Beyond The Surface
Hi everyone, welcome to Beyond The Surface! My name is Betsabel Garcia, but I’m mostly known as Betsy. I’ll be the host of this podcast. I am excited to share this space with you all where we will dismantle different ideas and thoughts through powerful conversations. I hope that through these conversations you will feel more empowered to face life in a much more confident and fulfilling way. Alright, let’s dive right in and go beyond the surface!
Beyond The Surface
Your brain on the feed
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Social media highly impacts the way we think and behave in our everyday life. Currently, many of us spend on average 2 hours and 23 minutes scrolling through social media on a daily basis. Virtual platforms like TikTok and Instagram can be as addictive as a drug that has negative repercussions on our attention and concentration levels as well as mental states. Delaying immediate gratification, implementing mindfulness practices, and living in a spirit of gratitude acts as a step forward towards finding a state of equilibrium. In a world that is overstimulated, finding a sense of normalcy by "savoring the moment" and embracing what gives us true joy and a sense of happiness is a must. The change starts with you!
References:
Dr. Laurie Santos. (2025, August 15). Annoying Features of The Mind at The Science of Well-Being [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZI_Q5NGtSik
Orlowski. J. (Director). (2020). The Social Dilemma. [Documentary]. Netflix.
Owen, R., Freedman, P., & Miller, L. (2024). Awakening the Spirit: Dr. Lisa Miller on Spirituality and Education. Holistic Education Review, 4(2). Retrieved from https://her.journals.publicknowledgeproject.org/index.php/her/article/view/3301