The Idea or The Person

“I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.”............. Michelangelo (Italian painter, sculptor and architect 1475-1564)

There is a difference between loving or being attracted to the concept/idea of something rather than what is true and real. Falling in love with the idea of someone means idealizing them—a flexible, imagined version tailored to meet one’s desires and expectations. In contrast, loving the person means accepting them with all their real traits, flaws, and complexities.

The idea of AI

The truth is that AI does not want to think with you, but for you. it is competing with you for the same unit of thought. Their explicit goal is to save you from doing actual cognitive work. whether that’s drafting a letter or drawing a picture. 

Our brains are not static they evolve over time and they can evolve to be less creative. You have to unravel the idea from the truth and rebel for the survival of humanity. Skip the computer and AI for awhile. Brainstorm with a friend, Do some math in your head, Sit in front of a spreadsheet and decipher. Sketch it out on paper, Try something new. Concentrate, exhaust your ideas, consent to being bored.

The way to get people to be creative is to assure them that they are separate from their imaginations.

Eskimo bone-carvers did not try to make a specific shape but to reveal that which was already inside it. Previous cultures perceived artists as “transmitters” rather than “creators.” Their work was not viewed as an embodiment of their mental state, but as a message from the divine. 

Agentic AI uses advanced algorithms and machine learning to perform tasks and make decisions on behalf of people ultimately cutting off social networks. While people with stronger, more diverse social connections and habits show slower biological aging. 

When you stand by the idea:

You’re loyal to principles, values, or truth. This approach prioritizes what’s right over who’s right. It’s especially important when integrity, fairness, or long-term consequences matter more than personal ties.

When you stand by the person:

You’re showing loyalty, empathy, and trust. Sometimes people make mistakes, but their intentions, relationships, or character might make them worth supporting through that. Standing by the person can strengthen bonds and show humanity.

The healthiest stance:

Stand by the idea of AI — its promise to serve humanity — but hold yourself accountable for creativity.

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