SOLVED with Mark Manson

Why Modern Society Makes Us Feel More Lonely

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Mar 20, 2024
Dive into the intriguing paradoxes of modern loneliness. Discover how we're more connected yet feel isolated, with urban living intensifying those feelings. Explore the emotional pitfalls of social media and dating apps that offer superficial connections. The discussion highlights generational disparities in loneliness, emphasizing how teens are suffering despite being 'social.' Reflect on societal changes and the need for meaningful interactions in an increasingly individualistic era.
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INSIGHT

Dopamine Inequality

  • Social media's dopamine rush makes real-life interactions feel boring.
  • We've trained ourselves to swipe away from anything not instantly gratifying.
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Social Sorting Effect

  • Easy online connection with like-minded people lowers tolerance for differing views.
  • This creates social bubbles, echoing political echo chambers.
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Less Social, More Media

  • Social media is becoming less personal as people share less.
  • Content creation consolidates among a smaller group, shifting from social connection to passive consumption.
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