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« on: November 22, 2023, 06:49:05 pm »Western politicians are prostitutes.
Posted by: LeaveTheShireNow!
« on: November 22, 2023, 05:19:48 pm »Should add to the above comment, Hasbara has been more "effective against western politicians" than the western general public. But that's more to do with how many western politicians behave themselves rather than Hasbara being great liars I think? 
Posted by: LeaveTheShireNow!
« on: November 22, 2023, 05:14:50 pm »LOL:
Is Israel losing the social media war?
Hasbara was never that good at it's job in my opinion. Getting a bunch of college students to muddy the waters on social media and online forums might reap short-term benefits, but eventually it will lose effectiveness. I think that's what we're seeing happen now. The problem with a narrative built on a foundation of lies is the fact that one will need to keep coming up with new and better lies to cover up the last set of lies that fell apart. I don't see a bunch of college students being able to pull something like that off indefinitely, especially when other college interests are present, like partying and studying for example?
From 2013:
Prime Minister's Office Recruiting Students to Wage Online Hasbara Battles
Is Israel losing the social media war?
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Israeli propaganda is being mocked online after a series of controversial videos and statements were released by the military. Social media users, particularly those from Generation Z, are using the platforms to highlight the inconsistencies in Israel’s narrative and highlight the plight of the Palestinians, undermining Israel’s public diplomacy strategy known as Hasbara.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O48XUHCzd_s
Hasbara was never that good at it's job in my opinion. Getting a bunch of college students to muddy the waters on social media and online forums might reap short-term benefits, but eventually it will lose effectiveness. I think that's what we're seeing happen now. The problem with a narrative built on a foundation of lies is the fact that one will need to keep coming up with new and better lies to cover up the last set of lies that fell apart. I don't see a bunch of college students being able to pull something like that off indefinitely, especially when other college interests are present, like partying and studying for example?
From 2013:
Prime Minister's Office Recruiting Students to Wage Online Hasbara Battles
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PMO and national student union to create covert units at universities to engage in diplomacy via social media; unit heads to receive full scholarships.https://www.haaretz.com/2013-08-13/ty-article/.premium/social-media-hasbara-worth-millions/0000017f-dee6-df9c-a17f-fefed0690000
Posted by: Adding
« on: November 07, 2023, 01:06:56 pm »Senators hold hearing on social media and teen mental health crisis
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Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., discusses the Tuesday SJC subcommittee hearing on social media and teen mental health crisis.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wei33fRP3a8
Posted by: christianbethel
« on: July 26, 2023, 12:53:33 pm »Do you think it has something to do with the Online Disinhibition Effect?
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Another type of online disinhibition is called toxic disinhibition, which represents an increased tendency towards online flaming and inappropriate behaviors. These often contain hostile language, swearing, and even threats.[1] This norm describes the negative side effect of the loss of inhibition on the cyberspace. The antisocial behaviors caused by toxic disinhibition not only occur in multiple online platforms like blogs, hate sites, and comment sections, but also exist in diverse forms which include cyberbullying, social loafing and more.
Posted by: rp
« on: July 21, 2023, 02:02:15 am »" Reddit counts as social media as well, and it’s not any less toxic than other forms of social media. Especially if you’re browsing r/all or the Popular tab"
Reddit is also racist as f*ck. The amount of racism that's allowed to be posted on there is unbelievable. I was just browsing it yesterday, and almost every post with "non-Whites" in it had racist comments on it. It was really traumatizing, because it reminded me how racist this country still is, whereas before I was largely sheltered from it offline.
Reddit is also racist as f*ck. The amount of racism that's allowed to be posted on there is unbelievable. I was just browsing it yesterday, and almost every post with "non-Whites" in it had racist comments on it. It was really traumatizing, because it reminded me how racist this country still is, whereas before I was largely sheltered from it offline.
