What if the real battle of our time isn’t Left vs. Right… but Love vs. Manipulation?
In today’s episode of The Independents, Carla Gericke explores the ancient Greek definitions of love — from eros and agape to pragma, philia, mania, and more — and connects them to modern neuroscience, hormones, social trust, and the algorithmic attention economy.
Why are people more anxious, lonely, angry, and disconnected than ever before?
Because your consciousness is being hijacked.
This episode dives into:
• The 20+ ancient forms of love
• Why high-trust societies REQUIRE love
• How phones and doomscrolling affect your hormones
• Oxytocin, dopamine, serotonin & nervous system regulation
• Why the “love frequency” may actually be measurable
• The difference between presence and distraction
• COVID-era fear, manipulation, and engineered consent
• Why reciprocity, risk, and real human connection matter
Plus:
• Carla’s thoughts on the lab leak theory and accountability
• Why “romcom culture” is disappearing while horror dominates (tune in next time for the answer!)
• How the attention economy profits from fear, outrage, and fragmentation
If you want to reclaim your mind, your relationships, and your humanity… this conversation matters.
Peace, love, and understanding. 🌼
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