Why do people create oddly satisfying content?

'a person holding a pink slime'

People create oddly satisfying content because it taps into a collective desire for sensory pleasure and relaxation. This trend originated online, allowing users to categorize and share experiences that evoke satisfaction through seeing tasks accomplished, such as power-washing or soap cutting, which trigger a sense of completion in viewers[2][3].

Moreover, the rise of this genre coincides with increased stress in society, making it a convenient source of instant relief[5]. As noted, young people, particularly, engage with these videos for their anxiety-relieving qualities, participating in a broader cultural phenomenon where creators express visual satisfaction through skilled, often playful tasks[1][4][5].

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