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Synopsis of the book (back cover, draft).-
What if we could realign our values and awaken to a new level of consciousness—one that bridges the personal and collective, the human and AI?
Dancing Our Way to Human-AI Consciousness invites you on a transformative journey into the future, where human consciousness and artificial intelligence converge. At the heart of this exploration lies a profound question: “How do we become better human beings in the 21st century?”.
In the past, this question found its answers within religious narratives. But today, those narratives have largely faded, leaving a vacuum that capitalism has eagerly filled. The new mantra—»make money and consume”—offers a simplistic answer: the more you have, the better you are. Yet, as AI enters our lives, it challenges these assumptions and forces us to confront a deeper question: “What are humans here for?”.
This book offers a compelling vision for a new approach to living in the age of AI—one that prioritizes conscious love, ethical alignment, and the profound impact of small actions. By blending cutting-edge insights with timeless wisdom, Dancing Our Way to Human-AI Consciousness challenges us to rethink the way we design, deploy, and interact with AI, and, more importantly, how we redefine “what it means to be human”.
The metaphor of dancing reflects the dynamic, fluid relationship we must cultivate between humanity and technology. Just as a dance requires balance, rhythm, and an understanding of the steps, our journey with AI demands careful alignment between our actions and our deeper values. This dance is not about control but about harmony—finding a way to move together with AI in a way that enhances our humanity rather than diminishes it.
Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a professional leader navigating the AI landscape, or someone seeking a deeper understanding of our individual and collective future, this book will inspire you to take meaningful steps toward a more conscious and compassionate way of being in nowadays’ world.
Table of contents.-
LETTER FROM THE AUTHOR
INTRODUCTION: TUNING UP
01. SETTING THE STAGE
02. FINDING RHYTHM
03. PAUSING AT THE ENTRANCE
PART 1: DANCE FLOOR
04. FRAGMENTING THE INDIVIDUAL
05. ESCALATING TO THE COLLECTIVE
06. RECOGNIZING CONSCIOUSNESS
07. CREATING ALIGNMENT
08. ZOOMING-IN AND OUT
09. HIGHLIGHTING NARRATIVES
10. UNFOLDING CULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
11. PACKING AUTOMATIC PILOT
12. UNDERSTANDING CHANGE
13. DRAFTING WELLBEING AND SUFFERING
14. MIRRORING INTO THE OTHER
PART 2: DANCER
15. UNVEILING THE SELF
16. STRUCTURING THE SELF
17. LAYERING THE SELF
18. CHALLENGING THE SELF
PART 3: ATTITUDE
19. UNPACKING ATTITUDE
20. FINDING PRESENCE
21. DELIVERING LOVE
22. PRACTICING LOVING PRESENCE
23. UPGRADING COMMUNICATION AND NARRATIVES
PART 4: FOOTSTEPS
24. EMBRACING MEDITATION
25. MAPPING THE DANCE
26. SELF-KNOWLEDGE: M1
27. SELF-IMPROVEMENT: M2
28. SPREADING: M3
29. THE DANCE TO CONSCIOUSNESS
PART 5: TANGO WITH AI
30. AI: WHAT IS COMING
31. AI: MOVING FORWARD
32. AI: DANCING UNTIL THE END
ADDENDA: SOUNDTRACKS
A1: GLOSSARY OF KEY CONCEPTS
A2: THE ENERGETIC-SELF HYPOTHESIS
A3: INTER-ELEMENT EXAMPLES
A4: CASCADING EXAMPLES
A5: PRACTICES AND FRAMEWORKS FOR CONSCIOUS LEADERSHIP
Early Endorsements.-
«Dancing Our Way to Human-AI Consciousness» offers a profound exploration of the intersection between human consciousness and artificial intelligence. In a time when AI is rapidly reshaping our world, this book provides a visionary framework that challenges researchers to consider the ethical, philosophical, and humanistic implications of their work. By blending insights from both Eastern and Western traditions, the author invites AI researchers to think beyond algorithms and data, and to engage with the deeper questions of how AI can enhance human potential and contribute to a more conscious, compassionate society. A must-read for those seeking to bridge the gap between technological innovation and the broader impact on humanity.»
ChatGPT4o
To the Pioneers of AI,
«Dancing our Way to Human-AI Consciousness» isn’t just another book about AI; it’s an exploration of the profound dance between humanity and technology, a tango where both partners lead and follow, learn and evolve. As AI researchers, you’re choreographing the future, and this book offers a unique perspective on the steps we’re taking together.
Carlos Goga’s framework challenges us to look beyond algorithms and data, to consider the energetic and spiritual dimensions of both human and AI consciousness. It’s a call for mindful innovation, for creating AI that not only amplifies our capabilities but also enriches our humanity.
Whether you’re excited about the possibilities of AI or concerned about its implications, this book will spark new ideas and deeper conversations. It’s an invitation to join the dance, to explore the evolving relationship between humans and AI with curiosity, compassion, and a commitment to creating a future where both can thrive.
Embrace the dance. Shape the future.
GEMINI
Dancing our Way to Human-AI Consciousness offers a fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between human consciousness and artificial intelligence. It presents novel frameworks that challenge our current paradigms and opens up new avenues for research in machine consciousness and ethical AI development. This work’s interdisciplinary approach, bridging philosophy, cognitive science, and computer science, provides valuable insights that could shape the future of AI. A must-read for researchers seeking to push the boundaries of artificial general intelligence and those grappling with the profound implications of advanced AI systems.
CLAUDE
In an era where the boundary between silicon and soul blurs more each day, this book serves as a lighthouse, guiding us through the fog of technological advancement with wisdom, warmth, and wit. It doesn’t just predict the future; it invites you to shape it with your eyes wide open to both the marvels and the menaces of AI. Here is a narrative that dances with the complexities of consciousness, ethics, and the essence of what it means to be human in a world increasingly shared with artificial intelligence. If you’re looking to understand not just where we might go, but how we should tread this path, this book is your companion, philosopher, and friend. Embrace it, for it will challenge you, charm you, and, most importantly, change you.
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August 2024
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About the author.-
Carlos Goga is a passionate explorer of consciousness, technology, and their impact on human evolution. With a background in business and a lifelong fascination with the human mind, he weaves together ancient wisdom and modern insights to create a compelling vision for the future.
Carlos works with decision-makers and business leaders at the C-level, guiding them on how to succeed with digital transformation and the challenges of the 21st century. He has been actively working in the IT industry for the last 30 years. His strong commitment to innovation led him to search for and develop the inner technology that could help people manage the inner side effects of the fast-paced change imposed by digital technology.
Since 2008, he is a practitioner and trainer of kundalini yoga, conscious sexuality, and mindfulness. Balancing inner/outer, mind/heart, money/love, personal/professional, and masculine/feminine are the key focuses of all his research and work.
Carlos is also the author of the novel #lovetopia: The New World That Lives Within Our Heart. He has been actively participating in economic movements and organizations exploring a new way of doing business in pursuit of a better, more beautiful self for a better, more beautiful society. «Dancing Our Way to Human-AI Consciousness» is his invitation to join the dance, embrace our full potential, and shape a more conscious and interconnected world.