The Village Sessions the dark side of dopamine | pornography, chatgpt, AI, & facebook groups
Aug 29, 2025
Dive into the fascinating world of dopamine and how it shapes relationships and social media interactions. Discover the rise of AI as an ego-booster, even stepping into roles once reserved for spiritual beliefs. Explore the impact of pornography on dopamine regulation and the unique ways women engage in validation-seeking behaviors. Unpack the intricate balance between technology, emotional connections, and the importance of self-awareness in navigating today’s digital landscape.
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Dopamine's Original Purpose Versus Tech Hijack
- Dopamine rewards connection, challenge, and creativity but modern tech hijacks it through passive rewards.
- Platforms turn inactivity into a dopamine source, rewiring attention and motivation.
Audit Your Dopamine Set Point
- Know your personal grid and set points before judging technology or others.
- Examine how screen time, nature, and touch shape your dopamine baseline and act intentionally.
Child Reactivity After Fast Videos
- Michale noticed her son became more reactive for about 24 hours after watching high-frame-rate videos.
- That experiment affirmed their family boundaries and screen-time values.
