RE: In Search Of
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First of all, we should all stop engaging with AI. I don't get it. Why are people integrating these bots into their lives? I don't want AI to analyze a story, to edit a story, to give me ideas for a story. I don't want it to tell me about history. I know it's going to be in my life in ways I can't control, but I don't use it.
Then, how do I find meaning in life? Every day I try to do something for someone or something. Make a little difference. Even here on Hive. I curate for two communities. I try to spread the good cheer around by upvoting (from those communities) worthy blogs that could use a little boost. Not a big deal, but it means something to someone. I try to do something consciously every day that will make someone feel better.
Everything falls away, eventually. How do we find meaning, knowing this basic truth? It's a cliche to say live intentionally--but that is exactly it. Think, at least once a day, about how to affect someone else positively. That feels really good. I don't know if that is purpose, but it certainly is purposeful :)
***Of course people read what you write. I read what you write.
I think it's gotten to the point where, if we don't engage with AI, we will find ourselves in a permanent underclass. Maybe not exactly people towards the end of their careers now but the younger generations who will have to support themselves in the coming decades. There should definitely be boundaries though. I think because AI is still so shiny and new people are trusting it way too much and giving it access to things they shouldn't—like their financial info and such. So many are viewing it as an entity instead of a tool.
That's great you're doing all that. There have been times where a comment here has made all the difference in my day. Kindness towards others is a great practice to give life more meaning, purpose, and just put us in a better mood in general. There are so many people in need today, even if it's just conversation. I see that with my 82 year old Mom and many of her elderly friends in their community. Loneliness is an epidemic amongst them—especially in the winter.
I appreciate that you read what I write! Hive is only place left that has this kind of engagement. Hopefully it lasts another decade! Thanks for your comment and I hope you have a wonderful day.