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He founded numerous companies, including Test Prep Gurus, a test prep and education consulting firm based in Newport Beach, California, that works with students across the United States, and more than a dozen other countries. Nick is a writer, speaker, entrepreneur, consultant, and podcaster.
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If you like to ask questions, dive beneath the surface, and learn about fascinating individuals, you’ve found your home. Join Nick Standlea for long-form conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, creators, and other brilliant experts.
Video episodes available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNickStandleaShow
You can follow Nick and the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickstandlea/
A little bit about Nick: He earned a perfect score on the SAT, but thinks standardized tests are overrated. He won grants to teach kids to surf in China, explore caves in Tibet, study business at the University of Oxford, and explore Art History in Italy. Nick is a former Research Associate at the Quality of Life Research Center, where he studied creativity, flow, and learning, under his mentor, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, the author of Flow.
He founded numerous companies, including Test Prep Gurus, a test prep and education consulting firm based in Newport Beach, California, that works with students across the United States, and more than a dozen other countries. Nick is a writer, speaker, entrepreneur, consultant, and podcaster.
Ask questions. Don’t accept the status quo. Be curious.
How Social Media Hijacks Your Time and What You Can Do About It | "Reclaim Your Time" | Dino Ambrosi
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1 hour 3 minutes 45 seconds
11 months ago
How Social Media Hijacks Your Time and What You Can Do About It | "Reclaim Your Time" | Dino Ambrosi
Nick interviews Dino Ambrosi, founder of Project Reboot to explore the hidden mechanisms social media platforms use to hijack your time and attention. Dino shares how these platforms, much like cigarettes, are designed to be addictive, exploiting our psychology for profit. He dives into the mental health impacts of mindless scrolling, the culture of social comparison, and the alarming amount of time young people spend on nonproductive screen activities.
Dino also offers actionable advice for reclaiming your time and building a healthier relationship with technology. Whether you’re a student, a parent, or someone looking to break free from digital distractions, this episode is packed with insights and strategies to help you take back control of your life.
✨ Key Topics Covered:Why social media is "the cigarettes of our generation"The psychology behind addictive app designThe shocking stats on screen time and its impact on free timePractical tips for reducing screen time and building better habitsTune in for an eye-opening discussion that could transform your digital life. Visit the Nick Standlea Show on YouTube or wherever you consume your podcasts.
Content Warning: This episode includes discussions about mental health challenges, including suicide and self-harm. Viewer discretion is advised.
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available:988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for 24/7, free, and confidential support from trained counselors.
Crisis Text Line: Text "HOME" to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor anytime.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine: Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) for support and resources.
Remember, reaching out is a sign of strength. Support is available, and you are not alone.
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0:00 - Introduction: Social Media's Impact Today0:13 - The Problem with Instant Gratification0:36 - Using Social Media as a Coping Mechanism1:01 - Dino’s College Struggles with Social Media2:07 - The Vicious Cycle of Digital Dependency4:01 - Speaking to 30,000 Students About Screen Time5:08 - How Social Media Apps Are Designed to Be Addictive7:02 - Visualizing Time Spent on Screens vs. Life Goals8:25 - Shocking Stats on Teen Screen Time Usage9:28 - 93% of Free Time on Non-Productive Screens?11:03 - Lessons from Dr. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's Flow12:05 - Do Teens Really Want to Spend Time on Social Media?13:49 - Dino’s Approach: Let Students Decide Their Ideal Use15:18 - Social Media Isn’t Free: The Real Cost is Time17:23 - Practical Behavioral Nudges for Reducing Screen Time19:26 - The Role of Social Norms in Student Screen Habits21:03 - Addressing Top-Down Bans vs. Bottom-Up Change27:18 - The Correlation Between Social Media and
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If you like to ask questions, dive beneath the surface, and learn about fascinating individuals, you’ve found your home. Join Nick Standlea for long-form conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, creators, and other brilliant experts.
Video episodes available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNickStandleaShow
You can follow Nick and the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickstandlea/
A little bit about Nick: He earned a perfect score on the SAT, but thinks standardized tests are overrated. He won grants to teach kids to surf in China, explore caves in Tibet, study business at the University of Oxford, and explore Art History in Italy. Nick is a former Research Associate at the Quality of Life Research Center, where he studied creativity, flow, and learning, under his mentor, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, the author of Flow.
He founded numerous companies, including Test Prep Gurus, a test prep and education consulting firm based in Newport Beach, California, that works with students across the United States, and more than a dozen other countries. Nick is a writer, speaker, entrepreneur, consultant, and podcaster.
Ask questions. Don’t accept the status quo. Be curious.
