Addiction To Distraction Is Hurting Your Reality (Lecture)
Distraction is a major problem for people today in our high-tech modern society. It’s too easy to reach for your phone, computer, or game console for a little “R&R” only to never actually address the very issues you were trying to distract yourself from. This is because what you’re really trying to do is not “relax” for a quick second, you’re actually trying to escape your reality because you feel it’s too much to handle. Make no mistake, this is hurting your life.
Self-Reflection Question
What distractions do I consistently turn to when I feel uncomfortable or overwhelmed—and what truth am I trying to avoid by staying distracted?
This question makes you face the ways you escape yourself. GI Griffin exposes how distraction isn’t just a bad habit—it’s a coping mechanism that blocks clarity and responsibility. By identifying the distractions you cling to, you start to uncover the deeper discomfort you’re running from.
Self-Improvement Challenge
Pick one major distraction (social media, Netflix, gaming, overworking, etc.) and eliminate or limit it for 7 days. Each time you feel the urge to indulge, journal what you’re feeling instead.
This challenge isn’t about punishment—it’s about awareness. By removing your go-to escape, you’ll begin to see what you’ve been avoiding, and where your energy actually needs to go. This is how you reclaim your attention and rebuild your reality with intention.