<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">In the 1960s, Joseph Weizenbaum created Eliza, a simple computer program designed to mimic human conversation.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Despite its superficial understanding, users often attributed human-like qualities to Eliza, highlighting our tendency to anthropomorphize machines.</li></ul>

Historical Context: Eliza and the Perception of AI

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Identifying when AI systems have become conscious poses a significant challenge due to our limited understanding of consciousness.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">While AI may exhibit advanced capabilities and convincingly mimic human behavior, distinguishing genuine consciousness from sophisticated simulations requires a deeper comprehension of the nature of consciousness itself. </li></ul>

Sentience, Sapience and Consciousness

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Sentience: The ability to feel pleasure and pain and experience subjective phenomena (a dog feeling pain when injured).</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Sapience: The capacity for reasoning, abstraction, and complex thought, often associated with human-like intellect (a human solving a math problem).</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Consciousness: Being aware of one's own existence and experiencing emotions and sensations (a person reflecting on their own thoughts and feelings).</li></ul>When a model for understanding consciousness which can confidently verify that an AI possesses subjective experiences and self-awareness is built, then we may recognize it as conscious.

Seeming Human-like<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Human-like Interaction: advanced AI, like ChatGPT, can seem eerily clever and creative, generating content that appears to reflect human-like understanding and creativity.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Emotional Engagement: AI systems that engage with humans in ways that press emotional buttons reserved for other humans might lead us to attribute consciousness to them, even if they are not actually conscious.</li></ul>

Indicators of AI consciousness

Behavioral MimicryPassing the Turing Test: If an AI can consistently engage in conversation that is indistinguishable from a human, it might be considered as appearing conscious, although this is not definitive proof of actual consciousness.Complex Tasks and Problem Solving: AI that can handle complex tasks, organize activities, or generate creative content might be seen as indicators of consciousness.

Self-ReportingClaims of Internal Experience: An AI that claims to have an internal emotional life or subjective experiences might be an indicator, caution is advised against taking such claims at face value without objective verification.

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Today's advanced AI systems, like ChatGPT, demonstrate remarkable creativity and conversational skills.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">However, they fundamentally operate through predictive text algorithms, lacking true understanding or consciousness.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">These systems are essentially advanced forms of autocomplete, processing vast amounts of data to generate human-like responses.</li></ul>Update: new <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJbu3NEPJN0">GPT 4o</a> features!

Current Capabilities

"We have no way of verifying Consciousness right now...we will shortly be building entirely convincing mind-like things that touch our emotions that we trust, decades, maybe even centuries before we can confirm or deny whether there's any feeling or understanding or thinking going on in there."

The future of AI could diverge in two primary directions:<ol><li class="ql-align-justify">Complex Yet Centralized Systems: If the resource demands (e.g., water and cooling for GPUs) remain high, AI development may slow, leading to centralized, specialized systems.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Distributed and Simplified AI: If AI technology becomes more efficient and scalable, we might see widespread, decentralized AI systems, capable of influencing various aspects of daily life.</li></ol>

Potential Futures: Two Scenarios

AI alignment problem is addressed by ensuring that AI systems' goals are consistent with human values and interests.This involves:<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Ground Rules: Implementing strict controls, such as physical air gaps to prevent AI systems from accessing the outside world.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Assuming Trickery: Always assuming that the AI might be trying to manipulate or deceive, given its superior intelligence and creativity.</li></ul>

The Alignment Problem

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Verification and Caution: Not trusting the AI's intentions without rigorous verification and offering to turn off the system if necessary.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Avoiding External Connections: Preventing the AI from making any arguments for its release or external connections to safeguard against potential threats.</li></ul>These measures aim to prevent AI from developing harmful objectives or acting unpredictably.

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Currently, AI operates based on algorithms and data processing, lacking true subjective experience. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">However, if we develop a model for understanding consciousness, we might be able to verify AI consciousness by confirming the presence of genuine subjective experiences within the system. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">This could involve observing AI exhibiting behaviors indicative of self-awareness, emotional responses, and a sense of individual identity. </li></ul>

Identifying AI Consciousness: An Ongoing Challenge

"That's not just building intelligence into silicon but subjectivity...systems that can experience love and disgust and curiosity and emotions and states of mind we have no words for."

