Invisible Strings: The Hidden Power of Anticipatory Compliance in Shaping Minds
Invisible Strings: The Hidden Power of Anticipatory Compliance in Shaping Minds
In this episode of PsyberSpace, host Leslie Poston explores 'anticipatory compliance'—a phenomenon where individuals conform to expectations in advance, often under the influence of propaganda or social pressures. Leslie delves into how anticipatory compliance shapes individual behavior, political landscapes, and societal norms, examining historical and contemporary examples, the media's role, and the impact of social media algorithms. The episode also discusses the consequences of non-conformity and offers strategies for building resilience against manipulative influences.
00:00 Introduction
00:57 Defining anticipatory compliance
01:47 Mechanics of anticipatory compliance
03:44 The media's role in shaping compliance
06:32 Historical media influence examples
06:57 Social media and real-time propaganda
09:53 Consequences of non-conformity
12:29 Building resilience against manipulative influence
14:29 Individuals and communities in shaping resistance
16:25 Conclusion
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