why do we feel need to post everything? science and Islam behind it

About this episode

This episode explores the reasons behind our compulsive posting habits through the lens of science and Islamic reflections.

In a world where our lives are constantly curated for the feed, this episode dives deep into the question: Why do we feel the need to post everything? From dopamine hits and digital validation to the deeper spiritual questions we often ignore. We explore the science behind our posting habits and the Islamic reflections that challenge us to rethink our intentions. If you've ever felt like you're living your life more online than offline, this one’s for you.

People in this episode

Host: Esha Khan

Topics covered

• social media
• posting habits
• dopamine
• digital validation
• Islamic reflections
• intentions

Keywords

• social media
• dopamine
• digital validation
• Islam
• posting habits
• intentions
• curated lives

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Islam

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