Comments by "LancesArmorStriking" (@LancesArmorStriking) on "Social Media's Dark Side: How Facebook and Snapchat Try to Steal Our Self-Worth | Tristan Harris" video.

  1. GoatzAreEpic Maokai Hey. I know I'm a year late here, but I'm dealing with the same problem. I've been addicted (unable to cut back) on watching YouTube for about 8 years now. I've watched the site grow and change, from its earliest days. Tdlr is watch in moderation. Complex answer is this: Ever think back to the way YouTube was when your first used it? When I did, in 2008, there wasn't a Trending Tab. There were no ads and clickbait wasn't a thing (until the "RE:" video girls). Vevo wasn't a thing, and people weren't begging for likes and notification bells and Patreon. Most importantly, two things: People made things because they had a passion for it, and the sidebar wasn't broken. Currently, everything seems like it's for money. I can't go a day without seeing a sponsored video, or clickbait title for views. Back then, people spent months or years just making things because why the fuck not lol (Lazer collection, YouTube Poop videos, even FRED)? Even better, when you scrolled down, the other videos weren't just from the same channel, or popular youtubers, or TV shows. It was so much easier to find cool content then. That's what I think I miss the most. So I'd recommend you cut back— don't completely stop, because YouTube still has a lot of amazing new creators, but remember what YouTube has done to try and keep your attention— they're desperate for it. Don't give them the satisfaction, and take full advantage of what YouTube has to offer instead. Good luck!
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