In this episode, Siara sits down with Tyler Rice, founder of the Digital Wellness Institute and author of Tactical Disconnection, to explore how techno stress, doomscrolling, and always-on workplace culture are eroding our focus—and what we can do about it.
They break down the concept of digital flourishing, why Gen Z might actually be leading the charge on digital wellbeing, and how companies are finally rethinking screentime and productivity. Whether you're feeling burned out, overloaded, or just ready for better boundaries with your devices, this conversation offers tactical ways to disconnect without falling behind.
00:00 Intro: Doomscrolling and Digital Wellness Wake-Up
03:02 Tyler Rice on Tech Boundaries & Workplace Culture
06:41 Techno Stress: The Hidden Cost of Screentime
11:06 Digital Wellbeing by Generation: Who’s Thriving?
13:04 Burnout & Office Culture: Why Digital Wellness Matters
18:49 What Is Digital Flourishing? A Healthier Framework
22:45 Balance, Boundaries & Belonging in the Digital Age
28:12 Digital Culture Change: Top-Down vs. Bottom-Up
34:27 Rethinking Breaks, Burnout, and Always-On Norms
53:59 Is Digital Flourishing a Destination—or Daily Practice?
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