1675 || how social media manipulates

Social media + persuasive technologies exploit our brain's vulnerabilities to ensure we stay engaged with their apps.

Creating a sense of urgency,Encouraging constant seeking, Comparing ourselves to others,Engaging with negative content,Isolating us in bubbles.

To combat this, slow the fuck down.

The Khan Academy offers free courses and today I sped through their lesson on "persuasive technology" and how we can push back against it, to reclaim what is ours.

Read episode scripts on Julie's Medium Blog.

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