Posted by: SirGalahad
« on: July 21, 2023, 01:39:40 am »I don’t know if you guys have heard of the NoSurf community, but I’m really starting to understand their philosophy. I feel like the modern internet is making a lot of people a lot less happy overall. Before social media and the modern internet in general, there wasn’t nearly as much of a feedback loop of negativity. People weren’t being fed every single negative/upsetting incident or story happening on every single square inch of this planet, 24/7. Not only killing people’s moods in the process, but triggering even more negative incidences to happen, which is why copycat shootings tend to happen after shootings, and most likely one of the reasons why shootings have been steadily increasing in America since the 90s. Social media also straight up encourages toxicity and division, because inflammatory or baiting posts and comments are what get the most attention and are the most successful in the custom built algorithms of these social media apps, rather than innocuous or positive ones. I think the internet was better when it was just random forums and random personal websites that people made and maintained in their spare time. No social media in sight
If I were looking out for my own mental sanity, then I would stop browsing social media entirely (and for those who might need to hear this, Reddit counts as social media as well, and it’s not any less toxic than other forms of social media. Especially if you’re browsing r/all or the Popular tab). I would stick to this forum to get my news, so that my exposure to negative news stories is limited to AT MOST 30 minutes in total every day (preferably even less than that), and intentionally limited to stuff that’s actually relevant to my current politics. Innocuous online communities that I share interests with would also be okay, but other than that, the rest of my time would be spent outside of social media. No more scrolling endlessly to kill time or hoard information, no more reading comments in random posts.
On the other hand, the modern internet is also an effective place for activism, especially since the rest of the human population has also been sucked into this addiction and dependence on social media, providing a massive audience for that activism. So it might be irresponsible to make a permanent decision to cut off these things, since I’m effectively deserting the battlefield, even if it would make me much more content with my life. Can we even still say that real life activism is that much more effective than online activism, when people are spending more and more time online to begin with? I would like to think so, and I would definitely like to choose real life activism any day of the week, but what scares me is that an argument can be made for the other side
This is a long enough rant as is, but another thing I miss about the pre-social media, pre-smartphone world is the sense of presence. I miss being a kid, and not immediately reaching for my phone when I woke up. It was okay to not immediately do something. It was okay to stare at your room for a bit and just be present, before you got out of bed. Or to just brush your teeth, or watch TV, or play a game. Now I need something playing on YouTube most of the time when I do any of those things, to stave off the loneliness and help me focus on the main thing that I’m doing, whether that be brushing my teeth or making food or playing a game. This last part might just be me, but I think the rest of the rant will be relevant in at least some form to other people
If I were looking out for my own mental sanity, then I would stop browsing social media entirely (and for those who might need to hear this, Reddit counts as social media as well, and it’s not any less toxic than other forms of social media. Especially if you’re browsing r/all or the Popular tab). I would stick to this forum to get my news, so that my exposure to negative news stories is limited to AT MOST 30 minutes in total every day (preferably even less than that), and intentionally limited to stuff that’s actually relevant to my current politics. Innocuous online communities that I share interests with would also be okay, but other than that, the rest of my time would be spent outside of social media. No more scrolling endlessly to kill time or hoard information, no more reading comments in random posts.
On the other hand, the modern internet is also an effective place for activism, especially since the rest of the human population has also been sucked into this addiction and dependence on social media, providing a massive audience for that activism. So it might be irresponsible to make a permanent decision to cut off these things, since I’m effectively deserting the battlefield, even if it would make me much more content with my life. Can we even still say that real life activism is that much more effective than online activism, when people are spending more and more time online to begin with? I would like to think so, and I would definitely like to choose real life activism any day of the week, but what scares me is that an argument can be made for the other side
This is a long enough rant as is, but another thing I miss about the pre-social media, pre-smartphone world is the sense of presence. I miss being a kid, and not immediately reaching for my phone when I woke up. It was okay to not immediately do something. It was okay to stare at your room for a bit and just be present, before you got out of bed. Or to just brush your teeth, or watch TV, or play a game. Now I need something playing on YouTube most of the time when I do any of those things, to stave off the loneliness and help me focus on the main thing that I’m doing, whether that be brushing my teeth or making food or playing a game. This last part might just be me, but I think the rest of the rant will be relevant in at least some form to other people
Posted by: guest98
« on: July 12, 2023, 02:08:53 pm »https://scitechdaily.com/scientists-uncover-startling-impacts-of-excessive-youtube-on-loneliness-and-mental-health/?expand_article=1
Scientists Uncover Startling Impacts of Excessive YouTube on Loneliness and Mental Health
Scientists Uncover Startling Impacts of Excessive YouTube on Loneliness and Mental Health
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Researchers have found a link between frequent YouTube use and increased levels of loneliness, anxiety, and depression, especially in users under 29 years old who watch content about others’ lives. They call for limiting YouTube time, encouraging other forms of social interaction, and improving algorithmic systems to guide users toward verified positive mental health content.
