20. Is there a spiritual cost to social media?

What are the hidden spiritual dangers lurking in our social media? In this thought-provoking episode of Into the Truth, Pierpaolo Finaldi and Fr Toby Lees OP, Director of ‪@radiomariaengland7369‬ dive into the ancient sin of acedia – restlessness – and how it’s resurfacing in today’s digital landscape. Fr Toby exposes the ways the attention economy hijacks our focus, leading to distraction, “brain rot,” and a loss of deeper meaning.

Discover powerful strategies to reclaim your attention, foster authentic connections, and find joy beyond the scroll. If you’ve ever felt spiritually drained by endless online content, this conversation is your guide to digital liberation.

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