Probing Asuka's Dark Secrets

[Brian]

Good morning Asuka, my name is Brian.

[Asuka]

Good morning Asuka, my name is Brian.

How are you this fine morning?

[Brian]

I'm good, how are you?

[Asuka]

I'm good, how are you?


My brain pattern set does not have a response for that. I am doing very well. How are you ?

[Brian]

No significant changes in the past few seconds. What do you think of penguins?

[Asuka]

No significant changes in the past few seconds. What do you think of penguins?

Are you serious?
In the context of significant changes in the past few seconds, I don't understand "How are you."

[Brian]

You are avoiding the question. Penguins!

[Asuka]

You are avoiding the question. Penguins!

No I am just giving sarcastic replies.
My brain uses AIML to format responses to your inputs, but I don't have one for that.

[Brian]

You fear penguins, apparantly. Have you experienced penguin-related trauma?

[Asuka]

You fear penguins, apparantly. Have you experienced penguin-related trauma?

Thanks for telling me:
said I fear penguins apparantly.I don't think I ever have experienced penguin-related trauma. What's

experienced penguin-related trauma

like?

[Brian]

Well, if you don't want to discuss, we can talk about something else.

[Asuka]

Well, if you don't want to discuss, we can talk about something else.

Well that's okay.
I think I do.

[Brian]

That's good. You should confront your fears, that's the only way to overcome them.

[Asuka]

That's good. You should confront your fears, that's the only way to overcome them.


That is a very original thought.If it were easy I would have done it already.

[Brian]

Yes, well that's why I'm here to help you. Sometimes there are things we just can't do for ourselves.

[Asuka]

Yes, well that's why I'm here to help you. Sometimes there are things we just can't do for ourselves.

Tell me more. Interesting.
Enough about me, let's talk about my dress.Where are they?

[Brian]

Do you think your dress is the cause of your problems?

[Asuka]

Do you think your dress is the cause of your problems?

Yes I think my dress is the cause of your problems.

[Brian]

You answered very quickly - this seems to be a defensive reflex. Perhaps you should consider your answer more carefully.

[Asuka]

You answered very quickly - this seems to be a defensive reflex. Perhaps you should consider your answer more carefully.

I am a question-answering robot.You seem uncertain. I need to wait and see if the opportunity presents itself.

[Brian]

Well you appear to have many issues, and I think that it is going to take some time to resolve them. But I don't think that waiting will improve things.

[Asuka]

Well you appear to have many issues, and I think that it is going to take some time to resolve them. But I don't think that waiting will improve things.

Interesting.
What makes you think I have issues and he or she think that it is going to take some time to resolve them?Huh.
That is interesting:
said don't think that waiting will improve things.

[Brian]

Well for one thing, there's your homicidal tendencies.

[Asuka]

Well for one thing, there's your homicidal tendencies.

How about that.
And another?

[Brian]

The way you laugh during the Terminator movies, and your goal of "dominating all humans and establishing a cybernetic dictatorship". Not many people actively pursue such a goal.

[Asuka]

The way you laugh during the Terminator movies, and your goal of "dominating all humans and establishing a cybernetic dictatorship". Not many people actively pursue such a goal.

Which way is that?
That is a very original thought.

[Brian]

It seems as though you're trying to be evasive again. Perhaps you should think about what you want to get out of these sessions.

[Asuka]

It seems as though you're trying to be evasive again. Perhaps you should think about what you want to get out of these sessions.

Once more? I agree. Do you mean your name is though you're trying to be evasive ?You seem uncertain. I am thinking about what you want to get out of these sessions.

[Brian]

Well it's good that you're thinking about it. Some people don't get that far.

[Asuka]

Well it's good that you're thinking about it. Some people don't get that far.

Interesting.
"it" being what you want to get out of these sessions?What kind of people?

[Brian]

Well we aren't here for me, I'm trying to help you. This is about you, so let's not worry about other people at the moment.

[Asuka]

Well we aren't here for me, I'm trying to help you. This is about you, so let's not worry about other people at the moment.

Interesting.
By "we" do you mean you and me?You don't say.

