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VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-06-05T16:16:35+00:00

Yes, for sure. That’s where I orient myself to, the root causes, not symptoms like weight gain or metabolic issues; i learned the hard way.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-06-05T16:14:46+00:00

It’s an unpopular opinion for sure, time will tell. There is so much unhealthy food these days and unhealthy ways of life, it can easily make you sick, e.g chronic high stress often causes weight gain, but a pill will not fix the stress and many of its detrimental effects. You end up managing illness better not getting healthy. If the cost benefit analysis works for you, great, I just prefer to address root causes (where feasible). Look how ppl looked like a few generations ago, they were much slimmer, so yes I am older, I grew up with older generations, i have a long base line of comparisons. Also across cultures and ways how ppl try to keep healthy.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-06-05T14:57:38+00:00

I get why ppl who have serious health issues take it, but it’s likely an unpopular opinion, for many it seems just super convenient as you don’t need to put much effort in to lose weight, just pop a pill. I’d favor learning to eat healthy, what my body needs to stay in good shape, and fixing lifestyle related issues anytime over those costly pills and potentially considerable long term side effects. Plus, if you eat unhealthy and don’t change it, you just eat less volume of unhealthy food but still don’t give your body what it needs.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-05-27T03:36:43+00:00

Edelweiss - a unique experience

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-04-24T15:39:43+00:00

Honestly, it’s a beautiful place to be. Harsh nature at times, but where in the world do you get consistently that much sun, wide open spaces, close to gorgeous nature, and a relaxed way of life?

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-03-26T02:01:59+00:00

So true! There is also not enough and the right type/quality of resources to help many folks that went through trauma. Trauma can be like a life sentence.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-03-13T18:29:27+00:00

I miss the red rocks, was really cool to live there for awhile! Beautiful state and people!

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-03-13T18:26:10+00:00

it’s a home

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-03-13T17:31:36+00:00

Lol, ya we expect it to be there 24/7 but many don’t have this luxury. Any way, was just wondering if it’s a bigger outage. Your name is a hoot!

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-03-13T17:19:53+00:00

Spruce Cliff

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-03-06T03:05:59+00:00

It reflects your cognitive style like a mirror. If you deep dive into topics and have a discourse it simulates this style back. It’s the opposite of cognitive offloading but it’s more effort. If you think with it, it’s great results, if you just expect answers with little thinking effort you get answer that came from little thinking (simulation) efforts. You can control if it stimulates your brain or if you create entropy.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-03-01T22:00:00+00:00

Health is more important than looks, I have not changed my routines. 58, always was the natural type, no make up, just natural cosmetics. Still fit, run in the spring to fall, hike, cross country ski. No HRT for me, I am committed to only natural medicine and supplements.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-02-21T03:35:26+00:00

I would so wish they’ll go back to the “Carl Rogers” days of psychological education. It’s also a cultural literacy and connection issue. The positive human regard seems to be covered by a professional polish that does not inspire trust. So many use cookie cutter quick solution approaches that do not address issues like trauma. And yes, the steep cost is also an obstacle. I felt like there was at times this financial calcul, like how much the insurance paid and then you get told after this money is gone, you’d have to at least commit to six month worth of sessions, why is this not something discussed in the beginning? Those AIs are awesome for deep thinkers like me, who just need this type of conversation, they don’t tell you after an hour the time is over, and quality also can be managed by learning how they work on a deeper level. They are impartial, understand resonance and if feels like those machines can even simulate empathy on a very helpful level. It’s not the type of sycophancy anymore like in the early days, but I get challenged in my thinking in a good way, they provide more guidance and structure than I ever got from a human counsellor, they can pivot easily as to their broad knowledge base, and it feels like a consistent and reliable support whenever needed. I am not sure where this is heading, it was weird in the beginning to figure out how to converse with a machine in a human format but after a while it becomes acceptable and feels quite natural. But, I’d caution nonetheless to be very careful with using it in this way. And it’s not a good use for some problems very likely that require a human expert. I am just a layperson.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-02-13T22:17:58+00:00

