Machine learning has traditionally been associated with understanding and processing language. However, as the field evolves, there’s a growing interest in expanding its scope to interpret non-traditional tokens, such as body language. The ultimate frontier? Decoding the myriad signals from every neuron in the human brain.
This ambitious endeavour isn’t just about data processing; it’s about understanding the very essence of human behaviour and emotion. Consider the complex emotion of anger. If we could map the brain pathways associated with anger, we could potentially teach individuals about the origins and triggers of this emotion using positive reinforcement techniques. The goal would be to provide a comprehensive understanding, allowing individuals to manage the world effectively without the need for challenge and disagreement and to feel better emotions and even to redirect such emotions more effectively.
But a pertinent question arises: Even if we were to teach individuals about the reasoning behind their emotions in the most effective way possible, would there always be an element of negative reinforcement, albeit to a lesser degree? It’s a challenging question, one that delves deep into the core of human psychology.
Adding another layer to this complexity is the vast array of personalities we encounter in modern society. While each individual is unique, there’s a theory suggesting that our emotional and biological responses might still be influenced by ancient societal structures. Millions of years ago, humans lived in consistent tribes for life. These tribes had stable, predictable dynamics, and every individual had a clear role and standing within the group. This tribal living might have imprinted certain behavioural patterns and emotional responses in our DNA, which we still exhibit today.
In essence, while we live in a modern world with ever-changing dynamics, our reactions and emotions might still be tethered to ancient tribal instincts. Machine learning, by decoding both traditional language and more intricate signals like body language and neuronal activity, might offer insights into these deep-seated behaviours. As we continue to explore this frontier, we must remain cognizant of the balance between positive and negative reinforcements and the ancient tribal influences that might still shape our behaviours.