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Episode #282: Nervous System Rollercoaster from Screen Time
In today’s fast-paced culture, many of us scroll through endless 30–90 second video clips without realizing the toll it takes on our bodies and minds. Each clip delivers a sharp spike of dopamine when it entertains us, and often cortisol when it agitates us, then followed by the inevitable crash. This constant rollercoaster of highs and lows overstimulates the nervous system and disrupts the parasympathetic branch, the part of us designed to bring calm, rest, and repair.
Think of it like slamming on the gas and the brakes every few seconds. No wonder we feel restless, unfocused, and burned…
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