All is Calm, Unless You're On Instagram!

The festive season is sold to us as a time of joy, connection and warmth - but for many, it’s also a time of overwhelm, comparison, and digital distraction.

Join Professor of Chartered Psychology John McAlaney, Founder and Psychotherapist in Training, Cate Murden and ethical business coach Nick Whitnell for a reflective, research-led and emotionally honest conversation about how social media and tech affect us emotionally during the Christmas period - and what we can do about it. This isn’t about demonising your phone or going off-grid; it’s about creating more space for choice, connection, and presence (alongside your presents).

Together, we’ll explore:

• Why tech feels harder to manage at this time of year
• How platforms hijack our nervous systems and play on our fears of missing out
• And how to slow down, opt out of the comparison trap, and reconnect with what really matters

Expect research insights, personal reflections, and plenty of time to share your own thoughts and experiences.