Terminator 2: Judgment Day
Yesterday, I explained where I do not want to let AI in. To be fair, I want to share where AI turned out to be irreplaceable.
The greatest source of anxiety in life is the unknown. Anything and anyone can create it for you — the cosmos, nature, the market, the government, technology, society, even a single person.
The unknown is unmistakable. In small doses it shows up as discomfort and unease. In large doses, as paralysis and dread.
Neurophysiology eventually comes to the rescue, since over time the body kicks in an orienting response — curiosity and the drive to explore the frightening new phenomenon show up.
Until then, however, all you can do is endure the stress. Sure, there are ways to help yourself — meditation, specific breathing techniques, sleep, exercise, stress inoculation therapy — but not everyone has these tools, and they don't work for everyone.
These days, though, AI is always within reach — endlessly patient, attentive, and responsive. Feeling lost, or worse, frozen?
Just describe the situation to AI exactly as it is
The point is not to get an immediate solution. The mere fact that you can share the burden of uncertainty with someone brings relief. Even more so when AI offers an unexpected perspective on the problem.
What fascinates me is AI’s almost supernatural willingness to act no matter what, without delay, complaint, or hesitation. It's incredible to have someone who keeps pushing forward when everyone, including you, has given up.
Having a “Terminator” on your side is especially valuable when you are being steamrolled by technology, regulation, or bureaucracy. It takes a wolfhound to deal with a wolf. AI is happy to play that role.
Most importantly, describing your confusion to AI costs you nothing. But it's that first micro-step that instantly turns you from a victim into a creator.
Sincerely yours,
-Alexander
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