You’re Being Controlled: The Hidden Dangers of Social Media Addiction w/ Mark Mayfield

🔥 The Patriarchy Podcast | Dr. Mark Mayfield on Social Media Addiction & Biblical Masculinity
Men need truth. Men need strength. Men need Christ.

In this episode, Joseph Spurgeon sits down with Dr. Mark Mayfield to tackle the crisis of social media addiction and its devastating impact on mental health, parenting, and masculinity. They break down the dopamine trap of digital addiction, the role of fathers in protecting their children, and how biblical principles can guide our tech use.

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👉 Topics Covered:
✅ The Real Science Behind Social Media Addiction
✅ Why Social Media is Hijacking Your Brain
✅ How Fathers Must Lead in Digital Discipleship
✅ The Dangers of Unrestricted Tech Access for Kids
✅ Why Real-World Connections Matter More Than Ever
✅ Biblical Strategies for Self-Discipline & Tech Boundaries
✅ The Crisis of Passive Men in a Digital World

📢 Wake up, men! Are you leading your family, or is a glowing screen doing it for you? Learn how to reclaim presence and purpose in your home and community.

📌 Chapters:
00:00 - The Digital Distraction Crisis
03:12 - Understanding Social Media Addiction
05:59 - Navigating the Digital Landscape
09:08 - The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
11:48 - The Role of Fathers in Digital Parenting
14:49 - Cultivating Self-Discipline in a Digital Age
18:01 - Biblical Principles for Social Media Use
20:46 - The Importance of Real-World Connections
24:12 - Preparing Children for Digital Responsibility
27:13 - The Dangers of Unmonitored Access
30:00 - Building a Healthy Tech Culture at Home
32:56 - Masculine Discipleship in a Digital World
35:51 - Conclusion: Reclaiming Presence and Purpose

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