This episode kicks off a special Still Human series on Through the Mental Lens. In Part 1: Always On — Why Our Brains Feel Fried, Chris shares a personal story of smart devices slowly taking over his home, and his attention. From there, we explore the evolutionary mismatch between our Stone Age brains and today’s nonstop digital demands.

You’ll learn:

• Why constant alerts trigger stress even when they seem harmless
• How “switching costs” drain our focus and energy
• Why feeling scattered isn’t a personal flaw—it’s overload
• A simple reflection exercise to sort real alerts from digital noise

If your brain feels fried, you’re not broken. You’re just carrying more than it was designed to. This episode helps you start reclaiming clarity in an always-on world.

Want more on this? Check out my blog post Finding Clarity In A Digital World: How To Stay Human And Sane In The Age Of AI.

👉 Pre-order my new book, Still Human: Staying Sane, Productive, and Fully You in the Age of AI

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This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a licensed professional if you need support.