Posts by alexelcu@fosstodon.org
(DIR) Post #APLqp9pWX8Mnq9FrQ8 by alexelcu@fosstodon.org
2022-11-07T05:58:52Z
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The problem with #SocialMedia is the notifications.Any app that has notifications works like a slot machine, as you're inclined to pull the lever in order to be rewarded. Reward increases dopamine, leading to addiction. And you're not always rewarded, but the uncertainty of the outcome actually increases addiction.It's why people continually check their phone, many times ignoring the person in front of them, trading complex social interactions for shallow ones…
(DIR) Post #APLqpAKif9JvOtqm2q by alexelcu@fosstodon.org
2022-11-07T06:02:50Z
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#Mastodon has many features that are anti-engagement, I'm pleased, having suffered in the past by an addictive relationship with social media.But it may not be enough. It may be best for our mental health for the smartphone to not be so smart. Social media doesn't have to follow us everywhere we go.I actually contemplated a return to a dumbphone. I won't do it, since it's too useful, but I can certainly uninstall all social media from it.
(DIR) Post #APOshTWVbZTfjr2EtM by alexelcu@fosstodon.org
2022-11-08T15:00:29Z
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@softinio how hard is it to self-host? Does it consume a lot of resources?@rossabaker
(DIR) Post #APSnewgH8h9RgNt25A by alexelcu@fosstodon.org
2022-11-10T14:33:32Z
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@stux 👍 I disagree on the leftist bit. At least for now, the Mastodon instances I've seen seem leftist.On the other hand, this is fine, even for right-leaning people, like me.1. Instances can have their own moderation rules;2. There's less politics & the few interactions I've had have been respectful; can't figure out if this is just the culture here, or a feature of the software, but for now the conversations are less adversarial;Politeness & empathy are good for everyone.