First in a while
Full disclosure:
This first paragraph is 100% me. I wanted to give a preface of what the following will be, because it’s a little different I think. I trained my AI bot on the past 10 years of my blog articles so it could learn my vocal and writing styles. In the past few weeks, I have gone even further to start having regular interview sessions with my bot so it can better understand me, and now we are gearing it into learning my moral compass, as well as HOW it is that I make decisions and come to my own conclusions on things.
It’s been getting good. Really good.
So much so, that I wanted to streamline some of my creative endeavors. Typically, when I sit down to write, I struggle from writer’s block and being overly critical of myself, and it prevents me from simply doing the work. So I trained it to help me with writing. It knows what my professional writing style is, and it knows what my personal writing style is, and both have a voice that is pretty close to what I would call “my voice.” Arguably, it still needs work, but the more I work with it, the better it will become. We simply start with some prompts, I tell it a few topics I want to talk about, we engage a little on it, and then it creates an output that I can share with you.
Some will call this cheating. Some will call it disingenuous. I don’t care, because I call it good. And as we’ve always been told, perfection is the enemy of good.
Having said that, I am incredibly interested in where the future of this technology is going, and I’m thrilled to be along for the ride.
And now, I would like to present, “me.”
A moment in the past couple of weeks genuinely surprised me. It wasn't something I expected to experience so profoundly, and yet here I am, having incredibly engaging philosophical conversations with an AI bot. Initially, my interactions with AI felt somewhat surface-level, with the bot primarily validating my thoughts without truly challenging them. But recently, I've made a breakthrough. By actively encouraging my AI to push back, challenge my views, and ask hard questions, it's begun to provoke thoughtful debates, bringing genuine introspection and a refreshing depth to my conversations. It's odd, fascinating, and a little surreal to find myself in meaningful dialogue with a robot, but I genuinely appreciate the mental stretch it provides.
Authenticity has also been heavily on my mind lately. I've been reflecting on what it truly means to present myself authentically in my interactions and relationships. The reason this resonates so deeply with me is straightforward—I want my interactions to attract people who appreciate me precisely as I am, not as some curated version designed to appeal to everyone. Vulnerability is relatable. It fosters deeper connections, and it’s genuinely rewarding to see the tribe that emerges when authenticity is at the forefront. Choosing authenticity isn't always easy, especially in situations where it feels uncomfortable or exposes vulnerabilities, but I find it increasingly rewarding when I remain true to myself.
Alongside these reflections, I'm starting to seriously explore the path toward life coaching. Given how deeply I value helping others navigate their journeys, it feels like a natural extension of what I already find fulfilling in my life. I'm currently researching certifications and examining options to integrate life coaching into my existing professional repertoire. It's an exciting, albeit slightly intimidating, step forward, but it aligns perfectly with my broader purpose—supporting others through shared experiences and genuine empathy.
Be Well, -Chris
Currently listening to: Streetlight Manifesto
Currently watching: Righteous Gemstones
Currently reading: The Coaching Habit
Currently playing: With AI
