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Have you ever opened TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube “just for 5 minutes,” and suddenly an hour has disappeared? That’s no accident—it’s manipulation. Social media platforms are designed to keep you scrolling, clicking, and consuming, all while shaping the way you think, feel, and even make decisions. In this episode of Manipulation Explained, we’ll break down 3 psychological tricks hidden in algorithms that control your attention without you even realizing it.

First, we’ll explore the infinite scroll effect—a design that hijacks your brain’s dopamine system, keeping you searching for the next “hit” of content. Then we’ll uncover how personalized recommendations don’t just show you what you like—they trap you inside echo chambers that reinforce your beliefs and emotions. Finally, we’ll reveal the variable reward system, the same principle slot machines use, which ensures you never quite know when you’ll get that next viral video, meme, or notification—so you keep coming back.

These tricks aren’t random. They’re carefully tested psychological tactics, used by billion-dollar companies to make sure your time and attention translate into profit. But once you understand how they work, you can spot the manipulation and take back control of your own mind.

If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so hard to put your phone down, this video will give you the answers. Stay tuned until the end, because I’ll also share practical tips on how to resist these psychological traps and use social media on your terms—not theirs.

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