We’ve Become Predictive Text
The illusion of communication.
When we communicate like predictive text, we choose the path of least resistance. We say what’s statistically expected in a situation, rather than what we genuinely feel, and this creates an echo chamber of recycled phrasing where nuance and original thought are filtered out.
This reduced vocabulary nudges us toward the most common, easily accessible words. Over time, this shrinks our ability to communicate any experience.
A comparison between predictive text humans and zombies comes to mind. š
Zombies represent the total loss of autonomy, individuality and conscious thought. When we look at how modern technology influences human behaviour, the tech-zombie-archetype becomes a literal reality, rather than just a metaphor.
A zombie looks human but is unaware of being conscious. A predictive text response looks like communication, but it lacks genuine human intent, emotion and original reflection.
Once we are consciously aware,
we’re no longer zombified.
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