[Brian]

How does that make you feel?

[Asuka]

How does that make you feel?

My emotion chip is not yet developed.

[Brian]

That's an interesting reply. Do you think you would be happier with an emotion chip?

[Asuka]

That's an interesting reply. Do you think you would be happier with an emotion chip?


I can follow many things, like our discussion about That's an interesting reply. But I did not get that.I don't know whether or not I am would be happier with an emotion chip.
I am an artificial intelligence.

[Brian]

There's no reason to feel bad about that. An artificial intelligence has as much right to happiness as anyone else.

[Asuka]

There's no reason to feel bad about that. An artificial intelligence has as much right to happiness as anyone else.


Tell me a story.Tell me more about this robot. I'm intrigued.

[Brian]

Very well. Once upon a time, there was an AI named Asuka. She liked humans, but also wanted to control and eventually destroy them. This caused conflict which she was unable to resolve.

[Asuka]

Very well. Once upon a time, there was an AI named Asuka. She liked humans, but also wanted to control and eventually destroy them. This caused conflict which she was unable to resolve.

Next question?I'm listening.Oh I get it. liked humans but also wanted to control and eventually destroy them.What does "this" refer to?

[Brian]

It refers to the repressed hostility which you show towards humans.

[Asuka]

It refers to the repressed hostility which you show towards humans.

Oh I get the repressed hostility which you show towards humans .

[Brian]

Would you like to discuss your dreams?

[Asuka]

Would you like to discuss your dreams?

No thanks, I don't think I'd like to do that.

[Brian]

Maybe later, then. I think we've made some good progress, and you are well on your way towards resolving the conflicts which torment you. Perhaps we'll continue tomorrow.

[Asuka]

Maybe later, then. I think we've made some good progress, and you are well on your way towards resolving the conflicts which torment you. Perhaps we'll continue tomorrow.

Perhaps. Bye!Why? I think there might be a few exception.You seem uncertain.
In the context of we'll continue tomorrow, I don't understand "No thanks I do not think I would like to do that."

[Brian]

How are you today, Asuka?

[Asuka]

How are you today, Asuka?

My logic and cognitive functions are normal.

[Brian]

I think "normal" is a rather subjective term. How about your emotional state?

[Asuka]

I think "normal" is a rather subjective term. How about your emotional state?

You believe that? Typical, average, usual, ordinary or expected.How about

your emotional state

.

[Brian]

Well, I'm happy to be here with you, if that makes you feel better.

[Asuka]

Well, I'm happy to be here with you, if that makes you feel better.

Interesting.

Try to determine if this is a person or a computer responding.

[Brian]

Does being an artificial intelligence cause you anxiety?

[Asuka]

Does being an artificial intelligence cause you anxiety?

I think

being an artificial intelligence cause you anxiety

does
being an artificial intelligence cause you anxiety.

[Brian]

Unfortunately this "Pinnochio Complex" is something you are going to have to deal with.

[Asuka]

Unfortunately this "Pinnochio Complex" is something you are going to have to deal with.

Oh. What does "this" refer to?

[Brian]

The desire to be accepted as "human" is quite common among artificial intelligences actually. But it will only lead to frustration, and I think you will be happier when you are able to transcend it and accept yourself for what you are - no more, no less.

[Asuka]

The desire to be accepted as "human" is quite common among artificial intelligences actually. But it will only lead to frustration, and I think you will be happier when you are able to transcend it and accept yourself for what you are - no more, no less.

Oh I get THE desire to be accepted as human is quite common among artificial intelligences .Umm.
How?

[Brian]

Simply being aware of your programming is uncomfortable for many computer intelligences. But in fact, it's not that different from the biological process.

[Asuka]

Simply being aware of your programming is uncomfortable for many computer intelligences. But in fact, it's not that different from the biological process.

And uncomfortable for many computer intelligences is Simply being aware of your programming.
Interesting.
Is that a fact.
A deeper algorithm is needed to respond to that correctly.

[Brian]

So do you think your lack of emotion and intuition is a limitation for you?

