Ever wonder why that certain social media post got so much attention? Can’t explain why you can’t help but click on that article posted on your Facebook feed? Is there an argument you cannot resist when you are killing time on Twitter? Recently, I saw this video that has made a dramatic impact on my social media use and focus. The creators of this video have outlined a great way to think about ideas and posts on the internet and how your mind gets manipulated by social media. “If you want to maintain a healthy brain, it pays to be cautious of thoughts that have passed through lots of other brains and poke you where you are weakest. It’s your brain, be hygienic with it.”
Philip received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in studio art from Emporia State University in 2002. He began work in residential care for adolescents in 2003 and completed his Master of Arts degree in Counseling at Denver Seminary in 2008. He has worked in outpatient substance abuse, residential care, developed online counseling resources and programs for substance abuse, and maintains a private practice. He is a licensed professional counselor in Colorado, where he spends his spare time climbing mountains and doing home remodeling.