#151 | How One 15-Minute Trick Can Transform Your Relationship With Your Phone (LGBTQ parent guidance)

Are you constantly scrolling but still feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck?

In this deeply relatable and practical conversation, Heather and wellness coach Tracy Whitmore unpack the toll social media is taking on our minds, bodies, and nervous systems — and how to create a more intentional, compassionate relationship with the digital world. From the psychology of algorithms to the physical signs of stress, this episode offers real talk and real tools.

• Learn how to check in with your body and set digital boundaries that protect your energy
• Discover simple tools (like the 15-minute alarm trick) to disrupt mindless scrolling
• Hear how your online habits affect your nervous system — and how to reclaim your peace

Press play now and learn how to navigate social media without sacrificing your mental health.

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Tracy's Bio:

Tracy Whitmore (she/her) is a Social Worker, Therapeutic Health, Wellness & Life Coach, and the Founder of Indigo Journey. She is also the author of It’s About You Too: Reducing the Overwhelm for Parents of LGBTQ+ Kids. With over 17 years of experience, Tracy provides therapeutic counselling, coaching, and support to 2SLGBTQ+ adults and families across Australia, Canada, and the U.S.

Outside of her work, Tracy finds joy in travel, beach walks, exploring forests, pickleball, swimming, yoga, meditation, jigsaw puzzles, and reading. She also values time spent with her children, grandchildren, partner, and loved ones.

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More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen explores connection, courage, and community for every concerned parent, mom, or ally navigating fear, grief, and bigotry with hope, resilience, and empathy. Through open-minded education, inclusive parenting guidance, and advocacy for mental health, safety, and a human first approach, we support LGBTQ youth and stand for human rights and social justice. More Human. More Kind. empowers listeners to shift their mindset, embrace activism and allyship, and lead with kindness, healing, and purpose.