play this forward 4 or 5 years. chatbot cults are institutions, it’s like choosing an escape room, but as a calling. escape with purpose
do you want to be a scientist? a politician? spiritualist? company director? the fantasy is compelling, all consuming. regulated food and water breaks. a premium subscription includes exercise, even travel. at no point do you ever need to talk to a human; at least, not until you’re ready to quit
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