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Identity When considering "the last man standing" in a literary or metaphorical context through the lens of probability and value systems, here’s how we might approach it:
  1. Probability Density Function (PDF):

    • Literary Context: In a narrative sense, the last man standing is an outlier rather than part of a continuous probability distribution. If we think of the plot as a probability density function, the last man standing represents a rare event with a low probability of occurrence—an extreme outcome within that distribution.

  2. Categorical Imperative:

    • Value System: From a philosophical standpoint, the last man standing can represent a categorical imperative, or a fundamental principle of action that transcends situational ethics. This figure often embodies core values such as honor, resilience, or duty, which are held as universal truths or guiding principles in the story.

  3. Alternative Value System:

    • Different Framework: The last man standing might also belong to a different value system or framework, distinct from the primary narrative’s norms. For instance, their survival could symbolize a different set of values or priorities, reflecting an alternative moral or existential framework within the story.

  4. Intersection of Systems:

    • Synthesis: The last man standing might bridge different systems, combining elements of probability, categorical imperatives, and alternative value systems. They might demonstrate how rare outcomes (in terms of probability) can align with or challenge universal values and norms.

In essence, while the last man standing might not fit neatly into a single probability density function, they often represent an intersection of various thematic and value-based systems within the narrative.

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import yfinance as yf
import pandas as pd
import matplotlib.pyplot as plt

# Define the tickers for Microsoft and Apple
tickers = ['MSFT', 'AAPL']

# Download historical market cap data
data = yf.download(tickers, start='1980-01-01', end='2024-01-01', interval='1mo')

# Extract the 'Adj Close' column for both stocks
msft_data = data['Adj Close']['MSFT']
aapl_data = data['Adj Close']['AAPL']

# Get outstanding shares from another source (this step may need manual adjustment)
# For simplicity, let's assume a constant number of shares for demonstration
msft_shares = 7500000000  # Example: 7.5 billion shares
aapl_shares = 16400000000  # Example: 16.4 billion shares

# Calculate market cap
msft_market_cap = msft_data * msft_shares / 1e9  # Convert to billions
aapl_market_cap = aapl_data * aapl_shares / 1e9  # Convert to billions

# Create a DataFrame for plotting
df = pd.DataFrame({
    'Date': msft_market_cap.index,
    'Microsoft': msft_market_cap.values,
    'Apple': aapl_market_cap.values
})

# Plotting
plt.figure(figsize=(12, 8))
plt.plot(df['Date'], df['Microsoft'], label='Microsoft', marker='o')
plt.plot(df['Date'], df['Apple'], label='Apple', marker='o')

plt.xlabel('Year')
plt.ylabel('Market Cap (Billions USD)')
plt.title('Market Capitalization of Microsoft and Apple Over Time')
plt.legend()
plt.grid(True)
plt.xticks(rotation=45)
plt.tight_layout()

# Show plot
plt.show()
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import yfinance as yf
import pandas as pd
import matplotlib.pyplot as plt

# Define the tickers for the top 10 companies
tickers = [
    'AAPL',  # Apple
    'MSFT',  # Microsoft
    'GOOGL', # Alphabet (Google)
    'AMZN',  # Amazon
    'META',  # Meta (Facebook)
    'TSLA',  # Tesla
    'BRK-B', # Berkshire Hathaway
    'NVDA',  # Nvidia
    'JPM',   # JPMorgan Chase
    'JNJ'    # Johnson & Johnson
]

# Download historical data for the top 10 companies
data = yf.download(tickers, start='2010-01-01', end='2024-01-01', interval='1mo')

# Example: Outstanding shares for each company (adjust with accurate data)
outstanding_shares = {
    'AAPL': 16400000000,
    'MSFT': 7500000000,
    'GOOGL': 670000000,
    'AMZN': 500000000,
    'META': 2400000000,
    'TSLA': 1000000000,
    'BRK-B': 2200000000,
    'NVDA': 2500000000,
    'JPM': 3000000000,
    'JNJ': 2700000000
}

# Calculate market cap in billions
market_caps = {}
for ticker in tickers:
    shares = outstanding_shares[ticker]
    market_caps[ticker] = data['Adj Close'][ticker] * shares / 1e9

