How to Master Your Personal Algorithm (Before It Masters You)

You’re not imagining it—your social media feeds have been hijacked by invisible forces that seem to know what you want before you do. That endless stream of content isn’t random but carefully engineered by algorithms designed to maximize your attention and engagement, often at the cost of your own autonomy and well-being.

Key Takeaways

• Algorithm auditing reveals what tech platforms actually know about you and how they’re using that data
• A strategic data diet can reset recommendation engines that have gone off track
• You can actively train algorithms to serve your goals rather than corporate interests
• Creating algorithm-free zones in your digital life preserves independent thinking
• Consistent digital intentio ...