Unlocking Us with Brené Brown Brené and Barrett reflect on the "Living Beyond Human Scale" Podcast Series
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May 15, 2024 
Brené and Barrett discuss the impact of AI and social media, reflecting on fast-paced changes in society. They explore topics like moral outrage on social media, activism, AI in sensitive sectors, ethical implications of technology, Dr. Joy Bolamwini's work, and the future of AI-driven workplaces.
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Salon Story That Sparked The Metaphor
- Brené tells a salon story where a stylist called her 'living beyond human scale' and it shifted her view of being disembodied by tech and velocity of life.
- The jet vs. two-seater pilot metaphor shows how technology can push us mentally far ahead of our bodies, causing disconnection and risk.
Attention Is An Undervalued Form Of Love
- Social media is a communication tool, not a substitute for genuine connection, and often produces counterfeit intimacy.
- Brené highlights that attention is an undervalued form of love and large follower counts rarely equal real relationships.
Outrage Feeds The Algorithmic Loop
- William Brady's work shows moral outrage can catalyze activism but also fuels dehumanization and performative belonging online.
- Algorithms amplify the most outraged content, making moral outrage profitable and socially corrosive.