I have a confession to make: I’ve hacked your biology.
As a UX designer, I’ve worked on creating experiences that are engaging, seamless, and even fun. But engagement doesn’t happen by chance—it’s built on psychological principles that tap into your brain’s reward systems.
A thread.
As a UX designer, I’ve worked on creating experiences that are engaging, seamless, and even fun. But engagement doesn’t happen by chance—it’s built on psychological principles that tap into your brain’s reward systems.
A thread.
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FOMO (fear of missing out), dopamine triggers, endless scroll and other devices—all work together to keep us connected to apps, platforms, and content. And they’re optimized by teams of very smart people singularly focused on growing engagement.
But I also realized something deeper: they affect us on a biological level. They keep us coming back for more, sometimes at the cost of our focus, time, and mental health. #uxdesign
Why do I reach for my phone without thinking? Why is it so hard to put it down?
It turns out, these aren’t just personal quirks—they’re part of how our brains respond to intentional design choices. #biohacking
1️⃣ #mentalhealth matters: Constant connection isn’t always good for us.
2️⃣ Opportunity cost: Every minute scrolling is a minute lost.
3️⃣ Awareness is power: Knowing how these systems work helps us reclaim #control.
It’s about understanding how the tools we use every day shape our lives and choices. By becoming aware of how engagement techniques influence us, we can decide when to engage—and when to step away. #selfawareness #reclaimyourpower
This network feels like a step in the right direction: it’s not (yet) optimized or run by current overly-powerful mega corps.
If you’re reading this, I hope it sparks reflection. Together, we can create healthier #digitalhabits