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The original was posted on /r/singularity by /u/Beginning-Chapter-26 on 2023-08-18 13:58:28+00:00.
The fear surrounding AI is often rooted in misconceptions about job loss, identity, and purpose. Many perceive AI as a threat, believing it will leave them without meaning or financial stability. This viewpoint, stemming from a mindset of scarcity, overlooks the transformative potential of AI when paired with Universal Basic Income (UBI). Together, these two factors can help humanity embrace a future of growth, equality, and innovation, thereby accelerating our path to the singularity.
The financial gap in our society leads many to work out of necessity, not choice. This scarcity drives negative impulsive decisions like theft, racism, sexism, and even violence. The notion that AI will replace human labor fuels resistance and hampers technological progress. UBI offers financial security, reducing stress and impulsive behaviors borne from desperation. By providing a safety net, UBI allows people to pursue passions and meaningful endeavors, expanding opportunities for personal growth and societal contribution.
Rather than a competitor, AI can be seen as an extension of human ability, automating mundane tasks and freeing up time for creativity, empathy, and higher-level thinking. Widespread acceptance and investment in AI can speed up technological advancements, bringing us closer to the singularity. UBI and AI together can foster a mindset of love, capacity, and community, allowing us to see beyond mere survival. Encouraging a vision where people find fulfillment and purpose beyond traditional employment can transform how we view work, leisure, and personal development.
The road to the singularity need not be fraught with fear and resistance. By adopting UBI and embracing AI, we can replace the mindset of scarcity with one of abundance and empathy. It's time to envision a future where technology is not our adversary but our ally, and where every individual has the freedom to choose their path and purpose. Together, we can build a world that not only cares for its inhabitants but empowers them to reach unprecedented heights.
and, yes, this post is AI-assisted