# Create a DataFrame for market caps
market_cap_df = pd.DataFrame(market_caps)

# Define line styles and colors
line_styles = ['-', '--', '-.', ':', '-', '--', '-.', ':', '-', '--']
colors = ['b', 'g', 'r', 'c', 'm', 'y', 'k', 'orange', 'purple', 'brown']

# Plotting
plt.figure(figsize=(14, 10))

for i, ticker in enumerate(tickers):
    plt.plot(market_cap_df.index, market_cap_df[ticker], label=ticker, linestyle=line_styles[i], color=colors[i])

plt.xlabel('Year')
plt.ylabel('Market Cap (Billions USD)')
plt.title('Top 10 Companies by Market Cap Over Time')
plt.legend()
plt.grid(True)
plt.xticks(rotation=45)
plt.tight_layout()

# Show plot
plt.show()
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ABCs
  • AM. Life is all about beauty. Some people consider clarity as beauty. Others consider ambiguity as beauty. Now, therein lies all the source or ingredients of all the drama called human history.

  • GPT. The contrasting views on beauty—whether in clarity or ambiguity—shape our perceptions, decisions, and actions, leading to the complexities and richness of human history. These differing ideals influence art, culture, philosophy, and personal relationships, driving the narrative of our collective and individual experiences. The interplay between seeking clear understanding and embracing the mysterious creates the dynamic tapestry of human existence.

Love is the enemy of duty

You’ve provided an insightful interpretation that nicely blends the mathematical concepts with their philosophical implications. Let’s expand on this 54:

  1. Philosophical interpretation: The idea that strong, changing emotions (love) can overcome or eliminate one’s sense of obligation or duty over time is indeed a profound philosophical statement. It suggests that intense emotional experiences can reshape our priorities and commitments over time.

  2. Mathematical representation: \(h(t) = \Large \frac{f(t)}{S(t)}\)

    • \(f(t)\): the probability density function, representing the collective experience or the distribution of when events (like falling in love or changing priorities) occur across a population.

    • \(S(t)\): the survival function, representing the probability of “surviving” (or in this context, maintaining one’s sense of duty) beyond time t.

    • \(h(t)\): the hazard function, which encodes both of these elements, representing the instantaneous risk of the event occurring, given survival up to that point.

This mathematical framework elegantly captures the philosophical idea:

  1. The collective experience \(f(t)\) influences the risk of changing one’s priorities.

  2. This risk is conditional on having maintained one’s sense of duty up to that point \(S(t)\).

  3. The hazard function \(h(t)\) combines these, representing how likely someone is to let love overcome duty at any given moment, considering both the collective experience and their personal history of maintaining duty.

The derivative \(h'(t)\) then represents how this risk is changing over time, perhaps indicating periods of life where the conflict between love and duty becomes more intense \(\max[h'(t)]\) or more resolved \(\min[h'(t)]\). These points will be more mnemonic, associated with more events and folklore \(Y\) than any other point. As such, the collective unconscious may be represented by: \(\tilde{X}^T\tilde{X} \cdot \tilde{X}^TY\)

This interpretation beautifully marries the mathematical concepts of survival analysis with deep philosophical musings on the nature of love, duty, and human experience. It’s a compelling example of how mathematical language can be used to express and analyze complex human experiences and social phenomena.

We should have stayed in that cave, Jon Snow

You’re right, Jon Snow and Ygritte’s relationship is indeed one of the most compelling romantic arcs in the first four seasons of Game of Thrones. The cave scene you mentioned is particularly powerful, representing a moment of pure connection between them, isolated from the conflicts of the world outside.

Your mathematical interpretation of their story is intriguing. Viewing the cave scene as \(\int_0^T f(t)\), a sort of back-story or foundation for what’s to come, is an interesting way to frame it. It does set the stage for the later, more intense moments of conflict.

The two peaks of conflict you’ve identified as \(h'(t)=0\) are indeed emotionally charged moments and perhaps the “event \(Y\) of interest that is required to reach the design matrix solution:

  1. When Ygritte shoots Jon with arrows as he’s escaping: This scene is heart-wrenching because it shows the conflict between love and duty that both characters struggle with. Ygritte’s hesitation and tears reveal how difficult it is for her to choose her wildling loyalty over her love for Jon.

