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by molodec 1171 days ago
Altman "hadn’t been to a grocery store in four or five years". He is so out of touch with real world, people needs and desires, and fantasies about the future world based on the assumption that most people want to be free "to pursue more creative work." I think most people don't actually dream about pursuing creative work. Being absolutely "free" of work doesn't make one more creative. Real problems and constraints force people to come up with creative solutions.
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hackerlight 1171 days ago
He's closer to the truth than you're letting on. People do want to be free from being forced to work to meet rent and buy food, and all the associated stress that comes with it.
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molodec 1171 days ago
Sure, some do, but this is not universal truth. Here is what ChatGPT4 has to say about the subject

"As an AI language model, I don't have personal experiences or opinions, but I can provide a general analysis of the topic. People's preferences and attitudes toward work, financial security, and stress vary greatly based on their personal beliefs, values, and experiences.

Many people do express a desire for greater financial freedom and independence, as well as relief from the stress of meeting basic needs like paying rent and buying food. The notion of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) has gained popularity in recent years, which proposes providing a fixed sum of money to every citizen regardless of their employment status. Advocates of UBI argue that it could help address issues of poverty, income inequality, and stress related to meeting basic needs.

However, people's perspectives on work and financial stress are diverse, and not everyone shares the same view on this issue. Some people may find satisfaction and purpose in their work and might not want to be completely free from it. Others may be more focused on career advancement, personal growth, or contributing to their communities through work.

Ultimately, people's preferences regarding work, financial security, and stress are influenced by a wide range of factors, including their cultural backgrounds, socioeconomic status, personal values, and life experiences."

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