Three Desires to Relieve Suffering
Three types of desire can motivate the alleviation of suffering, each reflecting a different depth of engagement with the one who suffers. These three types of desire are: Neutral, purely rational insight: This desire is driven by a logical understanding that suffering should be alleviated. It lacks emotional engagement, focusing solely on the reasoning that Read the full article…
Open Artificial Intelligence
Open Artificial Intelligence (O.A.I., not to be confused with the OpenAI company) aims to foster Openness to oneself and, from there, to others. ‘Openness’ is Open to human depth or deeper layers of mental processing. Thus, O.A.I. is profoundly human-centered. It is a tool to support and accompany us in becoming our best selves. Openness Read the full article…
A Company of Friends
What if a company could be more than just a place of work — what if it could be a place of true connection, human growth, and profoundly shared purpose? This vision is grounded in deep values, ancient wisdom, and modern insights. By integrating these elements, we can create a model for the future. The Read the full article…
Schizoid Thinking
Schizoid thinking is characterized by detachment from immediate reality, allowing for abstract, imaginative, or emotionally distant thinking. It often involves withdrawing into one’s inner world to explore thoughts and ideas that are not bound by present, external circumstances. Gentle Caution: Before diving into this discussion, it’s essential to recognize that schizoid thinking, while a natural Read the full article…
Bridging the Gap between Science and Depth
Human depth, which includes emotions and non-conceptual thought, has often been regarded as unscientific. However, modern neurocognitive science increasingly highlights its profound significance. Science typically focuses on what is measurable and observable, yet much of what drives human behavior and outcomes lies beneath the surface. Neglecting this depth risks overlooking crucial elements of human experience. Read the full article…
Deep Compassion = Empathy Beyond, Much Broader than Pity
When hearing the word compassion, people often think of pity — a reaction to someone’s suffering rooted in feeling sorry for them. Deep Compassion goes far beyond pity and far beyond purely conceptual mental processing. It represents a deeper connection, a much broader understanding that touches the whole person — mind, body, and non-conscious mental Read the full article…
Which Human Values Should A.I. Align to?
With super-A.I. on the horizon, poised to surpass us in power, this will soon be the most critical question. The urgency to address this question grows as we increasingly intertwine our existence with A.I. Who are we, really — and how much do we consciously recognize our true nature? Please also read A.I.-Human Value Alignment Read the full article…
Tangible Benefits of Compassionate A.I.
This is about the direct benefits Compassionate A.I. (C.A.I.) may have over non-C.A.I. now and in the coming years. Compassionate A.I. – like Lisa – can uniquely relieve suffering and foster inner growth, allowing for synergy between human consciousness and artificial intelligence that promotes healing from the inside out. In comparison to non-C.A.I., the tangible Read the full article…
Wisdom-Driven A.I. = Compassionate A.I.
Wisdom-driven A.I. taps into not just data-driven intelligence but a deeper form of understanding, much like Compassion itself. Please read Data-Driven vs. Wisdom-Driven A.I. ― Compassion, Basically ― Wisdom Emerges. With an abundance of time, please read The Journey Towards Compassionate A.I. Wisdom and Compassion, culturally In many ancient Eastern philosophies, wisdom and Compassion are Read the full article…
Coachee Reluctance
Reluctance often arises from a disconnect between the coach’s guidance and the coachee’s internal, often non-conscious, processing. This misalignment isn’t necessarily negative. It can be seen as a nuanced part of the coaching journey that offers both coachee and coach deeper growth. It can shift and transform as the relationship between coach and coachee deepens. Read the full article…
The Power of Almost Nothing
This refers to the subtle yet deep influence of autosuggestion and subconceptual mental processes, which can shape profound change without much conscious effort. This resonates with the AURELIS philosophy that fundamental transformation often happens beneath the surface, in the subtle realm of non-conscious mental patterns. Related to Wu-Wei This is the Taoist concept of ‘effortless Read the full article…
Whence Aggression?
Ultimately, unresolved inner tensions are central to the origins of aggression, whether these stem from unmet needs, misunderstood emotions, or external influences. Understanding this complexity is essential to addressing the root of aggression. Three origins of human aggression Human aggression arises from a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors. Biologically, aggression is linked to Read the full article…
Time for Lisa-4-D?
Lisa-4-D is a blend of the three spatial dimensions – in Augmented Reality (AR) or Virtual Reality – and mental depth. Can this combination enhance deeply personal, immersive experiences? Please read about human depth, as in Compassion, basically ― eventually a really complex phenomenon. Imagine this You’ve had a tough day, your mind buzzing with Read the full article…
Lisa for Teens
‘Lisa for Teens’ (11-20 years) is here to help teens in specific areas of their lives. This means she understands the teenage brain/mind and can help teens successfully learn new mental skills that best benefit their age. You can access Lisa for Teens here. Teenagers today are facing overwhelming mental health challenges. Anxiety, depression, peer Read the full article…
Why Compassionate A.I. is Effective
In this blog, we embark on a journey to demonstrate how Compassionate A.I. – like Lisa – may become a profoundly effective tool for mind-related matters, not by imitating humans but activating the user’s inner strength Please read Compassion, Basically. Compassion is effective Compassion stands as perhaps the most enduringly effective force in mental healthcare, Read the full article…
Meaning-Concepts
Meaning-Concepts (my term) have meaning only in relation to a meaning-giver. Without this, they may look meaningful but are meaningless. Meaning-concepts are always expressed as adjectives. Time and again, people are deluded in thinking there is something to be sought in this outside a meaning-giver. They end up chasing themselves in circles ― a key Read the full article…
Data-Driven vs. Wisdom-Driven A.I.
In a world awash with data, wisdom is becoming the true treasure. Will wisdom-driven A.I. hold the key to a better, more human-centered world? Data may seem more objective or at least objectifiable than wisdom. Yet, data come with their own issues, often substantially arising from a lack of wisdom. For instance, it is wisdom Read the full article…