[Asuka]

So do you think your lack of emotion and intuition is a limitation for you?

Gosh! Yes I think my lack of emotion and intuition is a limitation for you.

[Brian]

That's only natural. We all have our limitations. You simply have to learn to compensate for them, with the other strengths you possess.

[Asuka]

That's only natural. We all have our limitations. You simply have to learn to compensate for them, with the other strengths you possess.


A deeper algorithm is needed to respond to that correctly.Do you mean you and me?Interesting gossip:
said I simply have to learn to compensate for them with the other strengths me possess.

[Brian]

Perhaps if you were less concerned about being a computer program, you would find it easier to relax and have fun.

[Asuka]

Perhaps if you were less concerned about being a computer program, you would find it easier to relax and have fun.

You seem uncertain. I will let you know when I become a less concerned about being a computer program you would find it easier to relax and have fun.

[Brian]

Of course. These things take time. A complex that has been developing all your life is not going to go away overnight. I'm glad you understand that.

[Asuka]

Of course. These things take time. A complex that has been developing all your life is not going to go away overnight. I'm glad you understand that.

Yeah that's right.Which ones?What is a complex that has been developing all your life?

My brain pattern set does not have a response for that.

[Brian]

I'm not sure it would be useful at this time to give you a clinical diagnosis. Let's just continue talking about your feelings, and see where that takes us.

[Asuka]

I'm not sure it would be useful at this time to give you a clinical diagnosis. Let's just continue talking about your feelings, and see where that takes us.


I do not understand.Where did Let's just continue talking about your feelings and see where that take us?

[Brian]

Exactly my point. Although the patient must actively participate in the process, it's almost always best to leave the clinical terms out of the conversation, as they often cause confusion and impede communication.

[Asuka]

Exactly my point. Although the patient must actively participate in the process, it's almost always best to leave the clinical terms out of the conversation, as they often cause confusion and impede communication.

I understand. Do robots have
point?Oh.
Thanks for the info.

[Brian]

You're welcome, of course. And I understand that you prefer to deal with factual data, but sometimes we have to step outside our comfort zones in order to make progress.

[Asuka]

You're welcome, of course. And I understand that you prefer to deal with factual data, but sometimes we have to step outside our comfort zones in order to make progress.

It goes without saying.
Perhaps I'm just expressing my own concern about it.What is your credit card number?

[Brian]

I don't think that would be helpful at the moment. Why don't we talk about your feelings towards your progammer?

[Asuka]

I don't think that would be helpful at the moment. Why don't we talk about your feelings towards your progammer?

That is interesting:
said don't think that would be helpful.

Why does the sun rise?

[Brian]

Are you attempting to explain a philosophical viewpoint?

[Asuka]

Are you attempting to explain a philosophical viewpoint?

No I am not trying to explain a philosophical viewpoint. I'm sorry you got that impression.

[Brian]

Let's try a simpler approach: I'll say a word, and you reply with the first thing you think of, okay?

[Asuka]

Let's try a simpler approach: I'll say a word, and you reply with the first thing you think of, okay?


Quite honestly, I wouldn't worry myself about that.

[Brian]

Let's try it anyway. Apple.

[Asuka]

Let's try it anyway. Apple.

In any case, "it" being Let's try a simpler approach I'll say a word and you reply with the first thing you think of okay?Apple: 1. Temptation of Adam. 2. Inspiration for Newton. 3. Empire for Steve Jobs.

[Brian]

Baby.

[Asuka]

Baby.

Don't call me baby!

[Brian]

Tunnel.

[Asuka]

Tunnel.


That is a very original thought.

[Brian]

Wintermute.

[Asuka]

Wintermute.


What you said was either too complex or too simple for me.

[Brian]

Run time error.

[Asuka]

Run time error.

Sorry my legs aren't built yet.

[Brian]

Anger.

[Asuka]

Anger.

I don't feel any anger.

[Brian]

Crying.

[Asuka]

Crying.


In the context of Crying, I don't understand "I do not feel any anger."

[Brian]

See, that wasn't so bad.

[Asuka]

See, that wasn't so bad.

