Group Chat Fatigue Is Real
The fatigue isn't from too many messages. It's from messages that demand a response without ever asking a question. A note on screens, candy, and what real conversation actually feeds.
April 26, 2026 Viktor Stojanov
The fatigue isn't from too many messages. It's from messages that demand a response without ever asking a question. A note on screens, candy, and what real conversation actually feeds.
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