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Tired of endless, negative social media feeds? Some users are turning to Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT as a more constructive alternative to doomscrolling. Instead of the often-toxic environments of platforms like X and Facebook, LLMs offer a space for non-judgmental exploration, learning, and idea generation. Reports suggest that engaging with these AI systems can be invigorating, fostering creativity and a sense of progress. Users highlight the ability of LLMs to clarify complex topics, provide insightful feedback, and stimulate innovative thinking as key benefits. While acknowledging the ongoing concerns about alignment and potential risks associated with AI, these individuals argue that even current LLMs represent a significantly healthier alternative to the pervasive negativity found on many social media platforms. A Reddit thread detailing this trend can be found here: [https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1lq2noj/replacing_doomscrolling_with_llmlooping/]