The Like Trap: How Validation Became a Drug

Discover the Hidden Forces Shaping Your Online Life and Break Free from Their Grip

What if the likes and comments you chase every day are quietly controlling your mind? In this eye-opening exploration, the relentless pursuit of online approval is revealed as more than a habit—it’s a modern addiction hijacking your happiness and self-worth. Through compelling research and insightful analysis, this book dives deep into the psychological mechanisms that turn innocent social media interactions into compulsive behaviors that shape who we are.

Explore the intricate web of dopamine-driven cravings that keep you scrolling, refreshing, and posting—not for connection, but for validation. You’ll uncover how algorithms are carefully crafted to exploit your brain’s natural responses, driving endless cycles of instant gratification that distort reality and erode mental health. Far beyond a simple obsession with followers and likes, this phenomenon rewires our culture, relationships, and sense of self.

Learn to recognize when you’ve crossed the line from connection to compulsion. Real stories of recovery and practical strategies offer hope and guidance for reclaiming your attention and redefining your value beyond digital applause. From mindful awareness to setting boundaries, this book equips you with tools to restore balance in an always-connected world.

If you’re ready to challenge the invisible chains of online validation, this compelling journey offers a roadmap to break free and cultivate genuine self-esteem. Step beyond the surface of social media hype and rediscover what it means to connect—both online and in real life—with authenticity and purpose.