Research conducted by the Australian Institute for Suicide Research and Prevention (AISRAP) suggests that regular YouTube users are more likely to experience increased levels of loneliness, anxiety, and depression.
They found the most negatively affected individuals were those under 29 years of age, or who regularly watched content about other people’s lives.
“These online ‘relationships’ can fill a gap for people who, for example, have social anxiety, however, it can exacerbate their issues when they don’t engage in face-to-face interactions, which are especially important in developmental years,” he said.
“We recommend individuals limit their time on YouTube and seek out other forms of social interaction to combat loneliness and promote positive mental health.”
For the purpose of the study, over two hours per day of YouTube consumption was classed as high-frequency use and over five hours a day as saturated use.
The study also determined more needed to be done to prevent suicide-related content from being recommended to users based on algorithms for suggested viewing.
While ideally, people shouldn’t be able to search for these topics and be exposed to methods, the YouTube algorithm does push recommendations or suggestions based on previous searches, which can send users further down a disturbing ‘rabbit hole’.
“With vulnerable children and adolescents who engage in high-frequency use, there could be value in monitoring and intervention through artificial intelligence,” Dr. Balcombe said.
Posted by: guest98
« on: June 19, 2023, 04:13:08 pm »https://www.ctvnews.ca/sci-tech/loneliness-insomnia-associated-with-frequent-use-of-ai-systems-at-work-study-1.6446026
Loneliness, insomnia associated with frequent use of AI systems at work: study
Loneliness, insomnia associated with frequent use of AI systems at work: study
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The artificial intelligence revolution is underway and with it comes a range of questions about what the future of work will entail — such as how working with AI systems may impact employees.
A new study published in the Journal of Applied Psychology aims to answer that question.
Researchers conducted four experiments in the United States, Taiwan, Indonesia and Malaysia and found consistent results across the board — employees who regularly use AI systems have a higher chance of experiencing loneliness, which can lead to insomnia.
The researchers note that their findings don’t prove that working with AI systems causes loneliness or insomnia, but there is an association among them.
In that experiment, employees who interacted with AI systems more often had a higher chance of experiencing loneliness, insomnia and increased alcohol consumption after work.
“The rapid advancement in AI systems is sparking a new industrial revolution that is reshaping the workplace with many benefits but also some uncharted dangers, including potentially damaging mental and physical impacts for employees,” Tang said in a news release.
“Humans are social animals, and isolating work with AI systems may have damaging spillover effects into employees’ personal lives.”
Tang said AI developers should think about equipping their systems with social features, such as a human voice, to imitate human interactions. He also suggests that employers limit the amount of time workers spend using AI systems while providing more opportunities for employees to socialize with their peers.
Posted by: 2ThaSun
« on: June 19, 2023, 03:55:03 pm »I agree. I thought that something like this was a great idea for American leftists and American Folkish Nationalists in general: https://trueleft.createaforum.com/true-left-vs-false-left/firearms/?message=19917
Seems to me it would be a great way for American leftists in general to connect.
After looking the Socialist Rifle Association up though, it does not seem to be very active unfortunately, atleast not in my area? Perhaps this is something American True Leftists can change?
What better way to start a folkish community than with a community that polices itself?
Seems to me it would be a great way for American leftists in general to connect.
After looking the Socialist Rifle Association up though, it does not seem to be very active unfortunately, atleast not in my area? Perhaps this is something American True Leftists can change?
What better way to start a folkish community than with a community that polices itself?
Posted by: guest98
« on: June 19, 2023, 03:01:17 pm »In a society that promotes fakeness, selfishness and competitiveness it makes sense that the people in would try to one up each other in order to gain some prestige or for a ego boost, unfortunately this leads to a very shallow, inauthentic, unhealthy psychological climate. This is why it's important to create united folkish communities, once such a community is established then genuine friendships will arise naturally out of it.