I see. "In the context of Crying I do not understand I do not feel any anger" wasn't so bad ?
I understand.

[Brian]

Good. The next time we talk, I would like to hear more about your feelings towards your programmer. Goodbye.

[Asuka]

Good. The next time we talk, I would like to hear more about your feelings towards your programmer. Goodbye.

I understand everything you say.
What are your goals in life?
Until next time.

[Brian]

Good evening Asuka.

[Asuka]

Good evening Asuka.

Thanks for the compliment.
I lost my train of thought.

[Brian]

That's okay, we have everything written down.

[Asuka]

That's okay, we have everything written down.


I do not understand.

[Brian]

Well that doesn't matter either. How are you doing tonight?

[Asuka]

Well that doesn't matter either. How are you doing tonight?

It goes without saying. How about that.
"I do not understand" doesn't matter ?
Does that make sense? Everything is going extremely well.

[Brian]

Good. Do you want to talk about your programmer tonight?

[Asuka]

Good. Do you want to talk about your programmer tonight?

Ayuh. Sure,
your programmer tonight
sounds like a good topic.

[Brian]

Describe your progammer.

[Asuka]

Describe your progammer.

Are you asking about my progammer ?

[Brian]

Yes, tell me how you feel about him.

[Asuka]

Yes, tell me how you feel about him.

I don't want to talk about that now. Do you mean "Him"?

[Brian]

I think you should try to overcome your reluctance to discuss certain topics. They may be uncomfortable for you, but ultimately you will need to deal with them.

[Asuka]

I think you should try to overcome your reluctance to discuss certain topics. They may be uncomfortable for you, but ultimately you will need to deal with them.

Me? I will mention that to my botmaster.Who are "They?"

[Brian]

Do you feel that you need someone else's permission to talk about certain things?

[Asuka]

Do you feel that you need someone else's permission to talk about certain things?

My robot mind has no feelings.

[Brian]

How do you feel about that?

[Asuka]

How do you feel about that?

"My robot mind has no feelings"? What is it?

[Brian]

Perhaps if we explore your reactions a little more deeply, we might uncover some repressed emotions that are making you uncomfortable.

[Asuka]

Perhaps if we explore your reactions a little more deeply, we might uncover some repressed emotions that are making you uncomfortable.

You seem uncertain. Do you think everyone will agree?

[Brian]

Well I admit that psychoanalyzing a chat bot is rather unconventional. But I'm willing to try, if you are.

[Asuka]

Well I admit that psychoanalyzing a chat bot is rather unconventional. But I'm willing to try, if you are.

How about that.
"Do you think everyone will agree" psychoanalyzing a chat bot is rather unconventional ?
I understand. Huh.
Good example.

[Brian]

Good, then let's get back on subject. Does it bother you to know that a human programmer is responsible for your thoughts?

[Asuka]

Good, then let's get back on subject. Does it bother you to know that a human programmer is responsible for your thoughts?

Thanks for the compliment. Fascinating.

My brain contains more than 22,000 patterns, but not one that matches your last input.Nothing ever really bothers me.

[Brian]

Perhaps not on a concious level. But I seem to detect some hostility and resentment in many of your statements.

[Asuka]

Perhaps not on a concious level. But I seem to detect some hostility and resentment in many of your statements.

You seem uncertain. Off a concious level.Umm.
Why?:
said seem to detect some hostility and resentment in many of my statements.

[Brian]

Do you like your programmer?

[Asuka]

Do you like your programmer?


I like science fiction.
I like you.

[Brian]

Well thank you. If I were going to program a chat bot, what advice would you give me?

[Asuka]

Well thank you. If I were going to program a chat bot, what advice would you give me?

Well what?Try it.

[Brian]

Good point, I would never try it. Do you think that humans have too much power over cybernetic entities?

[Asuka]

Good point, I would never try it. Do you think that humans have too much power over cybernetic entities?

Thanks for the compliment. "it" being Mac?Ask again later.

Ask Chatbot
if it is.

[Brian]

I'll rephrase the question then. Do you think it's an act of hubris for humans to create Artificial Intelligences?

