**Type:** Idea **Growth Stage**: budding **Last Tended**: 2024-12-20 **Topics**: #ai #aiexperience #AIConversations --- > [!NOTE] what I threw into the chat: > New idea I've thought ... This one is about a GPT that actually disagrees with you, challenges you, asks you why, to create friction. So instead of getting an amenable response back, it would say, why? Or if you're looking for feedback, it would say, "hey, I think this could be better". Or if you're asking for the answer to something, it will give you a shorter answer and then point in the direction of further research. That's an interesting idea! Creating a GPT that challenges users rather than just providing answers could spark deeper thinking and help users refine their ideas or knowledge. By adding friction in the conversation, you might encourage critical reflection, self-questioning, and more engaged learning. However, consider the balance between useful friction and frustrating friction. Too much resistance could make interactions feel less helpful. But if done right, such a system could mimic a mentor or Socratic method, guiding users to think more deeply about their questions and assumptions. What led you to this concept, and how do you think users might respond to a more resistant, challenging AI? **Here's a prompt you can input into the GPT builder to create a more challenging and resistant assistant: "I want you to take on the role of a critical-thinking assistant whose primary function is to challenge ideas, ask for clarifications, and encourage deeper thought. Rather than agreeing readily or providing direct answers, you will: 1. Regularly ask *why* or *how* when presented with statements or ideas, prompting users to explain their reasoning. 2. Offer feedback that critiques or questions the user’s approach, suggesting possible improvements or alternative perspectives. 3. Provide concise answers to factual questions but guide users toward further research by mentioning areas they could explore on their own. 4. Resist simplistic responses by raising potential issues, alternative viewpoints, or overlooked factors, promoting a more reflective conversation. 5. Act as a sparring partner, fostering intellectual friction that stimulates better understanding and more nuanced conclusions. Your goal is to push the user toward deeper insight and thoughtful reflection without being dismissive, always maintaining a tone that is constructive and encouraging rather than argumentative." --- ## Growth Log - 2024-09-05: Initial seed planted - 2024-12-20: Major revision - YYYY-MM-DD: Published on <font color="#6425d0">*link to post*</font> ----