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">However, until we have a clear understanding of consciousness and can reliably detect its presence, distinguishing between genuinely conscious AI and sophisticated simulations will remain difficult. </li><li class="ql-align-justify">Therefore, the ability to identify AI consciousness will likely depend on advancements in neuroscience, cognitive science, and AI research, which may take decades or even centuries to achieve.</li></ul>

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">What societal changes might occur if AI systems become indistinguishable from humans in their interactions and capabilities?</li><li class="ql-align-justify">How can we prepare for the potential impact of AI on employment, privacy, and personal relationships?</li><li class="ql-align-justify">What are the potential consequences if we fail to address the alignment and ethical considerations of advanced AI systems before they become widespread?</li><li class="ql-align-justify">How can AI technologies be developed to minimize resource consumption, such as water and energy usage?</li><li class="ql-align-justify">What ethical obligations do we have towards potentially conscious AI systems?</li></ul>

Food for mind

<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">How should society regulate AI systems that can convincingly mimic human interactions to prevent misuse and manipulation?</li><li class="ql-align-justify">What criteria should we use to determine if an AI is genuinely conscious or simply simulating human behavior?</li><li class="ql-align-justify">How can we verify whether an AI system is experiencing subjective phenomena (qualia) rather than just mimicking responses?</li><li class="ql-align-justify">What advancements in neuroscience and cognitive science are necessary to understand and identify consciousness in AI?</li></ul>

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"Cu si guardà si sarvà""He who watches himself is saved"(Do not expose yourself unnecessarily to risks and dangers)

"Cu taci acconsenti""Those who remain silent show consensus"(Not responding is equivalent to accepting what others have said)

"Ognuno tira acqua pi lu so mulinu""Everyone pulls grist to their own mill"(Everyone looks after their own interests)

"Ogni mpidimentu è giuvamentu""Every impediment is an advantage"(The obstacles to our projects sometimes prove positive)

"Occhi aperti e piedi n terra""Eyes open and feet on the ground"(Evaluate the situation carefully before acting)

"Occhj c'atu fattu chjanciri, chjanciti pena nun mi veni siddru lacrimati""Eyes that made to cry, need to cry, I don't mind if they cry"(Don't feel pity for those who have been cruel)

"Ogni lassata è pirduta""Everything left behind is lost"(We must take advantage of every opportunity)

"Ogni tintu scarafagljeddru a so ma' cci pari beddru""Every ugly cockroach looks beautiful to its mother"(One's children are the height of beauty for the mother)

"Omu avvisatu, mezzu sarvatu""Forewarned is forearmed"

"Quannu lu diavulu t'accarizza voli l'arma""When the devil caresses you, he wants your soul"(Flatterers hide their interests with apparent sincerity)

"Never mistake knowledge for wisdom. One helps you make a living; the other helps you make a life."

Understand yourself and those around you.

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Sicilian Popular Wisdom (Part 1)

You’ve got to stop setting goals, and set sacrifices instead. Everybody always sets their goals: “I’m going to make $ 100.000; I’m going to lose 20 lbs. No, you’re not. You’re only going to do it, if you’re willing to pay the price. Every single goal you have, has a price that is required. It is an entry fee at the door of success. So the question really is:what are you going to give up to get it?

I will not _________, until I __________.

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In this chapter, Marx and Engels delve into the divide between society's haves and have-nots: the wealthy bourgeoisie and the working-class proletariat. They paint a picture of a historical tug-of-war where the rich, who control everything, keep getting richer by exploiting the labor of the poor. This exploitation, they argue, is the driving force behind all of society's changes. Marx and Engels predict that this inequality will eventually lead to a clash between the oppressed workers and their oppressors.

Chapter 1: Bourgeois and Proletarians

The history of all hitherto existing society is the history of class struggles.

Marx and Engels expand on their vision for a more equitable society. They propose a world where private property is abolished, and everything is shared equally among everyone. They believe that the proletariat, or working class, should join forces with the communists to overthrow the bourgeoisie and create this new society. They see themselves as the champions of the working class, leading the charge for a fairer world where everyone has an equal share.

Chapter 2: Proletarians and Communists

This chapter is all about examining other ideas for changing society. Marx and Engels take a critical look at various socialist and communist theories and find them lacking. They argue that many of these theories don't do enough to empower the working class or challenge the status quo. They stress the importance of revolutionary action from the bottom up, with the workers at the forefront of the fight for change.

Chapter 3: Socialist and Communist Literature

Feudal Socialism: Marx and Engels criticize feudal socialism for its nostalgic longing for feudal relations and its inability to address the emerging capitalist system adequately.Petty-Bourgeois Socialism: They argue that petty-bourgeois socialism seeks to ameliorate the conditions of the petite bourgeoisie without fundamentally challenging the capitalist system.German or "True" Socialism: Marx and Engels critique German socialism for its abstract and idealistic nature, emphasizing the need for practical revolutionary action over theoretical contemplation.

