esophageal compression
the human downgrade
the human downgrade
she falls asleep
with her phone
in her hands
most nights
when the dopamine
rush
burns out
—
tired mind
bent neck
high pillows
on a blanket
of addictive
ultra-processed
information
—
she used to dream
about gardens
and galaxies
—
the human downgrade
algorithmic domestication
a surrendering of self
artificial
parasocial
compression
can-make-a-girl
dyspeptic
—
distracted
—
unsure
of who she is
insecure
about her own
self worth
We are worth more when we are addicted, distracted, polarized, and lonely, where our attention is being monetized.
Tristan Harris, (1984 – ), American technology ethicist…
[president & co-founder, Center for Humane Technology]
thoracic decompression
a restorative practice
set the pillows
to the side
lay back
upon a block
or a bolster
exhale
let your ribs
soften
as your heart
gently rises
toward the sky
inhale
feel your breath
pour across
your chest
as your heart-space
opens
and hold
breathe out
as your shoulders
release
melting back
from your collarbones
letting go
letting go
soften your eyebrows
unclench your jaw
relax your tongue
—
release what no longer needs holding
courageous conversations about the human condition
freedom ~ mortality ~ loneliness ~ meaning
& connection — in the age of AI
🗣️ thank you Jo, Lys, L-Woot, Susie, & swami D.