As the enshittification of the internet hits its apex and begins to collapse under the weight of a tsunami of AI slop, humanity may very well find itself back where it started, rediscovering the genuine world of books, art, music, travel, entertainment, food, and nature. Authentic experiences that have the ability to connect us emotionally and communally, leaving lasting impressions that stay with us long after the experience has ended. It’s how we evolved as a species, and probably does a lot to explain the cognitive dissonance we feel when faced with our current state of affairs.  We’re literally not wired for this shit. “Nostalgia for the small town need…