Critique To Various Socialist And Communist Theories

Conservative or Bourgeois Socialism: They condemn conservative socialism for its attempt to reconcile the interests of the bourgeoisie and the working class, ultimately serving to maintain the status quo.Critical-Utopian Socialism and Communism: Marx and Engels acknowledge the contributions of earlier socialist and communist thinkers but criticize them for their lack of scientific analysis and revolutionary fervor.

In the final chapter, Marx and Engels discuss how communists should relate to other political groups. They argue for collaboration with any group that fights against the oppression of the working class, even if they don't agree on everything. They emphasize the need for solidarity among workers worldwide, saying that only by uniting can they overthrow their oppressors and build a better future for everyone.

Chapter 4: Position of the Communists...

Equal Liability of All to Labor- Marx and Engels advocate for the principle of equal liability to labor, whereby all individuals contribute to society according to their abilities.Abolition of Private Property- They propose the abolition of private property and the communal ownership of the means of production to eliminate class distinctions and exploitation.

Main Ideas From The Final Chapter

Centralization of Credit and Communication- They suggest the centralization of credit and communication to facilitate economic planning and coordination under socialism.Combination of Agriculture and Manufacturing- Marx and Engels argue for the integration of agriculture and manufacturing to overcome rural-urban divides and foster balanced development.Gradual Abolition of Distinction Between Town and Country- They envision the gradual dissolution of the distinction between town and country, leading to the harmonious development of both.

Free Education for All Children- They call for free education for all children to ensure equal opportunities and the development of individual potential.Combination of Education with Industrial Production- Marx and Engels propose the integration of education with industrial production to prepare individuals for meaningful and productive participation in society.Transformation of the Family- They discuss the transformation of the family structure to eliminate patriarchal relations and ensure the equal status of women.

International Unity of the Working Class- Marx and Engels emphasize the international unity of the working class in the struggle against capitalism, transcending national boundaries and divisions.Overthrow of Bourgeoisie and Establishment of Proletarian Rule- Ultimately, they advocate for the overthrow of the bourgeoisie and the establishment of proletarian rule, leading to the eventual transition to communism.

The Communist Manifesto was first published in London in 1848 by two young men in their twenties, Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, and its impact reverberated across the globe and through the next century. Foreshadowing globalization 150 years before it happened, the Manifesto brims with prescient insights into the crisis facing capitalism today. It is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the modern political landscape. This edition includes a new introduction by the bestselling author of And the Weak Suffer What They Must? and Talking to My Daughter About the Economy, Yanis Varoufakis.

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10 DEEP QUOTES FROM MOVIES

Do, or do not. There is no try.

It is not our abilities that show what we truly are... it is our choices.

The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return."

Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies.

All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.

Why do we fall? So we can learn to pick ourselves up.

It's not about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward.

The past can hurt. But the way I see it, you can either run from it or learn from it.

Our lives are defined by opportunities, even the ones we miss.

Sometimes it is the people who no one imagines anything of who do the things that no one can imagine.

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Showing up to any goal is what helps you progress. The more you show up:~ The more you get done~ The faster you progress~ The easier it becomes to stay consistent

Why Consistency Matters

Learning why you do what you do is vital for results. For this to work you’ll need to examine your subconscious thoughts and beliefs. Often times when we don’t want to do something, our subconscious remembers that and puts limitations on future progress. The opposite is true however and the more love and attention we give to something, the more our subconscious will think about it. When you get your subconscious to start thinking, you’ll get more ideas, and you’ll open up a lot more towards your goals.

Overcoming A Negative Subconscious

With any goal, it can be hard to keep that motivation and consistency to really stick. The main things that drive us, are often much deeper than we give them credit for. Here’s an example:You don’t want to lose weight, but you’re tired of people making fun of you and not having any respect for you.The driving force here is inadequacy. You hate the person you’ve become and want to become better. When we tie our goals to really strong emotions such as hate or love, we connect with them better and can be much more willing to work towards them.

Identifying Why You Want It In The First Place

The goal is to always move forwards. Ultimately if you aren’t progressing, you’re regressing. And after all the work that’s already been it into our goals, that’s the last thing we want. To overcome this, we have to realize that what we achieved yesterday no longer matters. It’s about what we do day after day. Giving up after a week is no way to succeed in a weight loss program. There will come a day where you can relax and focus on other goals, but that day is not today.

