Many people often feel that their thoughts are unique and original, but they are increasingly finding that their ideas are predictably reflected in ads and online suggestions.
This phenomenon can be unsettling as it raises concerns about the privacy of one's thoughts and the extent to which they are influenced by external stimuli and algorithms.
The author reflects on how their supposed private thoughts often mirror common themes, moods, and opinions, indicating a lack of true uniqueness in their thinking patterns.
The comparison between the inner world being perceived as a rich forest versus feeling like a curated feed highlights the shift towards a more externally influenced thought process.