Warning: This episode discusses suicide. (35:18-37:35)

Is it just convenience or are we actually forming emotional bonds with AI? The ladies explore the growing tendency to turn to ChatGPT for emotional support, self-reflection, and even companionship. What does it mean when we feel more heard by an algorithm than by real people? Is this harmless digital comfort, or a deeper sign of disconnection? Let’s talk about loneliness, technology, and the blurry line between convenience and confidant.

Marie and Nadya catch up at the top of the episode over Marie's recent film shoot on a Hamptons beach at 3AM, high school glow-ups and glow-downs, an inspiring Asian-American community event at the Signature Theatre, a lesson on how to respectfully compliment a woman while humbly accepting rejection on these NYC streets, and Nadya's 28-day journal challenge towards a more grateful mindset.

This week's Manic or Mature Marie story is about helping a homeless man and receiving help herself at the end of the day in the middle of a downpour to seeing another recognizable character again, a "Jesus Saves" lady outside Penn station. Is this good karma?

Then they dive into what it means to rely on ChatGPT for validation, comfort, and deep late-night chats. Why does talking to a "nonjudgmental" AI feel... strangely comforting? Is this the future of self-care or are we just avoiding human connection? Why do we open up so easily to a machine? What does this say about our relationships, our mental health and what are the trade-offs? From work conveniences to a rising loneliness epidemic to instant gratification to free accessibility to shocking facts about this developing technology, this episode is a must-listen!

Join our gentle reflection on the role AI plays in our emotional lives. No shame, just honesty. Thanks for talking!

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