The video discusses the addictive nature of social media, highlighting how it can lead to hours of mindless scrolling, known as 'doom scrolling,' which can negatively impact mental health. It offers six tips to break the habit: swapping out the habit with healthier activities, keeping the phone out of sight to avoid temptation, setting app limits, deleting apps that don't serve you, reflecting on the real reasons behind excessive scrolling, and cultivating mindfulness to stay present. The video also mentions a sponsorship by BetterHelp, an online therapy service, and ends with an announcement about a live New Moon ritual event.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Social media is designed to keep users engaged and provide quick dopamine hits.
2. Spending too much time on social media can negatively impact mental health and lead to addiction.
3. BetterHelp is the world's largest therapy service and offers 100% online therapy.
4. BetterHelp has a network of over 25,000 licensed and experienced therapists.
5. Users can access BetterHelp through text chat, phone, or video calls.
6. Social media apps can be set to limit screen time and provide notifications when limits are reached.
7. "Downtime" is a feature on iPhones that allows users to set times when certain apps are shut off.
8. Deleting social media apps that are not serving a user's well-being can be beneficial for mental health.
9. Reflecting on why one spends time scrolling on social media can help identify underlying issues.
10. Practicing mindfulness and being present can help break the habit of doom scrolling.
11. Building self-awareness and consciousness can help users take control of their attention and time spent on social media.
12. The creator of the content will be hosting a live New Moon ritual on March 21st and invites viewers to RSVP.
13. The creator plans to host more live events, including workshops and rituals, in the future.