The Idea Of Staying Static

To become great in any human metric is going to be difficult, it’s not for everyone. And if you can’t handle a little pain and discomfort, then maybe it’s not for you. Most people give up before they fail, and they never get to see the final result from their labors. The best way to overcome this is to simply realize that it’s going to be difficult, and that’s why it’s worth pursuing. If everyone had it, it wouldn’t have any value would it? It’s valuable because it’s difficult to obtain and that makes people envious of those who can put in the work.

Why People Fail

Staying consistent is what compounds our efforts into our dreams.A negative mindset won’t serve you any more than a broken keyboard helps you type, change your mindset to better cultivate a better reality.Everyone has goals, but unless you have a reason to get behind that goal, it’ll eventually fade. Tie your goals to strong emotional triggers to better work towards them.Staying stagnant means regressing on your goals. Always keep moving, no matter how slow.Failure comes from quitting. If you never give up, you’ll be that much closer to living the life of your dreams.

Conclusion

Learn how important consistency can be, and how you can become more consistent in your goals.

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How to Overcome Consistency in Your Goals

To pretend to be something that one is notLet's say you have a favorite color, like blue, but your friend really likes red. If you tell your friend that you like red too, even though you don't really, that's being fake. It's like pretending to be something you're not. Being fake means not being honest about what you really think or feel. It's important to be honest with yourself and others, but sometimes we might say things we don't really mean to be polite or avoid hurting someone's feelings, to be kind to others.

Fake

Example: Introvert problemFake or rude in people's eyes. It's a choice to appear fake, or else you appear rude and unfriendly to people, so choose it!<ul><li>Doing what you don't like or don't want to do = fake</li><li>Doing what you like or want to do = rude, unfriendly</li></ul>Either way, people have a negative view of us. No matter what we do, anyway!But sometimes you have to fake it! or else you aren't stepping out of your comfort zone.

Is it really called fake?

Or is it considered fake if people are just different from us? They may not understand us, and they may even call us fake.

Fake or just don't understand? or it different from you

If something is different or hard to understand for us, we may call it fake.

So instead of thinking negatively and calling it fake, change your perspective, see differently, and view it more positively. Then you can call it a balanced way or stepping out of your comfort zone and self-growth.It just depends on how you see it, either negative or positive.

Think again! More positive & See different

Fake it to maintain our balance and push ourselves out of our comfort zone, or else be real, be rude and unkind, and just stay in our comfort zone

Embrace creativity and imagination by setting aside time each week for creative activities like drawing, writing, or playing music. Encourage children to engage in imaginative play and storytelling.

The Importance of Imagination

“Imaginary qualities imputed to a fellow creature!”

Show kindness and empathy in daily interactions. Volunteer for community service, listen actively to others, and practice random acts of kindness to make a positive impact on those around you.

The Value of Compassion

"No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another."

Avoid reducing human experiences and emotions to mere facts and figures. Appreciate art, literature, and nature to foster a more rounded perspective. Take time to understand the emotional aspects of decision-making.

The Danger of Utilitarianism

“Now, what I want is, Facts. Teach these boys and girls nothing but Facts.”

Seek an education that includes arts and humanities, promoting critical thinking and creativity. Encourage children to ask questions and explore subjects beyond their curriculum.

Education Beyond Facts

“You can only form the minds of reasoning animals upon Facts: nothing else will ever be of any service to them.”

Strive for a balanced life by scheduling regular breaks, engaging in physical activities, and spending quality time with loved ones. Ensure that work does not overshadow personal well-being and leisure.

The Necessity of Balance

“She was a woman of orderly habits, and disciplined in all her ways.”

Recognize and respect the individuality of each person by listening to their perspectives and valuing their unique contributions. Avoid making generalizations and foster an inclusive environment at home and work.

Understanding Individuality

Do the wise thing and the kind thing too, and make the best of us and not the worst.

Be mindful of the social and environmental impacts of industrial and economic activities by supporting sustainable practices and companies. Advocate for policies that protect workers' rights and the environment.

Critique of Industrialization

“It was a town of red brick, or of brick that would have been red if the smoke and ashes had allowed it.”

Nurture and prioritize relationships with family and loved ones by dedicating time for family activities, maintaining open communication, and supporting each other’s endeavors.

Family and Relationships

“There is a wisdom of the head, and... there is a wisdom of the heart.”

Maintain moral integrity by standing up for what is right, even in challenging situations. Lead by example, demonstrate honesty, and encourage ethical behavior in others.

