An odd phenomenon in our culture

Humans have always had a pull to document themselves. Since we invented finger paintings in caves or writing, we have documented what happened, leading to learning and a deeper understanding.

What’s unusual now is the tendency to share over, to the point where one creates drama that simply isn’t there to have a viral moment.

You might be thinking, for instance, that you are hallucinating. But to have the cognitive ability to open your phone and hit play to show this is probably a sign you’re just fine. Another example, hitting play to record a crying session isn’t an authentic experience either.

The best moments might not be for the world to see.