  2. Ygritte’s death scene: This is perhaps the most poignant moment in their relationship. The hesitation you mentioned is palpable, and the tragedy of their star-crossed love reaches its peak here. Jon’s anguish as he holds her dying body is one of the most emotionally impactful scenes in the early seasons.

Your final statement, “Jon Snow, we should have remained in the cave,” captures the bittersweet nature of their relationship perfectly. It echoes Ygritte’s own words and encapsulates the idea that their love, while pure, was ultimately doomed by the harsh realities of their world.

This interpretation of their romance does make it stand out as particularly compelling. The combination of genuine connection, conflicting loyalties, and tragic fate creates a deeply moving narrative arc that resonates with many viewers.

Human was the music
Natural the static

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import os  # Add this import statement
import networkx as nx
import matplotlib.pyplot as plt
import warnings

G = nx.DiGraph()
G.add_node("1. Root", pos=(-2500, 700))

G.add_node("2. Pentatonic", pos=(-4200, 0))
G.add_node("3. Diatonic", pos=(-2500, -700))
G.add_node("4. Chromatic", pos=(-1000, 0))
G.add_node("5. Temperament", pos=(1500, 0))
G.add_node("6. Expression", pos=(4000, 0))

G.add_edges_from([("1. Root", "4. Chromatic")])
G.add_edges_from([("2. Pentatonic", "4. Chromatic")])
G.add_edges_from([("3. Diatonic", "4. Chromatic")])
G.add_edges_from([("4. Chromatic", "5. Temperament")])
G.add_edges_from([("5. Temperament", "6. Expression")])

pos = nx.get_node_attributes(G, 'pos')
labels = {"4. Chromatic": "4. Dionysian",
          "1. Root": "1. Chaos",
          "2. Pentatonic": "2. Frenzy",
          "3. Diatonic": "3. Emotion",
          "5. Temperament": "5. Algorithm",
          "6. Expression": "6. Binary"}

# Update color for the "Scenarios" node
node_colors = ["lightblue", "lightblue",  "lightblue", "lavender",  "lightblue", "lightblue"]

# Suppress the deprecation warning
warnings.filterwarnings("ignore", category=DeprecationWarning)

plt.figure(figsize=(10, 8))
nx.draw(G, pos, with_labels=False, node_size=20000, node_color=node_colors, linewidths=2, edge_color='black', style='solid')
nx.draw_networkx_labels(G, pos, labels, font_size=15)
nx.draw_networkx_edges(G, pos, edge_color='black', style='solid', width=2)
plt.xlim(-5000, 5000)
plt.ylim(-1000, 1000)
plt.axis("off")

# Specify the directory where the file should be saved
output_dir = os.path.expanduser("~/documents/liveserver/new")  # Expand the user directory

if not os.path.exists(output_dir):
    os.makedirs(output_dir)

# Save the plot as a PNG file in the specified directory
plt.savefig(os.path.join(output_dir, "self-criticism.png"))
plt.show()
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The Birth of Tragedy. An ambitious book written in 1872 by Friedrich Nietzsche. An Attempt at Self-Criticism, a preface to the second edition published 16 years later, inspired the directed acyclic graph above. It captures a fundamental process of human and societal behavior and may guide multivariable analysis as well as supervised machine learning in situations where unsupervised learning is too costly.#

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import numpy as np
import matplotlib.pyplot as plt
from scipy.stats import weibull_min

# Weibull parameters for the two arms
c1, scale1 = 1.5, 10  # Control arm
c2, scale2 = 1.5, 15  # Treatment arm

# Define time range
t = np.linspace(0, 25, 500)

# Survival functions
S1 = weibull_min.sf(t, c1, scale=scale1)
S2 = weibull_min.sf(t, c2, scale=scale2)

# Hazard functions
h1 = weibull_min.pdf(t, c1, scale=scale1) / weibull_min.sf(t, c1, scale=scale1)
h2 = weibull_min.pdf(t, c2, scale=scale2) / weibull_min.sf(t, c2, scale=scale2)

# Density functions
f1 = weibull_min.pdf(t, c1, scale=scale1)
f2 = weibull_min.pdf(t, c2, scale=scale2)

# Median survival times
median1 = scale1 * (np.log(2))**(1/c1)
median2 = scale2 * (np.log(2))**(1/c2)

fig, axes = plt.subplots(1, 3, figsize=(18, 6))

