Episode
Manifesting Optimism: Stopping Doomscrolling with Saranne
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- Sep 1, 2026
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Summary
In this episode, Saranne delves into the harmful phenomenon of 'doom scrolling' - the compulsive act of consuming a steady stream of negative news. This tendency, she highlights, can amplify anxiety and even spur symptoms akin to post-traumatic stress disorder. Saranne shares a personal account of caring for someone caught in the doom-scrolling spiral, highlighting its detrimental effects on their overall well-being. 2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025, and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025. Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 150 countries across 7 continents and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg. To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation: https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest: https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest: https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage: https://www.comedycures.org/ Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution: http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review. Have a blessed day! Saranne