Unlocking Us with Brené Brown Esther Perel on New AI – Artificial Intimacy
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Mar 20, 2024 
Brené Brown and Dr. Esther Perel explore the impact of social media and technology on human relationships, discussing modern loneliness, the power of attention in connections, bids for connection during conflicts, and navigating meaningful conversations to foster intimacy. They also touch on embracing vulnerability, building supportive communities, and reflecting on artificial intimacy in the digital age.
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Human Scale Problem
- Brené Brown shares a story about a man at a hair salon who told her she had a "human scale problem".
- He compared her busy life to a pilot flying too fast and high, losing touch with the present.
Living Beyond Human Scale
- Living beyond human scale means exceeding our physical, biological, and emotional capacities.
- This relates to our engagement with technology, social issues, and the sheer volume of information we consume.
Artificial Intimacy
- Esther Perel introduces the concept of "artificial intimacy," where interactions feel real but lack true connection.
- This often leads to loneliness despite being physically present with others.