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The Dangers of Self-Delusion and Data-Driven Lives
This chapter examines self-delusion as a necessary trait for courage while critiquing the rise of technology in tracking emotional responses. It warns against reducing complex human experiences to data points, stressing the ethical implications of tools like the People Keeper app that disconnect individuals from emotional intelligence. The discussion extends to the impact of technology on relationships, privacy, and the cultural shift towards emotional avoidance, highlighting the risks of a society where genuine human connections are overshadowed by data-driven experiences.