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In today's episode with Dr. Erik Peper, you’ll hear us take a deep dive into:The role of technology and stress in our livesWhat is tech stress?Practical strategies for managing tech stressThe connection between technology and eye healthThe negative effects of social mediaHow to use technology for personal health and well-beingThe importance of sleep for overall well-beingDr. Erik Peper is a globally recognized expert in biofeedback and self-regulation. Since the early 1970s, he has dedicated his research to uncovering elements that foster healing. In 2004, Dr. Peper was honored with the California Governor’s Safety Award for his pioneering work in Healthy Computing, and in 2013, he was awarded the Biofeedback Distinguished Scientist Award by the Association for Applied Psychophysiology. In addition to his vast research, Erik has written multiple scientific articles and books, including "Make Health Happen," "The Neurofeedback Book," and "Tech Stress."Guest Details:Dr. Erik Peper on LinkedInDr. Erik Peper on FacebookDr. Erik Peper’s BooksBiofeedbackHealth WebsiteThe Peper Perspective BlogTimestamps00:00 - Intro03:07 - Technology's subtle impact on human biology and posture05:06 - Understanding tech stress13:28 - How a sedentary lifestyle affects brain development14:36 - Addressing tech stress21:37 - The importance of sleep24:17 - Tech advancements for optimal health29:17 - Training attention and creativity in children35:18 - The nature of stress and tips to manage it41:29 - Are humans more stressed than 20 years ago?42:01 - Practical strategies to reduce stress47:33 - Techs to reduce stress and improve well-being48:46 - Finding the right biofeedback practitioner51:19 - Mastering stress
