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being offline is cool now?

anything goes with emma chamberlain

2025/12/25
anything goes with emma chamberlain

anything goes with emma chamberlain

2025/12/25
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[video available on spotify] for the last few months my algorithm has been feeding me content about how being offline is the new cool. for years i’ve been talking about the impact of being chronically online. so today i thought we would dig into this cultu...

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In recent months, a quiet rebellion has been brewing against the always-on digital lifestyle. What was once a constant stream of updates, stories, and shares is now giving way to a new cultural ideal—one that values silence, privacy, and presence over performance.
03:06
Social media no longer feels like a space for casual connection.
11:23
Being mysterious is cooler than constantly posting about yourself
14:07
Posting less on social media is now seen as cool due to awareness of its negative impact.
28:00
Simply deleting toxic apps on a smartphone can be more practical than switching to a flip phone.
35:33
Discovered a song I thought was unique, only to find it used by others on Instagram through algorithmic recommendations.
38:10
Algorithms may create a false sense of individuality by feeding users stereotypical content.
46:05
Dating apps can be addictive and lack the magic of real-life connections
51:00
Social media will evolve into a platform where most users consume content without posting.
53:37
The internet has had a negative impact, and society needs to heal by reconnecting with the real world.

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Why is everyone suddenly going offline?
00:00
How constant posting took a toll on mental well-being
08:38
Is mystery the new form of self-protection online?
14:07
Can you truly be 'digital minimalist' while still online?
22:05
Are smartphones stealing our real-life moments?
33:00
Do algorithms shape who we think we are?
38:10
Why doesn’t online dating feel like real love?
43:31
Is being offline just another performance?
48:34
What does a balanced digital life look like in the future?
53:37

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Emma Chamberlain: For the last few months, my algorithm has been feeding me content about one particular conversation. And at first, I thought it was hyper-specific to me. But as it continued to fill my feed, day in and day out, especially on YouTube, I st...