Invoking emotions in others is a powerful way to control those who allow themselves to be manipulated.

The manipulation techniques relied on not only evoke emotion but also immediacy: an immediate reaction, like a compound reflex.

From what I've seen, folks that guzzle down"hot takes" are easily manipulated.

One way to protect yourself is to treat the sensation-seeking media as a high-pressure salesman. "I'll look into it later."