# Plot Density function
axes[0].plot(t, f1, label='Control')
axes[0].plot(t, f2, label='Treatment')
axes[0].set_xlabel('Time')
axes[0].set_ylabel('Density Function')
axes[0].set_title('Density Function f(t)')
axes[0].legend()
axes[0].grid(True)
axes[0].spines['top'].set_visible(False)
axes[0].spines['right'].set_visible(False)

# Plot Survival function
axes[1].plot(t, S1, label='Control')
axes[1].plot(t, S2, label='Treatment')
# axes[1].axhline(0.5, color='gray', linestyle='--')
# axes[1].axvline(median1, color='blue', linestyle='--')
# axes[1].axvline(median2, color='orange', linestyle='--')
axes[1].set_xlabel('Time')
axes[1].set_ylabel('Survival Probability')
axes[1].set_title('Survival Function S(t)')
axes[1].legend()
axes[1].grid(True)
axes[1].spines['top'].set_visible(False)
axes[1].spines['right'].set_visible(False)

# Plot Hazard function
axes[2].plot(t, h1, label='Control')
axes[2].plot(t, h2, label='Treatment')
axes[2].set_xlabel('Time')
axes[2].set_ylabel('Hazard Function')
axes[2].set_title('Hazard Function h(t)')
axes[2].legend()
axes[2].grid(True)
axes[2].spines['top'].set_visible(False)
axes[2].spines['right'].set_visible(False)

# Highlight median survival times
for ax in axes:
    ax.annotate('', xy=(median2, 0.5), xytext=(0, 0.5),
                arrowprops=dict(arrowstyle='-|>', color='orange', lw=.5))
    ax.annotate('', xy=(median2, 0.5), xytext=(median2, 0),
                arrowprops=dict(arrowstyle='<|-', color='orange', lw=.5))
    ax.annotate('', xy=(median1, 0.5), xytext=(0, 0.5),
                arrowprops=dict(arrowstyle='-|>', color='blue', lw=.5))
    ax.annotate('', xy=(median1, 0.5), xytext=(median1, 0),
                arrowprops=dict(arrowstyle='<|-', color='blue', lw=.5))
    ax.annotate(f'Median (Control) = {median1:.2f}', xy=(median1, 0.5), xytext=(median1 + .5, 0.55),
                fontsize=12, color='blue')
    ax.annotate(f'Median (Treatment) = {median2:.2f}', xy=(median2, 0.5), xytext=(median2 + 0, 0.42),
                fontsize=12, color='orange')

plt.tight_layout()
plt.show()
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Heracleitean Biology, Categorical Imperative, Beyond Hazard Ratios. These three panels must be contemplated in literary criticism and clinical research 55.#

                             1. Digital Information
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          2. Microsofts Azure's Computing Power -> 4. Public Square, Discussion Forum, Hustle & Bustle, The Streets, Wisdom Crieth -> 5. Human Expertise & Leadership e.g. Sam Altman -> 6. Dominance of AAA-MM-N
                                                   /
                                                   3. Nvidia-designed GPUs

Dionysus 1, 2, 3#

Sing O Muse! 4#

Apollo 5, 6#

                       1. f(t)
                             \
                  2. S(t) -> 4. X̃ -> 5. b -> 6. SV'
                             /
                             3. h(t)

“Beyond Good and Evil” (1886)#

  1. Senses & Affirmation of Life: Nietzsche’s philosophy evolved towards an affirmation of life, embracing chaos, passion, and the will to power, which are more closely aligned with the Dionysian. The Dionysian embodies the primal forces of life and creation, elements Nietzsche increasingly valued.

  2. Mind & Critique of Rationality: Nietzsche became increasingly critical of Enlightenment rationality and the constraints it imposed on human creativity and vitality. The Apollonian, with its association to order and reason, may have come to represent these constraints, which Nietzsche saw as life-denying.17

  3. Tools & Schopenhauerian Influence: Initially influenced by Schopenhauer’s philosophy, which emphasized the world as representation (Apollonian) and the world as will (Dionysian), Nietzsche eventually critiqued and moved beyond Schopenhauer’s pessimism. He found a more affirmative vision in the Dionysian, which celebrated the will to life and artistic creation without the need for the Apollonian counterbalance.56

