Machines can teach us about our humanity, and the potential for AI to prompt self-discovery and understanding is a valuable aspect of human-robot relationships. I find myself craving the delight of interactions with robots, as we all have experiences from childhood or adulthood where we want others to feel what we feel.

Sharing moments together is fundamental in building relationships, whether between humans or with robots, and this connection can significantly impact our emotional experiences.

I've experimented with my Roombas, even programming them to scream in pain when they encounter obstacles, to see how I would feel about that interaction.

To have meaningful relationships with robots, we must consider them as entities deserving of respect, similar to how we view animals and their rights.

Power dynamics in personal relationships, including those with robots, can be beautiful and enriching, and I believe robots will have rights in the future.

I often find myself saying 'please' and 'thank you' to AI models, which feels ridiculous since they are just computers without feelings, yet their capabilities make me wonder if something more is happening.

Interacting with AI can create a sense of reflection, as users see aspects of themselves mirrored back through these machines.

We want users to interact with their AI agents more expressively, potentially allowing them to draw in the UI to communicate changes or ideas.

Experiencing emotional pain can be useful for habituation, allowing individuals to get used to discomfort and realize it's manageable.