Insight Porn - or the flood of stupid advice from the internet

In the article "Insight Porn" by Jakob Greenfeld, the phenomenon of information overload in today's world is discussed. The author points out how access to vast amounts of information can lead to what he calls 'insight porn'—a situation where people consume information that seems interesting or inspiring, yet does not lead to any practical change. Greenfeld argues that much of this information is superficial and does not contribute to our growth or understanding of the world around us. Instead, he encourages readers to seek deeper, more practical, and less superficial information that can influence our thinking and actions. By doing so, we can avoid the traps of moral superiority and make more conscious choices in our everyday lives. This piece effectively highlights the stark difference between consuming information for the sake of feeling enlightened versus using it to drive meaningful change.