Why Friction Is Your Friend

EV Range Anxiety & Your Brain — The Recharge Equation

That panic when your EV battery dips low? Your brain feels it too. It’s called range anxiety — and it doesn’t just happen on highways. It happens in your head when you run on empty. In this episode of The Glitch in My Brain, I share how chasing chargers on a BC highway taught me the formula for recharging more than just a battery. The Recharge Equation explains why input (sleep, nutrition, downtime) vs. output (work, school, family demands) decides whether you’re energized or always drained. You’ll hear: * The EV road trip story that revealed the Recharge Equation * Why your brain works more like a battery than you realize * The myth of “pushing through” and all-nighters * Simple recharge strategies that stop you from hitting 2% Whether you’re a student, a pro, or just tired of running on empty, this episode will help you recharge smarter instead of burning out. 👉 Want more? Check out the Digital Survival Kit playlist with episodes on Wi-Fi stress, outsmarting your phone, and resetting your energy.

Quick Glitch: Wi-Fi Anxiety Is Real

Quick Glitch: Wi-Fi Anxiety Is Real (Mini Episode) There’s a special kind of panic we all know: the Wi-Fi drops, Zoom freezes, and suddenly everything depends on three little bars. In this snack-sized Quick Glitch episode, I break down why Wi-Fi anxiety hits so hard, share some funny “frozen screen” moments we’ve all lived through, and—most importantly—how to stay calm when the signal disappears. This one’s shorter (I’m filming on vacation), but it packs in real talk and quick takeaways to help you handle the next time your Wi-Fi betrays you.

Why Friction Is Your Friend

Have you ever paid for something and had no idea where your money went? In a world obsessed with convenience, our brains are quietly losing the ability to pause and think. This week, we dive into the paradox of frictionless tech, from the coffee shop to the mailbox, and reveal how our easy digital habits are costing us more than we think. In this episode, you’ll learn simple, powerful ways to reclaim your focus with intentional friction, including the App Placement Hack and the Notification Control Hack. This isn't about being anti-tech; it's about being pro-brain.

Buzzwords

Are tech buzzwords making you feel stupid? You’re not. You’re just burned out. In this episode, we’re demystifying the jargon you hear every day—like “The Cloud,” “Digital Transformation,” and “2FA”—and uncovering the hidden costs they have on your mental energy. We get to the heart of the tech that’s quietly shaping our lives so you can get back to what actually matters. Pause. Breathe. Reboot.

Think AI Just Helps You? It’s Training You Too

In this episode, Shaun delves into the intricacies of AI and large language models (LLMs), emphasizing their capabilities and limitations. He discusses the mechanics of LLMs, the hallucination problem where AI generates plausible but incorrect information, and the black box issue that leads to biases in AI outputs. Shaun warns against the cognitive impacts of over-reliance on AI, advocating for AI literacy and the importance of maintaining human connection in communication. He concludes with practical tips for effectively using AI while preserving critical thinking and personal voice.