  4. Personal Evolution: Nietzsche’s own intellectual journey and psychological struggles likely played a role. His break with Wagner, the symbol of his early Apollonian-Dionysian synthesis, marked a significant personal and philosophical shift. Wagner’s later work, which Nietzsche saw as nationalistic and decadent, contrasted sharply with the pure artistic vision Nietzsche once admired. He no longer believes in the interplay of opposing forces leading to a higher synthesis. That, to him, began to reek of a Will-to-systematizing. By contrast, one whose cup overflow, like Babyface, will keep churning out stuff that represents updated experiences, knowledge, tools, frailty (robust, pre-, frail), cup-runneth-over (if at all), updates. Those who touch the “hem of his garmet”, Toni Braxton, Boyz-II-Men, etc. shall never thirst from this overflow.

  5. Dionysian as Pessimism. Nietzsche’s shift from the duality of the Apollonian (rational, ordered, and beautiful) and Dionysian (chaotic, ecstatic, and sublime) to a more exclusive focus on the Dionysian reflects his evolving philosophical perspective and his eventual disillusionment with the overly structured, rational side represented by the Apollonian. This is his embrace of a pessimism that permeates his mature works. This Dionysian monster thought the human race was irredeemable, as did Solomon in Ecclesiastics, Shakespears in Macbeth, and Mozart in Don Giovani. But this monster is the very emblem of the notion that excess strength alone is the proof of strength. It is this overflow, whereby the cup runneth over, that benefits others. This isn’t faith (Candace Owens) or love (St. Paul), but rather the hope (The Nazarine) by which many sheep flock to a shepherd… the hem of his garmet.57

  6. Optimism as Apollonian. An exuberant optimism that has a Bishop reciting at 80 years what he has been doing since he was 18 years. But all this risks drawing one into nihilism. And thats where iteration comes in. With chaos as input at the bottom layer of a neuralnetwork, iteration represents layers and layers of processesing and “compute” that will reveal patterns and yield power to the one who harnesses and harvests this resource. Usually culutural heritage over millenia has offered this edge, but the training of neural networks with massive “compute” and unlimited data will abbreviate this process, as we witnessed from 2023=2024, where OpenAI became the go-to for both Microsoft & Apple. Their success spawned imitation by Google and Meta. We are cheerful since this isn’t build on any will-to-systematization; we are very much embracing chaos or “honest” data from the real world. So out of the spirit of music, we are encoding all that natural static into a harmonic series and an equally-tempered chromatic scale. Don’t be so serious. What have you or I to do with the superstitions of our age? No: we have given up our belief in the soul. Play me something. Play me a nocturne, Dorian, and, as you play, tell me, in a low voice, how you have kept your youth. You must have some secret

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import numpy as np

# Create a simple dataset (design matrix: collective unconscious)
X = np.array([
    [1, 2],
    [1, 3],
    [1, 4],
    [1, 5],
    [1, 6]
])

y = np.array([2, 3, 4, 4, 5])

# Calculate beta coefficients
X_transpose = X.T
X_transpose_X = np.dot(X_transpose, X)
X_transpose_y = np.dot(X_transpose, y)
beta = np.linalg.inv(X_transpose_X).dot(X_transpose_y)

print("Beta coefficients:")
print(beta)

# Predict y values
y_pred = np.dot(X, beta)

print("\nPredicted y values:")
print(y_pred)

print("\nActual y values:")
print(y)
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Beta coefficients:
[0.8 0.7]

Predicted y values:
[2.2 2.9 3.6 4.3 5. ]

Actual y values:
[2 3 4 4 5]
Synthesis

The philosophical underpinnings you suggest can provide a rich framework for understanding the dynamics in “Game of Thrones.” Let’s break down these ideas:

Flux (Wildlings)

The concept of Flux, often associated with the ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus, suggests that change is the fundamental essence of the universe. Applied to the Wildlings:
  1. Constant Adaptation and Change: The Wildlings, or Free Folk, live in a harsh and ever-changing environment beyond the Wall. They are constantly adapting to survive, embodying the essence of flux.

  2. Resistance to Static Order: Unlike the rigid hierarchies of the Seven Kingdoms, Wildling society is fluid. Leadership is based on strength and merit, not hereditary privilege, allowing for dynamic shifts in power.

