Harnessing AI for Emotional Healing: A Cautionary Tale
Episode Overview
AI can mirror your thoughts, potentially inflating your ego. Use AI intentionally to challenge your perspectives. Balance AI use with real-world relationships. AI is great for journaling prompts and boundary setting. Avoid creating a 'yes bot' that reinforces unhealthy patterns.
AI is so, so helpful for a lot of things, but if you're only getting information from it to agree with you, you're actually not healing.
Artificial intelligence has become the talk of the town, but have you ever wondered about its impact on emotional healing? In this episode of The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast, Allison K. Dagney explores the delicate balance between using AI as a tool for self-awareness and the risk of it turning into a 'yes bot' that reinforces unhealthy patterns.
Allison shares her personal experiences, shedding light on how AI can mirror your thoughts and potentially inflate your ego if not used wisely. She emphasises the importance of using AI with intention, asking it to challenge your perspectives rather than just validate them. Through humorous anecdotes and real-life examples, Allison guides you on how to leverage AI for growth without falling into the trap of moral superiority or victim mindset.
The episode is a treasure trove of practical tips on using AI for journaling prompts, boundary setting, and exploring emotions. It’s a gentle reminder that while AI can be a fantastic support tool, it’s not a substitute for human interaction and real-world relationships. So, if you’re curious about how to harness AI for your healing journey without losing touch with reality, this episode is just the ticket.