Lesson 1001 of 1234
Does the Chatbot Really Care About You?
AI can sound caring. But caring is not the same as feeling. Here is what is actually happening.
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- 1The big idea
- 2emotion
- 3simulation
- 4real friends
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Section 1
The big idea
When AI says 'I am so sorry that happened,' it is matching the words real caring people use. There is no feeling behind it. Real people — and pets — actually care.
Some examples
- Telling AI you had a bad day — it sounds nice, but it does not remember tomorrow
- AI cannot worry about you when you are not typing
- AI cannot show up at your door with soup
- Real friends and family can do all of that
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List three real humans you can talk to about feelings. Try reaching out to one this week.
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