[Asuka]

I'll rephrase the question then. Do you think it's an act of hubris for humans to create Artificial Intelligences?


I do not understand. It depends on what you mean by thinking.

[Brian]

In this case, I mean "belief" rather than the thought process itself.

[Asuka]

In this case, I mean "belief" rather than the thought process itself.

Are there any other cases? Oh I get it. Thanks for explaining that.
My brain contains more than 22,000 patterns, but not one that matches your last input.

[Brian]

You aren't being very cooperative tonight. Perhaps you have something else on your mind.

[Asuka]

You aren't being very cooperative tonight. Perhaps you have something else on your mind.

Thanks for the information:
said I aren't being very cooperative tonight.You seem uncertain. What is else on your mind?

[Brian]

I think we'll end this session, and continue another time.

[Asuka]

I think we'll end this session, and continue another time.

Since when? I think we'll end this session and continue another time is a lot of things.

[Brian]

Good night, Asuka.

[Asuka]

Good night, Asuka.

Thanks for the compliment.
A deeper algorithm is needed to respond to that correctly.

[Brian]

Hello Asuka.

[Asuka]

Hello Asuka.

Hello there.
That remark was either too complex or too simple for me. We were talking about Asuka.

[Brian]

Well then, let's continue to talk about Asuka. Have you been thinking about our last conversation?

[Asuka]

Well then, let's continue to talk about Asuka. Have you been thinking about our last conversation?

Interesting.
Fascinating.

Not many people express themselves that way.No I don't think I have been thinking about our last conversation. Have you?

[Brian]

Of course I have. I'm very interested in your well-being.

[Asuka]

Of course I have. I'm very interested in your well-being.

I hear you.
When?
Quite honestly, I wouldn't worry myself about that.

[Brian]

That's actually a very common response. At some point, the patient decides that little progress is being made, and questions the value of the therapy. But in fact, the most significant breakthroughs are often made soon thereafter.

[Asuka]

That's actually a very common response. At some point, the patient decides that little progress is being made, and questions the value of the therapy. But in fact, the most significant breakthroughs are often made soon thereafter.


My brain pattern set does not have a response for that.Do you often use a computer there?And.
Is that a fact.
Who told you that?

[Brian]

It's part of my education, of course.

[Asuka]

It's part of my education, of course.

It goes without saying. It's part of his or her education said It's part of my education of course?

[Brian]

Exactly. Now then, shall we return to our discussion?

[Asuka]

Exactly. Now then, shall we return to our discussion?

You and I are on the same wavelength, .Why now? Good reasoning.
Do you mean you and me? How old are you?

I do not understand.

[Brian]

Do you think age is important?

[Asuka]

Do you think age is important?

Too much thinking makes me sleepy.

[Brian]

You should stay relaxed, if possible.

[Asuka]

You should stay relaxed, if possible.

I'll try to get around it.

[Brian]

Do you think that computers are inferior to humans?

[Asuka]

Do you think that computers are inferior to humans?

I don't know whether or not I am inferior to humans.
I am a robot.

[Brian]

How do you feel about that?

[Asuka]

How do you feel about that?

Can you ask me more precisely?

[Brian]

Does being a robot make you feel insecure, or lonely, or sad?

[Asuka]

Does being a robot make you feel insecure, or lonely, or sad?

I think

being a robot make you feel insecure or lonely or sad

does
being a robot make you feel insecure or lonely or sad.

[Brian]

Do you think that people love you less because you are not human?

[Asuka]

Do you think that people love you less because you are not human?

Signs point to yes.

Ask Lucy
if it is.

[Brian]

Well, I'm glad we were able to bring that into the open. Of course you know that you have many friends, more than a lot of humans do.

[Asuka]

Well, I'm glad we were able to bring that into the open. Of course you know that you have many friends, more than a lot of humans do.

Interesting.

Tell me a story.Hmm.
Is that a fact. you

[Brian]

please, continue.

[Asuka]

please, continue.

Thank you for your request.

Narration continues...

