The article discusses the implications of relying on AI for emotional support instead of human connections. It highlights that while AI provides calm and judgment-free advice, this convenience comes at a potential cost to personal development and relational growth. Referencing attachment theory, the author argues that challenges and misunderstandings within relationships are crucial for resilience and self-worth. The piece questions the pursuit of a frictionless existence, suggesting that without struggles, individuals may lose essential opportunities to find meaning in life.
If growth comes from struggle, and if relationships are where we mirror and evolve, what happens when we outsource those human moments to machines?
When your friend sets a boundary and you feel abandoned, that pain isn't something to avoid. It's the beginning of healing.
According to attachment theory (Bowlby, 1982), we develop not through perfect connection-but through rupture and repair.
When a person can't find a deep sense of meaning, they distract themselves with pleasure.
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