Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now

Virtual reality pioneer Jaron Lanier argues that we’re better off without social media. In his book, he offers personal reasons for leaving these dangerous online platforms.

Social media brings out the worst in us, makes politics terrifying, tricks us with popularity and success illusions, distorts our relationship with truth, disconnects us despite increased connectivity, and robs us of free will with targeted ads. How can we remain autonomous in a world of constant surveillance and manipulation by wealthy corporations? How can social media benefits outweigh personal dignity, happiness, and freedom? Lanier, a tech optimist, demonstrates the evil of social media business models while envisioning a humanistic social networking setting that can lead to a richer and fuller life.

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