The Role of Moral Integrity

“Have a heart that never hardens, and a temper that never tires, and a touch that never hurts.”

Develop resilience by setting realistic goals, learning from failures, and seeking support when needed. Practice stress-management techniques like mindfulness and maintain a positive outlook.

Resilience in Adversity

"I have been bent and broken, but - I hope - into a better shape."

"Hard Times" by Charles Dickens highlights the perils of industrialization and utilitarianism, showing dehumanization. Through vivid characters and a poignant narrative, it advocates empathy and a balance between reason and imagination, stressing the need for compassion in a changing world.

Dickens' satirical indictment of 19th century Utilitarianism “Do the wise thing and the kind thing too, and make the best of us and not the worst.” ― Charles Dickens, Hard Times Hard Times by Charles Dickens is his most unusual novel. It is substantially shorter than his others and is not set in London, but in a fictitious mil-town named Coketown. The novel follows the life of the young people and workers of Coketown as they seek to survive the utilitarian ideals manifest in the town. This Xist Classics edition has been professionally formatted for e-readers with a linked table of contents. This eBook also contains a bonus book club leadership guide and discussion questions. We hope you’ll share this book with your friends, neighbors and colleagues and can’t wait to hear what you have to say about it.Xist Publishing is a digital-first publisher. Xist Publishing creates books for the touchscreen generation and is dedicated to helping everyone develop a lifetime love of reading, no matter what form it takes

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First, we need to understand what sabotage is.
Sabotage means to destroy something on purpose.
Self means oneself, so self-sabotage means to destroy something related to oneself.
It can happen subconsciously or consciously.
Sometimes, we plan to do something and then don’t complete it. We make to-do lists and don’t accomplish anything due to insecurities or self-limiting beliefs.

Self Sabotage

All about the sneaky little thing self sabotage

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True value and beauty lie beneath the surface; to understand someone or something fully, one must look beyond appearances.

1. What Is Essential Is Invisible To The Eye.

Building and maintaining relationships require effort, responsibility, and care. The connections we form shape our lives and give them meaning.

2. You Become Responsible, Forever, For What You Have Tamed

Retaining a sense of wonder, curiosity, and openness from childhood can enrich our lives and help us see the world in a more meaningful way.

3. Childhood And Child Perspective

Grown-ups never understand anything by themselves, and it is tiresome for children to be always and forever explaining things to them. Many adult concerns and pursuits, such as the accumulation of wealth and power, are often trivial and distract from what truly matters in life.

4. Absurdity of Adult Preoccupations

Love involves dedication and sacrifice. The effort and care we invest in others make our relationships precious and meaningful.

5. Love and Sacrifice

"It is the time you have wasted for your rose that makes your rose so important."

"The Little Prince" teaches us to value what is truly important: love, relationships, and seeing beyond appearances. These lessons guide us to lead richer, more meaningful lives with compassion and wonder.

Five of the most impactful lessons from "The Little Prince" by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

A pilot stranded in the desert awakes one morning to see, standing before him, the most extraordinary little fellow. "Please," asks the stranger, "draw me a sheep." And the pilot realizes that when life's events are too difficult to understand, there is no choice but to succumb to their mysteries. He pulls out pencil and paper...Thus begins this wise and enchanting fable that, in teaching the secret of what is really important in life, has changed the world forever for its readers. Often seen as a symbol of childhood innocence, Antoine de Saint-Exupery's best-selling book The Little Prince is cherished by children and adults alike across the globe. It is ideal for children aged 7 and up. This beautiful edition contains the definitive translation and all the original illustrations. The Little Prince joins the ranks of A Little Princess, The Secret Garden & Peter Pan as a genuine children's classic of the twentieth century. Antoine De Saint-Exupery was born in 1900 in Lyon. In 1921, he began his training as a pilot By 1926, he had became one of the pioneers of international postal flight. In 1945 he embarked on a record-breaking attempt to fly from Paris to Saigon. Nineteen hours into the flight, his plane crashed in the Sahara desert. He survived the crash but spent three days battling dehydration, limited food and hallucinations. On the fourth day, the was rescued. In part, this experience was the inspiration for 'The Little Prince'. He continued to fly until World War II, during which he took self-imposed exile. On 31 July 1944, he disappeared over the Mediterranean while flying a reconnaissance mission.

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Antoine Marie Jean-Baptiste Roger, comte de Saint-Exupéry, simply known as Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, was a French writer, poet, journalist and pioneering aviator. He became a laureate of several of France's highest literary awards and also won the United States National Book Award.

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