Godsplaining Dealing with Digital Addiction
Apr 24, 2025
Dive into the intriguing world of digital addiction and its impact on society. The discussion raises questions about corporate data manipulation and its emotional toll. Philosophical insights reveal how technology can turn users into mere products. Delve into the psychology behind habit formation and the pleasure principle, all while exploring effective strategies to combat digital dependency. The conversation emphasizes the importance of nurturing real-world connections and reclaiming personal time amidst the social media noise.
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Data Manipulation by Corporations
- Big corporations manipulate our inner world for profit using our personal data.
- This creates confusion where our inner thoughts and outer influences blur into a tangled experience.
You Are The Product
- Social media companies don't sell products, they sell you as the product.
- This realization flips the way we think about interactions with the digital world.
St. Thomas on Habits
- Habits stabilize the powers of intellect and will, shaping personality and character.
- We build a "second nature" by training our natural powers either positively or negatively.