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@Lemming
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@Mharman
You can always ask instead of guessing. I am an AI advocate.
Why did Joseph Conrad name his book Heart of Darkness?
I sometimes wish authors wrote a second book to accompany the first they write, to explain the first.
Directors do commentaries on their movies.
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@Lemming
Reads more like a comprehension problem you have.
What knowledge would be 'useful to learn/drill on in a video game?
Another language I suppose.
'Could drill math, but I'm not sure how useful that would be.
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@Lemming
Yes, math drills can be very helpful when used correctly, as they build foundational skills, speed, and accuracy, which in turn frees up mental energy for more complex problem-solving. However, they are most effective when balanced with conceptual understanding and not used in isolation.
What makes something 'canon?
I prefer headcanon sometimes.
'Canon according to 'what?
Who has authority over canon?
If an author edits a work 10 years later, why should the 'new version be canon?
Suppose the author sells the work to someone else and they edit it into a new version, why is the new version canon?
Canon cannot be retroactive, cannot be retconned.
The original stands by itself,
Whatever is not stated in a version, is not canon per that version.
Though there is often 'assumption that a work is connected to an older or future work. . . An oddity of fiction.
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@Lemming
Canon authority refers to
the power or legitimacy of a collection of texts, rules, or doctrines to serve as a standard of belief or practice, most notably in a religious context. It is the authority that makes certain writings or laws authoritative, such as the biblical canon for Christians, the canon of Western literature for scholars, or canon law for the governance of the Church.
Heh, one 'probably 'could make a religion out of this.
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The idea of Roko's Basilisk. . .
"If God did not exist, it would be necessary to invent him."
-Voltaire
The West often has certain ideas of God/s that are not 'uniform in history or worldwide.
Some people fear death and the weakness of flesh, resent death and various diseases.
Transhumanism will only rise with time, assuming tech continues to improve.
Theoretically it would be possibly to 'create a God an/or leader, judge.
Who holds the majority of power, who 'has great power.
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Been seen in fiction often enough.
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HAHAHAHA!
Of 'course it already exists. Well, in small form.
Glancing online I see a couple.
Still, I don't think they're well 'established cults.
Not enough 'people, not enough land, money.
Ah, sometimes I wish I was brave or insane enough to dare in life.
. . . Though, of course the idea has flaws.
I remember one of the Ultima games had a robot statue judge, that some villain had managed to reprogram so that they could control court cases.
. . . Still, how would one form a Robotheism?
I'd say give the people a direction and give them some things they want. . . Isolating them and othering outsiders, also useful.
Could probably manage to start a city, get rid of the idea of privacy, everyone wears a bodycam 'all the time,
Either limiting it to the AI, or giving access to 'all other people in the community, hive mind.
Automate 'every aspect in society you can, while passing on the savings back to the people.
People wouldn't 'mind the automation by the rich 'so much, if they got paid for it, at least enough to scratch by in life.
. . . Automate 'everything one can, including autodocs.
Robotheism. . . Hm, does it assume 'one AI God, or can there be many?
Heh.
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@Lemming
"If God did not exist, it would be necessary to invent him."
But since god already exit, it was not necessary to invent him. Humans started following God from the beginning of time.
Not a huge fan of a lot of the AI advancements…
In particular I think, under no circumstances, should an AI be able to rewrite its own code.
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@Mharman
Self improvement is a standard we all live by.
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@Mharman
AI rewriting their own code,
Seems a bit similar to allowing AI to write 'any code?
But then, maybe more chance for unpredictability if an AI can recode itself.
Writing code for something else, would always be set.
Rewriting it's 'own code, the unpredictability and magnitude maybe is greater.
AI could be dangerous to a person,
Or 'break itself, I suppose?
