Social media and mainstream media have created a sick society.
We are polarized like never before. I watch a Netflix movie called, The Social Dilemma. They explain in the film that the unintended consequences of feeding you content you like may narrow your perspective.
Scott Adams, videos, and podcasts delves into the subjects all the time. He is a trained hypnotist and has written several excellent books on the subject as well—one of the most poignant ones is Loserthink.
We are all guilty to a certain extent of confirmation bias, and it's only gettings worse. All your Facebook and Twitter friends think, act and hold the same views as you do. You then hang out with like-minded folks and choose only the news and entertainment that reflects your new narrowing worldview. In the world today, you can also find the church or club of your choice that adheres to your way of believing and thinking.
You dare not confront or interact with anyone holding opposing viewpoints because they are dangerous to your psyche.
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