3980: 9 Ways to Overcome Facebook Addiction by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch on Reducing Social Media Use

3980: 9 Ways to Overcome Facebook Addiction by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch on Reducing Social Media Use

Author: Justin Malik April 14, 2026 Duration: 10:23
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3980: Anthony Ongaro explores how Facebook subtly hijacks attention through habit loops and constant interruptions, turning a simple tool into a daily compulsion. He offers a spectrum of practical strategies, from small friction tweaks to full digital detox, to help you regain control and use technology more intentionally. Listening through these ideas reveals how small changes can dramatically improve focus, presence, and mental clarity. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/facebook-addiction/ Quotes to ponder: "Facebook is a tool that just like any other, should benefit us when we use it." "At the surface, Facebook is a tool, not inherently good or bad, but its impact on our lives is determined by how we use it." "If you feel like you’re losing the battle against the Facebook addiction twitch, there is help." Episode references: FB Purity: https://www.fbpurity.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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