Send us a textTaylor Swift’s engagement is making headlines but what is it doing to our mental health? In this episode of The Mental Health Janitors, Sgt Q (Aaron Quinonez) and Holly “Mrs. Q” Quinonez explore how our obsession with celebrity culture distracts us from real growth. Using Taylor Swift’s engagement as a case study, they break down how dopamine-driven media feeds mental fragility and steals our focus from things that actually build resilience.From the battlefield to the brain, they unpack how the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC), daily habits, and discomfort forge true mental strength. If you’ve ever felt stuck in victim mentality, low motivation, or endless scrolling, this episode is your wake-up call.It's time to trade distractions for discipline and start building the life you actually want.Timestamps:00:00 – Mental Health Janitors Intro & Doc Jess Recovery Update02:15 – Celebrity Obsession and Its Negative Impact on Mental Health08:30 – Social Media, Instant Gratification, and False Dopamine Hits15:00 – How Participation Trophies Weaken Mental Toughness22:00 – Building Resilience Through Hardship: ACC and Marine Corps Lessons30:00 – Discipline vs Motivation: What Drives Personal Growth38:00 – Breaking the Victim Mentality to Reclaim Mental Health45:00 – Daily Habits That Build Long-Term Mental Resilience52:00 – Empowering Personal Growth Through Education and Support SystemsJoin the Conversation & Access More ResourcesBe part of our Workplace Wellness Facebook group for practical mental health tips, real-world advice, and ongoing support from people who get it.🔗 Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1988960518109166/ Listen to This Episode On:🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0nPegvqPi1AO47Xbx3EvNz?si=d2cdfa086c32460c 🎧 Website - https://thementalhealthjanitors.com/ 🎧 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/the-mental-health-janitors/ Connect with Aaron “Sgt Q” Quinonez:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SgtQ13LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/keynotespeakerbusinessscalingcoachbetabloxjudgerealitytvstarpodcaster/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sgt.q_/?hl=en Support the show

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