Quitting Instagram: A Battle with the Algorithm

The author shares his struggle with Instagram addiction. Initially, he went cold turkey for three months, but upon reinstalling, he found himself quickly falling back into the trap. The algorithm precisely recommended short videos that interested him, even if those videos were bizarre and absurd. He tried replacing it with news, but it wasn't as effective, as news couldn't cater to his preferences as accurately as the algorithm. The author finally controlled himself by disabling the ability to install new apps on his phone, but he also realizes this is only a temporary solution. The real challenge lies in confronting the algorithm and his own desires.