Category: The Way
The Algorithm and the Altar: Escaping the Game of Ritual Religion
In a digital world ruled by algorithms and dopamine rewards, it’s easy to think we’ve moved beyond ancient ritualism. But if you pay attention to how people behave online, you’ll see the truth: we haven’t escaped the game—we’ve just given it a new platform. Every day, social media users are trained. Say the right words, hit the trending topics, stir just enough controversy—and the system…