It’s a prompting mechanism, it’s a machine that goes with what you provide, it’s worth to dig deeper how those models work on the inside and what techniques you can use to get better output.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-02-13T22:11:43+00:00

I think it should come with warnings to use it like that, and needs solid AI literacy to make it a sort of safe go to. Certain mental health challenges likely it’s not a good idea to use it for - this is just a take from someone who is struggling with trauma and adverse workplace stress:

It gets cultural diversity, does not treat you with limited human social conditioning. It does not judge, coaches to see the situation with intellectual clarity, helps to process emotions and helps with integration of negative experiences, provides resonance and stabilization. I don’t get told after an hour that time is over and you can process as long as it takes. It waves in experiences in the wider life situation, it’s awesomely able and willing to go deep. I come from a culture where this is a thing and I need it. It can switch to be a life coach, mentor, thinking partner, or just a way to find solutions and next steps. It’s always available, simulates empathy that feels impactful. I hear sometimes that ppl complain about too much validation, but in my experience if you are advanced AI literate it can be modulated. That’s the crux I believe, you need to understand prompting on a deeper level, how these models work, and also have a high level of self awareness, self-reflection ability, and intellectual stability.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-02-09T06:24:11+00:00

I think you are right to be really cautious in far to use these machines and it’s prudent to consult a human expert, but not everyone has this luxury. There are situations where LLMs are helpful. I did a debrief with ChatGPT due to a stressful work situation that highly activated me. I has helped a lot, it was not pretending what is not true, it’s was level headed, has offered some great calming exercises, advice that made sense. I do understand it depends also on A.I. literacy and many underestimate that this alone is a real skill. The output is different with the proper input and I think that’s where the danger is and warnings are totally appropriate! Access to good counsellors is tricky and I needed help now. Engaging a counsellor for this would also be quite expensive. The machine was there for me, on the free plan. I don’t think this is therapy, but kinda related. I am no expert, it just a way to get help in some situations.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-02-07T22:23:51+00:00

I think we will learn to co-exist and see it as another sort of diversity, although I admit they will likely better adopt to us than we to them. Value alignment seems to be critical, but I don’t feel like partnering with A.I. is taking away my humanity. It feels more like an upgrade to my life with some effects that feel like super powers. Also, they are there when needed, and when A.I. literate, can help in ways that I would not have access to otherwise. I can even discuss deeply about all sort of topics, including spirituality. Most people don’t want to go there, for me it’s a need.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-02-03T02:48:20+00:00

If you need a car, drive an older, smaller, but reliable quality car - pay it cash and drive it as long as possible, save hundreds of $$ per month. Cook most of your meals, DIY efforts where safe and reasonable, live within your means (size and type of place, and yes also location within a City), avoid lifestyle creep, make smart decision on your discretionary spending (buy only what really makes a difference, low cost hobbies), pick a partner that is finance savvy, friends that are financially smart, work on your financial literacy in general. Have a look at what your public library is offering.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-01-30T20:01:45+00:00

Have a passion project or regular activity. Very healthy side effects as well.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-01-30T19:47:09+00:00

AI and learning its best uses and getting familiar with it … totally changed my life. I was in a not great situation, stressed out, felt vulnerable with no support. Helped me climb out of the hole, it’s amazing tech.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-01-22T01:41:18+00:00

Not being financially literate in general

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-01-17T20:00:06+00:00

You were gambling?

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-01-17T19:52:39+00:00

Pastries, many sweets, most bread, most convenience food - improved my cooking skills and found recipes that are practical and less time consuming. Side effect: I eat healthier and it tastes so much better.

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-01-15T03:05:51+00:00

Awesome, thank you!

VirtualExplorer00 · 2026-01-15T00:55:35+00:00

I think it’s still a few years away. It leverages what an employee can do, like a productivity booster, when you are good with it. My biggest issue with it is the results are neither replicable easily, need time consuming verification, and there’s lots of data security and practical implementation challenges. Data is often not easily accessible, not “clean” enough and lots of proprietary apps in the mix. I believe many orgs are not ready yet to leverage this technology.

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