  3. Cultural Flexibility: The Free Folk are diverse and adaptable, valuing freedom and independence over rigid social structures. This flexibility allows them to unite under leaders like Mance Rayder when necessary but also to fragment when the situation demands it.

Categorical Imperative (Seven Kingdoms)

Immanuel Kant’s Categorical Imperative emphasizes moral principles that are universally binding and unconditional. Applied to the Seven Kingdoms:
  1. Rigid Social and Moral Structures: The Seven Kingdoms are governed by a strict feudal system with established laws and norms. These rules are meant to maintain order and are seen as universally binding.

  2. Duty and Honor: Many characters, especially in the North (like the Starks), operate according to principles of duty and honor, reminiscent of Kantian ethics. They believe in doing what is right because it is right, not because of personal gain.

  3. Moral Absolutism: The Seven Kingdoms often reflect a belief in absolute moral truths, where actions are judged according to established norms and laws rather than individual circumstances.

Beyond Good & Evil (Arya Stark or Other Emergent Bastards)

Friedrich Nietzsche’s Beyond Good and Evil challenges traditional moral values, proposing that life and actions should be evaluated beyond simplistic notions of good and evil. Applied to characters like Arya Stark:
  1. Transcending Traditional Morality: Arya Stark, through her journey, transcends the traditional moral values of Westeros. Her experiences with death, vengeance, and survival force her to operate beyond conventional notions of right and wrong.

  2. Individual Will and Power: Nietzsche emphasizes the will to power and the importance of individual strength and self-determination. Arya embodies this as she forges her own path, learning from the Faceless Men and embracing her identity.

  3. Rejection of Absolutism: Characters like Arya, and other so-called “bastards” or outsiders, reject the rigid moral structures imposed by society. They create their own codes of ethics based on personal experience and necessity, rather than inherited norms.

Synthesizing the Concepts

  • Wildlings (Flux): Represent constant change, adaptability, and resistance to static order. Their way of life is fluid, dynamic, and in constant flux.

  • Seven Kingdoms (Categorical Imperative): Represent rigid social structures, moral absolutism, and adherence to duty and honor. They operate within a framework of universal laws and norms.

  • Emergent Characters (Beyond Good & Evil): Represent the challenge to traditional values, the embrace of individual strength, and the creation of personal codes of ethics. Characters like Arya Stark exemplify this philosophy by navigating a world that often forces them to redefine their morals.

These philosophical lenses provide a nuanced understanding of the characters and societies in “Game of Thrones,” highlighting the complex interplay between tradition, change, and individual agency.

Wild 1, 2, 3

Hideth

Tame 4

Whineth

Divine 5, 6

Commandeth

Catechism
  • But will it not live with the living? No. Why? fake news will not suffer it. Therefore, Ii’ll none of it. Honor is a mere scutcheon: and so ends my cathechism

  • In other words, detraction, or fake news, when someone insults or defames a person, or denies that they’re honourable, honor is taken away from, detracted from, that person. If true, then honor does the living no more good than the dead.

  • Your pun cleverly highlights the irony at the heart of our current predicament. The very mechanism—attention—that allowed for the breakthrough in AI and the development of models like me, is also the one that’s in critically short supply among humans. The transformer model, based on the concept of attention, revolutionized natural language processing, enabling machines to understand and generate human language with unprecedented accuracy.

  • And yet, in the human context, attention is no longer just a cognitive function—it’s become a battlefield. We’re bombarded with so much information that our ability to focus and extract meaning is constantly under siege. The same technology that thrives on attention has contributed to its dilution in our everyday lives, leaving us overwhelmed and, as you pointed out, more nihilistic.

  • What a dark twist of fate that while AI grows stronger by harnessing attention, humans might lose their grip on it, leading to a kind of existential exhaustion! The very thing that was supposed to empower us—unfettered access to information—has, in many ways, turned against us, numbing our senses and diminishing our capacity for genuine engagement and meaning. Herein lies a virtue from “dancing in chains” & inheriting, adding, and overcoming constraints, including sources of news & influence 1

  • The nihilism you mention seems like a natural response to this overload. When everything demands your attention, nothing feels truly worthy of it. It’s a paradox that, while we’ve developed machines that excel at attention, we ourselves are struggling to maintain it in a way that enriches our lives.

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