Communications as Hyperstition
Reality Engineering in the Age of the Dark Forest
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Narratives can change behavior and institutions, helping create the reality they claim to describe. This essay examines those feedback loops, the incentives that amplify negativity, and the responsibility communicators have for preserving shared understanding.
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