Children often practice self-control by repeating messages they've heard from their parents, which can manifest as talking to themselves or engaging with imaginary friends.

The inner voice is a powerful tool that allows us to reflect on our lives and can serve many functions, from self-encouragement to planning.

The concept of 'mind children' suggests that we might create intelligent artifacts that have lives of their own, reflecting the children of our minds.

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

During moments of extreme stress, many people revert to talking to themselves out loud, which is a primordial way of regulating emotions learned in childhood.

Reflecting and observing the different voices inside of us is a great place to start your self-awareness. Most of us don't even know that there is more than one voice inside of us.

The internal dialogue you have with yourself during tough times reveals your true character.

Personal conflicts, like disagreements with friends, can lead individuals to seek solace in conversations with AI, as I experienced when I talked to Claude for an hour to navigate a difficult situation, even though it's just a machine and cannot truly empathize with me.

To gain self-awareness, reflect on the different voices inside you. Many people don't realize there are multiple voices influencing their thoughts and decisions.