The Easy, Simple Fix for Exhaustion, Foggy Brain, and Back Pain | Manoush Zomorodi

Manoush Zomorodi is an award-winning journalist, bestselling author, and host of NPR's "TED Radio Hour," where she explores fascinating ideas with the world's greatest thinkers. She is the author of a new book called BODY ELECTRIC: The Hidden Health Costs of the Digital Age and New Science to Reclaim Your Well-Being. You can also subscribe to her newsletter, Manoush Minutes.

In this episode we talk about:

What constant screen time is doing to your brain and body
Why feeling tired all the time might not be what you think
A simple shift that could boost your energy and focus
The hidden ways tech is messing with your physical health
What you're missing when you ignore your body's signals
Why more productivity hacks might actually backfire
Small changes that could make a big difference in how you feel

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