Notice how uncomfortable it feels to not scroll while listening to this… If you feel bored, overstimulated, unfocused, irritable, insecure, or mentally exhausted— this episode is your wake-up call. In this episode of Hot & Unbothered, we’re talking about brain rot, doom scrolling, tech addiction, dopamine overload, and why your phone is literally dulling your reality. The algorithm is not neutral. It’s designed to keep you compliant, overstimulated, insecure, and stuck — and most of us are participating without questioning it. We’re breaking down: Why having your phone nearby raises cortisol (even when you don’t touch it) How dopamine + stress keep you trapped in the scroll cycle Why social media dulls real joy, focus, memory, and self-trust How information overload is scrambling your brain and perception The subtle ways comparison, beauty standards, and fake fun rot your mindset How to reclaim agency, focus, and clarity This isn’t about deleting everything or going off-grid.It’s about conscious consumption, discipline, solitude, and choosing not to be owned by your phone. You don’t need more motivation.You need control. Start now before you lose yourself even further. The tool you NEED to stick to your goals this year: the BECOMING HER PLANNER for the girlies who are serious about leveling up (made by your's truly!) Remember to rate the pod 5 stars & leave a review to be featured in next week's episode! Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more! Join our Hot & Unbothered besties groupchat to hold each other accountable! Tune in to learn how to unlock your highest, hottest, & HAPPIEST self and truly GLOW UP from the inside and out. Stream Hot & Unbothered on ANY PLATFORM. LET’S BE FRIENDS ♡: Hot & Unbothered is on TikTok!:@hotunbothered Hot & Unbothered Instagram:@hotunbothered Keep up with me on Snapchat:@bbriannagomez Shop all my favorite things on my Amazon Storefront Bri's Instagram:@bbriannagomez Bri's TikTok:@bbriannagomez Pinterest:@bbriannagomez For ad inquiries please email: brianna@58ember.com Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
