It’s two days after Christmas, and what am I doing? Getting AI to talk about my blog post on delaying gratification and directing one’s attention.
In this episode, the bots discuss how modern society's emphasis on instant gratification, fuelled by dopamine release, leads to unhappiness. They agree with me proposing a "dopamine detox" not as deprivation, but as a recalibration of attention, focusing on delayed gratification and mindful engagement with life's simpler pleasures. This involves consciously choosing meaningful activities over quick fixes, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and intentional life. The bots also agree with me that true happiness is not a destination but a cultivated practice.
Overall, I think the bots stayed faithful to the original blog post, but I will advise you to be mindful of the fact that they can make things up. If something sounds unbelievable, it probably is.
This is part of my ongoing experiment with AI, so please engage with a healthy dose of skepticism.
