MD
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Nov 15, 2023 
Psychiatrist Alok Kanojia discusses addiction to food, porn, social media, negative emotions, and alcohol. They explore the negative impact of social media on emotions and the addictive nature of junk food and pornography. The design of addictive social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram is explored. Positive effects of video games on mental health are discussed along with the benefits of martial arts for gamers. The importance of self-awareness and caution in using supplements for mental health are emphasized.
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Overstimulation Addiction
- People are addicted to overstimulation, from social media to processed foods.
- This codependency negatively impacts mental and emotional health.
Lack of Decompression
- Constant stimulation prevents emotional processing and decompression time.
- This leads to avoidance of negative emotions through further stimulation.
Technology's Impact on Emotional Processing
- Technology hinders emotional processing by offering constant distractions.
- This impairs our ability to cope with daily experiences.