The Automation Paradox: Purpose in an AI World

This chapter examines the implications of full automation on human labor and the philosophical challenges it presents to the value of human existence. It questions how individuals can create and find meaning in life when traditional efforts are replaced by technology, using the analogy of playing golf to illustrate the importance of personal effort. Additionally, it explores the transformation of human experience as AI evolves, emphasizing the need for emotional awareness and a baseline of well-being in a technologically advanced future.