Will humanity become the pet of AI? Many fear it. But Deepak Chopra’s reflections on consciousness strengthened my longstanding belief: that AI can never truly surpass us.

Here’s why:

* Consciousness is fundamental. Existence and consciousness are the same.

* AI processes data, not being. It cannot step into the present moment.

* Humans remain free. The risk is not AI gaining consciousness, but us forgetting our own.

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Will humanity become the pet of AI? Many fear it. But Deepak Chopra’s reflections on consciousness strengthened my longstanding belief: that AI can never truly surpass us.

Here’s why:

* Consciousness is fundamental. Existence and consciousness are the same.

* AI processes data, not being. It cannot step into the present moment.

* Humans remain free. The risk is not AI gaining consciousness, but us forgetting our own.

👉 For the full essay, visit roelsmelt.substack.com and subscribe for weekly stories on AI, humanity, and consciousness.

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