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Latest — 28 Apr 2025

The Problem With Frictionless Design

In a world where a simple click on an iPhone makes a purchase and Netflix auto-plays the next episode, technology is perfecting seamless design. Frictionless design promised convenience. It delivered something else: unconscious living. Friction Creates Awareness In today's digital world, frictionless design has dominated a lot products

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Pseudo-Productivity: The Dangerous High of Feeling Busy

With popular apps like Notion, people have endless tools to organize and structure their day. While organization is valuable, the habit of perfecting plans is often mistaken for real progress. What Is Pseudo-Productivity? Pseudo-productivity is the trap of feeling productive without actually moving closer to your goals. It’s when

Why We Hardly Search for Videos Anymore?

Before you even know what you’re looking for, YouTube already does. It studies your watch time, your habits, your digital pulse and delivers just enough to keep you scrolling. You might open YouTube with a specific video in mind. But the moment the homepage loads, you're met

Digital Identity Formation: The Psychology Behind Game Avatars

It's apparent that today's youth values their digital identity. According to Roblox, "Over half, (56%) of Gen Z says styling their avatar is more important to them than their physical style." For context, Roblox is an online platform that lets users create, share, and

Why We Choose the Fighters We Do?

When I was a kid, I remember going to my friend's house and playing games like Super Smash Bros. Melee. For some reason, I always gravitated towards Link. For context, I look nothing like Link. My skin is brown, hair black, and I don't know how

“Who’s Here in 2025?” – The Micro‑Tribe Effect

You ever scroll through an older YouTube video and see this type of comment? "Anyone here in 2025?" Without thinking, you tap “Like,” maybe reply “Me,” and move on—feeling oddly connected to strangers you’ll never meet. The Comment That Won’t Die Date‑stamp comments are

Why Having Too Many Tabs Can Feel Overwhelming?

Do you ever find yourself with just too many tabs open on your browser? Example: Five YouTube videos, three random sites, two stray Reddit threads—plus one blank tab “just in case.” You get the point. Many people find themselves overwhelmed by this. But why? The Zeigarnik Effect Psychologists call

Why You’re Talking to ChatGPT Like a Therapist?

With AI seemingly taking over the world, it's not surprising the unique or 'bizarre' ways in which humans utilize artificial intelligence. Whether it's for a college essay that's due at 11:59 p.m. or help with a vibe coding gig, AI

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