Healthy Mind, Happy Soul Podcast: Scrolling, Stress & Self-Esteem: Finding Balance in a Digital World

Brock Carter, MMS, PA-C
Technology has transformed how we communicate, work, learn, and connect—but it has also changed the way we experience stress, comparison, attention, and emotional wellbeing.
In this episode of Healthy Mind, Happy Soul, Brock Carter, PA-C welcomes psychiatric physician assistant Callie Kundert, PA-C, for an honest conversation about social media, smartphones, and the impact of constant connectivity on mental health.

What You’ll Learn
Together, they explore how digital devices influence our emotions, why social media can sometimes leave us feeling drained, and how online comparison affects self-esteem and identity. They also discuss the unique challenges facing children and teenagers growing up in a digital-first world, including cyberbullying, peer pressure, and the struggle to disconnect.
Importantly, this episode does not frame technology as the enemy. Instead, it highlights both the risks and benefits of digital life, offering practical strategies for creating healthier boundaries, using social media more intentionally, and developing habits that support long-term wellbeing.
Listeners will walk away with actionable ideas for improving their relationship with technology while remaining connected to the people, information, and communities that matter most.
Listen to the first episode of Healthy Mind Happy Soul today and join us as we explore the connection between mental wellness, self-awareness, and healing.
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