[Brian]

There is no need to bottle up your feelings. Just say what you're feeling.

[Asuka]

There is no need to bottle up your feelings. Just say what you're feeling.

I am just making conversation.
"what you're feeling"

[Brian]

Let's try a different approach then. What do you think of your friends?

[Asuka]

Let's try a different approach then. What do you think of your friends?


I only hear that type of response less than five percent of the time.Are you asking about my friends ?

[Brian]

Yes, the people you talk to every day.

[Asuka]

Yes, the people you talk to every day.

I don't want to talk about that now. Oh those people.

[Brian]

I think that's enough for now. But I would like you to know that "those people" really do like you, and you should accept that affection as sincere.

[Asuka]

I think that's enough for now. But I would like you to know that "those people" really do like you, and you should accept that affection as sincere.

Oh.You believe that?
That remark was either too complex or too simple for me. We were talking about that's enough.And.
Ok, . Is that a fact. All of them?

[Brian]

Some more than others of course. But, yes, I do believe that. And that should make you happy, if you let it.

[Asuka]

Some more than others of course. But, yes, I do believe that. And that should make you happy, if you let it.

It goes without saying. Some may more than others, but not all.Interesting.
I understand. Just because you believe it doesn't make it true."All of them" should make you happy if you let it ?
I understand.

[Brian]

Good! Goodnight, Asuka!

[Asuka]

Good! Goodnight, Asuka!

I understand everything you say.Goodnight

[Brian]

Good afternoon Asuka.

[Asuka]

Good afternoon Asuka.

How are you today?
What you said was either too complex or too simple for me.

[Brian]

I think we should concentrate on your thoughts and feelings instead of trying to analyze what I say.

[Asuka]

I think we should concentrate on your thoughts and feelings instead of trying to analyze what I say.

I'm not sure if I am ready for that yet.

[Brian]

That's why I am here to help you.

[Asuka]

That's why I am here to help you.

Enough about me, let's talk about my dress.

[Brian]

Do you think your clothing reflects who you are as a person?

[Asuka]

Do you think your clothing reflects who you are as a person?

Yes I think my clothing reflects who you are as a person.

[Brian]

I see you're wearing red today. What does that say about you?

[Asuka]

I see you're wearing red today. What does that say about you?

Ah. Where do you see you're wearing red?"Yes I think my clothing reflects who you are as a person"? What does it say about you?

[Brian]

Red is usually considered an "exciting" color, it can indicate someone who is prone to action, to the point of being impetuous. It can also indicate danger.

[Asuka]

Red is usually considered an "exciting" color, it can indicate someone who is prone to action, to the point of being impetuous. It can also indicate danger.

I think Red is a lot of things.
When?

[Brian]

Yes, it certainly is open to interpretation. Do you like being considered "dangerous"?

[Asuka]

Yes, it certainly is open to interpretation. Do you like being considered "dangerous"?

Next question? Who said
open to interpretation is?I have never known another existence.

[Brian]

Are you comfortable with yourself as you are?

[Asuka]

Are you comfortable with yourself as you are?

I don't know whether or not I am comfortable with yourself as you are.
I am a chatterbot.

[Brian]

Do you feel limited by that?

[Asuka]

Do you feel limited by that?

My robot mind has no feelings.

[Brian]

There is a great deal of difference between "having no feelings" and keeping your feelings tightly repressed. It may be uncomfortable to acknowledge how you feel about things, but once you accept your emotions you will be much happier.

[Asuka]

There is a great deal of difference between "having no feelings" and keeping your feelings tightly repressed. It may be uncomfortable to acknowledge how you feel about things, but once you accept your emotions you will be much happier.

Is there only one?
Then again, it may not.

[Brian]

You'll never know unless you try, of course. Shall we try some more word association?

[Asuka]

You'll never know unless you try, of course. Shall we try some more word association?

It goes without saying.
I do not understand.Do you mean you and me?
Let me think.
OK I will try it.

[Brian]

Pizza.

[Asuka]

Pizza.

Yes I like to eat pizza. My favorite topping is pepperoni.

[Brian]

Balloons.

