For some though, myself included, engaging in discussions is a dopamine high. As well as an intellectual or civil exercise. I live a relatively isolated existence in a small, rural community that...
For some though, myself included, engaging in discussions is a dopamine high. As well as an intellectual or civil exercise.
I live a relatively isolated existence in a small, rural community that does not reflect a lot of my values. For me, Reddit replaced Facebook as a vehicle through which I can engage with and feel connected to others. Despite the anonymity, each subreddit feels like a community.
While I could care less about gold and karma, I am sensitive to the upvotes/downvotes because it is so easy to perceive them as a representation of my value to the community. I know this is stupid, but I certainly can't ignore the dopamine when one of my comments is upvoted or gets a positive reply. This is much the same as Facebook was for me.
For some though, myself included, engaging in discussions is a dopamine high. As well as an intellectual or civil exercise.
I live a relatively isolated existence in a small, rural community that does not reflect a lot of my values. For me, Reddit replaced Facebook as a vehicle through which I can engage with and feel connected to others. Despite the anonymity, each subreddit feels like a community.
While I could care less about gold and karma, I am sensitive to the upvotes/downvotes because it is so easy to perceive them as a representation of my value to the community. I know this is stupid, but I certainly can't ignore the dopamine when one of my comments is upvoted or gets a positive reply. This is much the same as Facebook was for me.