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FOMO No Mo’: Winning the Social Media Comparison Game

Caryn Terradas

Social media comparison is silently wreaking havoc on mental health through FOMO—Fear of Missing Out. If you've ever felt inadequate after scrolling or compulsively checked your phone despite knowing nothing new awaited, you're experiencing a very real psychological challenge. Understanding FOMO's warning signs and learning to combat toxic comparison cycles is essential for reclaiming control of your digital habits and protecting your well-being.

In this episode, we will explore these crucial topics:

01:14 What is FOMO Really? 

01:27 The Psychology Behind Social Media Comparison 

01:38 Ten Warning Signs You're Experiencing FOMO 

02:08 Compulsive Phone Checking and Disconnection Anxiety 

02:29 Constant Comparison and Feeling Inadequate 

02:52 Saying Yes to Everything and Over-Involvement 

03:24 Negative Feelings After Browsing 

03:39 Compulsive Documentation of Experiences 

04:09 Trouble Being Present in Real Life 

04:22 Sleep Disruption from Fear of Missing Out 

04:49 Continued Usage Despite Negative Effects 

05:19 Ten Proven Strategies to Overcome FOMO 

07:51 Remember: Social Media is a Highlight Reel 

08:18 Building Healthier Digital Boundaries 

08:30 Breaking Free from the Comparison Trap 

08:51 Transforming FOMO into Intentional Engagement


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