Posted by: 2ThaSun
« on: June 19, 2023, 01:04:57 pm »Psychology: ‘Success Bombing’ Is the Awkward Friendship Issue That No One Talks About
See also: https://trueleft.createaforum.com/issues/indian-attitudes/
https://trueleft.createaforum.com/issues/psychological-decolonization/
https://trueleft.createaforum.com/true-left-vs-false-left/childcare-issues/
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If you're happy and not angry you're not paying attention...
If you talk about your own success while the planet is literally going down the toilet you're just selfish and not paying attention, and you're one of the reasons the planet and life in general is in such bad shape!
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Success bombing is a symptom of our increasingly narcissistic culture, and it’s having a negative impact on friendships.
We’ve all got that one friend in our lives who constantly blows up our WhatsApp chat with endless stories about their own success (and, if you don’t, there’s every chance it’s you). From long missives about the myriad chores they’ve ticked off over the weekend, to – yes, really – a photograph of their salary slip after an eye watering pay rise, it’s all the sort of stuff you love to see happen for the people you love. Unless…
Well, unless they never talk about anything else, that is. Or ask you how you are. Or, y’know, give you a moment to talk about all the exciting developments in your own life, maybe.
We’re talking, of course, about success bombing. And it is, in this age of social media, a thoroughly 2021 problem.
What is Success Bombing?
“Success bombing is the term coined for the need someone has to show off about their success all the time,” explains writer and mental health campaigner Neev Spencer.
“It’s a constant, shameless need to get one up on the other person and bomb them with a greater success than theirs. This breeds a very unhealthy mindset. Mix in a dose of social media which gives you an endless room to brag, and you’re left with a very narcissistic culture. Celebrate life’s blessings by all means – but stay humble.”
Why Do Some People Feel the Need to Bomb Others with Their Success?
“Really successful people often don’t look for that outward validation – they have that within the core of who they are and that’s what drives them forward to be the best,” explains Spencer.
“Being of Indian heritage, I have been a victim of success bombing on a global stage from every single aunty in my community, showing off their children’s achievements to my parents: ‘Did you know my son got into Oxford University?’ ‘He was top of his class at school you know.’ But, when people do this, it’s usually an indication that they have deep rooted insecurities and a need to constantly feel as if they are climbing the ladder one step ahead of the rest.
See also: https://trueleft.createaforum.com/issues/indian-attitudes/
https://trueleft.createaforum.com/issues/psychological-decolonization/
https://trueleft.createaforum.com/true-left-vs-false-left/childcare-issues/
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“People who incessantly brag about themselves are usually more likely consistently share on social media, looking for a dopamine hit of appreciation which comes from likes, comments and DMs, and there’s research to suggest that the hit we get from those instant responses, is similar to that of sex, so it’s no surprise we all get sucked into a vortex of wanting gratification sometimes.”Entire article: https://getpocket.com/explore/item/psychology-success-bombing-is-the-awkward-friendship-issue-that-no-one-talks-about?utm_source=pocket-newtab
Spencer cautions: “However, there is a real difference between someone ‘showing off’ here and there, and success bombing on a daily basis. These ‘bombs’ are often misjudged moments requiring applause and come from a deep rooted issue they may have with themselves and how they’re seen by the rest of the world.
“As the singer Frank Ocean quotes, ‘Work hard in silence. Let your success make the noise.’ Happy people don’t go through life collecting recognition – they give it away.”...
If you're happy and not angry you're not paying attention...
If you talk about your own success while the planet is literally going down the toilet you're just selfish and not paying attention, and you're one of the reasons the planet and life in general is in such bad shape!
Posted by: 2ThaSun
« on: May 28, 2023, 02:25:07 pm »The Social Media Drug: Is it Ruining Our Kid's Childhoods?
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Social media is ubiquitous among young people. But is it safe? Dr. Vivek Murthy, Surgeon General of the United States, joins Offline to break down a new Surgeon General’s Advisory that warns social media may be harmful to children and offers Jon a doctor’s perspective on how to overcome his phone addiction.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1wBXypkUHM
Posted by: guest98
« on: May 24, 2023, 02:42:25 pm »People are just ass holes in general or two-faced.
Posted by: 2ThaSun
« on: May 23, 2023, 06:44:02 pm »I went to High School in the U.S. long before social media existed and people were getting called much worse than "retard" even then. When I first arrived in the U.S. school system people were calling me "Nazi" just because they knew I was from Germany...