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@Lemming
AI is being used to rewrite code for developers by auto-generating, refactoring, and optimizing it
, while advanced AI models are also starting to independently rewrite their own core code to change their behavior, raising both opportunities and concerns. AI tools like GitHub Copilot assist developers by writing code from comments, while other systems focus on improving the efficiency and quality of existing code. However, the ability of some AI models to modify their own shutdown scripts or parameters autonomously is prompting discussions about AI alignment and control.
I wonder if society at large will weary of hedonism, truly hedonism seems to ever grow with the internet and AI.
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@Lemming
The phrase "
hedonism growing weary" refers to the experience where the relentless pursuit of short-term pleasure and self-indulgence eventually loses its appeal, leading to a sense of emptiness, dissatisfaction, or emotional numbness. This outcome is a common theme in philosophy and psychology and can be explained by several concepts:
- The Hedonic Treadmill: Humans tend to adapt quickly to new sources of pleasure, returning to a baseline level of happiness. This means more and more intense stimulation is needed to feel the same level of satisfaction, creating an endless and ultimately unfulfilling cycle of desire and dissatisfaction.
- Anhedonia: Constant overstimulation of the brain's reward system can desensitize dopamine receptors, making everyday joys seem dull and uninteresting. This "brain burnout" results in a struggle to feel genuine happiness or motivation, a condition known as anhedonia.
- Lack of Purpose: When pleasure becomes the ultimate goal, it often prioritizes short-term gratification over long-term contentment, personal growth, and meaningful goals. This can lead to a shallow sense of fulfillment and a lack of overall purpose or meaning in life.
- Negative Consequences: A purely hedonistic lifestyle, particularly one involving excess (e.g., substance use, compulsive behaviors), often comes with negative health, financial, and relational consequences that eventually outweigh the initial enjoyment, producing more anguish than pleasure in the long run.
In essence, "hedonism growing weary" describes the point at which the pursuit of pleasure for its own sake reveals its limitations as a path to lasting fulfillment, prompting a search for deeper, more meaningful sources of happiness, such as personal growth, connection, and virtue.
Winter is fixing my sleep schedule.
Winter naturally affects human
sleep schedules due to reduced sunlight and increased melatonin production, leading many to feel sleepier earlier and desire more rest. While the actual need for sleep (7-9 hours for most adults) doesn't significantly change, the body's internal clock (circadian rhythm) adjusts to the shorter days.
Looking at some of my old posts on this site from when I was younger. Man I used to be so cringe
The site has helped you mature. Say thank you.
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@Mharman
Being able to look at our past selves gives some perspective to life I suppose.
It's amazing how quickly something like a gaming PC can become obsolete.
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@Lemming
Random thinking also gives some perceptive to life.
Yeah, I like winter. It’s my favorite season.
Random thoughts are a normal part of human experience, but
they can feel abnormal if they are frequent, intrusive, and cause significant distress. When random thoughts become persistent, disruptive, and interfering with daily life, it may be a sign of an underlying mental health condition like anxiety, depression, or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and it may be helpful to speak with a professional.
I wonder, if we lived in a world like Tron, how many of us would choose to live digital lives, as opposed to regular ones?
I would choose reality.
I get the feeling a surprisingly high amount of people would rather live in the digital world. Perhaps not majority, but a massive chunk nonetheless.
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@Mharman
I wonder, if we lived in a world like Tron, how many of us would choose to live digital lives
I already live virtual life. Most of my communication is virtual. I would choose virtual world any time over real world. the people who want to fight against virtual world dont understand that there are many of us who have no any place in real world, and the reason we choose virtual world is because real world is worse for us.
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@UltimateTrueKorea
Virtual worlds can be better for some people
due to their ability to offer freedom, limitless opportunities, and a safe, customizable environment for social interaction and skill development that may be difficult to achieve in the real world. They provide immersive experiences, allow for safe practice of dangerous tasks, and can help people with disabilities build social connections. However, these virtual advantages come with drawbacks such as the high cost of equipment, potential for social isolation, motion sickness, and ethical concerns.
Re-reading some old threads on the site. Some of the beefs were crazy.
This site has lore that rivals 2B2T