RE: Something Different: Entry 1
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I never had this problem with the video platforms, since videos aren't really my thing. I have been alarmed to find that if I fall asleep with 'autoplay' on, I wake to Al-Quaeda recruitment videos. Apparently wanting to get off-grid is a jihadist mentality.
I suffer this problem with Twitter, where the bite-sized drivel is easier for me to swallow. It starts out 'let's check my Twitter feed' and three hours later ends up with me glancing at the clock and jumping away from the screen in alarm.
The dumbing down is intentional... the algorithms try to push us things that we'll feel emotional about, so we stay engaged. Unfortunately, it seems that most people get more emotional as you take intellect away from content.
Good to have you back among us!