#359 | How Much Are You Paying in Scroll Tax Today? How Our Phones are Impacting our Aging and Mindfulness

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Today is Tax Day in America. How much are you paying in Scroll Taxes???

In a world where our phones are always within reach, it’s easy to believe our constant connection is harmless—or even necessary. But what if the real issue isn’t willpower… it’s design? This episode explores how our digital habits are shaping our mental, emotional, and physical well-being—and why so many of us feel distracted, overwhelmed, and stuck in patterns we can’t seem to break.

• Understand the hidden “scroll tax” and how it’s impacting your time, attention, and overall health
• Learn why reducing screen time—even slightly—can improve focus, mood, and cognitive performance
• Discover simple, realistic ways to reset your relationship with your phone without giving it up completely

Press play to learn how small shifts in your digital habits can help you reclaim your focus, energy, and sense of control in a constantly connected world.

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