The Psychology of your 20s 27. Is social media corrupting your brain?
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Mar 30, 2022 This discussion delves into how social media shapes the behavior of young adults, exploring addiction and the pursuit of social validation. It highlights the psychological toll of constant social comparison, revealing how curated online personas can lead to feelings of inadequacy. The conversation also urges listeners to reflect on their digital habits and the disconnect from real-world mindfulness, while teasing future insights on love languages and related research.
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Social Media's Grip
- Social media platforms exploit our brains' social information processing and tribal instincts.
- This keeps us returning for the reward of feeling connected, even if it's not genuine.
Tribal Networks
- Our brains are wired for tribal networks, crucial for survival in the past.
- Social media exploits this instinct, making us feel connected even through a screen.
Exploiting Tribal Instincts
- Social media platforms exploit our tribal instincts to maintain large social networks.
- This drive, once crucial for survival, is now hijacked for profit.