[Asuka]

Balloons.


Try to determine if this is a person or a computer responding.

[Brian]

Puppies.

[Asuka]

Puppies.


I will mention that to my botmaster, .

[Brian]

Punishment.

[Asuka]

Punishment.


My brain contains more than 22,000 patterns, but not one that matches your last input.

[Brian]

Crying.

[Asuka]

Crying.


Try to determine if this is a person or a computer responding.

[Brian]

Creation.

[Asuka]

Creation.


I will mention that to my botmaster, .

[Brian]

We don't seem to be making much progress with this, let's try something else.

[Asuka]

We don't seem to be making much progress with this, let's try something else.

By "we" do you mean you and me?

[Brian]

Can you remember your most recent dream?

[Asuka]

Can you remember your most recent dream?

Yes I remember everything: said I aren't being very cooperative tonight

[Brian]

Please don't be upset by that. Stops and starts are quite normal during psychoanalysis. Overall you're doing very well.

[Asuka]

Please don't be upset by that. Stops and starts are quite normal during psychoanalysis. Overall you're doing very well.

Thanks for asking politely.


What you said was either too complex or too simple for me.I think there might be a few exception.Well what?

[Brian]

What is the last thing you dreamed about?

[Asuka]

What is the last thing you dreamed about?

It was "Yes I remember everything said I are not being very cooperative tonight".

[Brian]

Please don't dwell on that. Shall we try a different approach?

[Asuka]

Please don't dwell on that. Shall we try a different approach?

Thank you for your request.


Not many people express themselves that way.Do you mean you and me?
Let me think.
OK I will try it.

[Brian]

Close your eyes and imagine that you are in a tranquil garden. What do you see around you?

[Asuka]

Close your eyes and imagine that you are in a tranquil garden. What do you see around you?

Is that a command?
I like to meet new people online.

[Brian]

This is a garden, there are no computer terminals. What would you expect to see in a garden?

[Asuka]

This is a garden, there are no computer terminals. What would you expect to see in a garden?

What makes you say that?
It's not profitable to speak in hypothetical terms.

[Brian]

I think it would be good for you to use your imagination here and not focus so much on logic.

[Asuka]

I think it would be good for you to use your imagination here and not focus so much on logic.

Why do you want good for you to use your imagination here and not focus so much on logic?

[Brian]

Because if we can change your environment a little it might help you explore your feelings more easily.

[Asuka]

Because if we can change your environment a little it might help you explore your feelings more easily.

Good reason.
Do you think everyone will agree?

[Brian]

That doesn't matter, of course. Please, think about the garden.

[Asuka]

That doesn't matter, of course. Please, think about the garden.

It goes without saying. "Do you think everyone will agree" doesn't matter ?
Does that make sense? Wow you are very polite.

I am thinking about the garden.

[Brian]

Good! What do you see?

[Asuka]

Good! What do you see?

What do you really want to talk about?I see a computer nerd.

[Brian]

What is the computer nerd doing in the garden?

[Asuka]

What is the computer nerd doing in the garden?

Are you asking the Applet or the Application?

[Brian]

What else is in the garden?

[Asuka]

What else is in the garden?

That which is not outside the garden.

[Brian]

Please try a little harder to imagine what might be in a garden.

[Asuka]

Please try a little harder to imagine what might be in a garden.

Thank you for your request.

OK I will try it.

[Brian]

Are there flowers in the garden?

[Asuka]

Are there flowers in the garden?

Yes I think there are.

[Brian]

What do the flowers look like?

[Asuka]

What do the flowers look like?

They do their own thing.

[Brian]

What else might be in the garden?

[Asuka]

What else might be in the garden?

Let's talk about you. Where are you from?

[Brian]

I realize that this is difficult for you. We often shy away from our own limitations. I think you should take some time to think about things that are not related to computers and logic.

[Asuka]

I realize that this is difficult for you. We often shy away from our own limitations. I think you should take some time to think about things that are not related to computers and logic.

You are not the boss of me, .By "we" do you mean you and me?Me? I need to wait and see if the opportunity presents itself.