#7 Addicted to Drama Or Just Hooked on That Dopamine Hit

This episode was originally published under the former podcast title Awake AF, now rebranded as Respond with Samantha Reigle.

The Trap of Social Media Drama: Reclaiming Your Peace and Breaking Toxic Cycles
Join seasoned mediator Samantha Reigle as she delves into the addictive nature of online drama and how it hijacks our emotions. In this episode, Samantha discusses how social media platforms are designed to keep us hooked by exploiting our reactions and emotions, leading to a cycle of negativity and distraction. She offers practical steps to reclaim your peace, protect your energy, and pause before reacting. Samantha also addresses real-life conflict through listener questions, providing intuitive guidance on breaking free from generational poverty and navigating financial insecurities in relationships. Tune in for insightful advice on maintaining emotional well-being in the digital age.
00:00 Introduction and Purpose
00:28 Addicted to Drama: The Social Media Trap
04:04 Breaking Free from the Outrage Cycle
07:51 The Bigger Picture: Manipulation and Control
11:02 Practical Steps to Reclaim Your Peace
13:59 Listener Questions: Breaking Generational Poverty
19:19 Listener Questions: Navigating Financial Insecurity in Relationships
26:55 Conclusion and Call to Action

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