128 Mind Pump: In a tech-driven world with more connection and media distraction than ever before, how can we balance these forces so they assist in our wellness journey?

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This level of technology and social integration is still in its infancy, and we already see some of the physical and psychological impacts. Our constant distractions make it challenging to focus and enjoy the present moment, and the mainstream media constantly promotes fear and drama. Studies are also showing the links between mobile phone addiction with depression and anxiety.

These new technologies have far reaching benefits and also unintended consequences. It's the conscious choice of how we use and incorporate them into our lives that will dictate their impact.

In this highly digital and connected age, we have to ask ourselves an important question:

How can we develop a healthy use of technology so it enhances our productivity and wellness?

On this episode of Wellness Force Radio, we explore this topic and more with the team from Mind Pump Media, Sal Di Stefano, Adam Schafer, and Justin Andrews.  We touch on great topics such as the future of group exercise, the benefits of getting in nature, and how to increase our emotional intelligence.

Listen To Episode 128 As We Uncover:

• Sales stories from 24-hour fitness
• Mistakes made by beginner trainers
• Interview styles and how they prep for shows
• The rapid speed at which technology is changing the world and our habits
• The addictive properties of technology
• How apps and social media are engineered to get us hooked
• How new forms of stimulation chemically alter the brain
• Why mindfulness will dictate our habits
• How the ego thrives and survives off drama and negativity
• Predictions for the future of Virtual Reality
• How we can stop identifying with thoughts that don't empower us
• Creating sustainable change by getting in touch with our true motives
• How our diet can affect skin care
• Why we need to partition time for self-care
• The unhealthy ways we choose to numb ourselves from problems
• Why we must avoid getting stuck in a single workout routine
• Finding the balance between intense and relaxing workouts
• The rejuvenating effects of spending time in nature
• How the fitness space is beginning to gamify workouts

Top 3 Takeaways From The Episode

• Our ego loves to feed into drama and negativity.  Unfortunately, the media is made up of 99% bad news.  We have to understand that our consumption drives the creators, and what we consume is what they produce.  Try to fill your mind with positive content