About this episode
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 lives What is tech stress? Practical strategies for managing tech stress The connection between technology and eye health The negative effects of social media How to use technology for personal health and well-being The importance of sleep for overall well-being Dr. 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 LinkedIn Dr. Erik Peper on Facebook Dr. Erik Peper’s Books BiofeedbackHealth Website The Peper Perspective Blog Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 03:07 - Technology's subtle impact on human biology and posture 05:06 - Understanding tech stress 13:28 - How a sedentary lifestyle affects brain development 14:36 - Addressing tech stress 21:37 - The importance of sleep 24:17 - Tech advancements for optimal health 29:17 - Training attention and creativity in children 35:18 - The nature of stress and tips to manage it 41:29 - Are humans more stressed than 20 years ago? 42:01 - Practical strategies to reduce stress 47:33 - Techs to reduce stress and improve well-being 48:46 - Finding the right biofeedback practitioner 51:19 - Mastering stress