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Topic: Cognitive Offloading and AI,

Just as Socrates bemoaned the use of books because they made the users weak in the head, so my AI be making us weak in the head.

Cognitive offloading refers to the practice of delegating mental tasks—such as memory, calculation, or reasoning—to external aids. While traditionally involving tools like calculators or notes, LLM AIs represents a significant escalation by offloading complex cognitive functions like analysis, synthesis, and critical judgment.

Those who have left religion have many different experiences; sometimes, those experiences left behind leave us worse for wear. We probably all have a lot of stories, so this is our chance to share them. Whether we just need to laugh, process difficult situations , or are seeking layman's advice, we will break into smaller groups so that everyone has a chance to share. If anything is pressing, or issues are really at a critical moment, please check out the 24/7 hotline from RECOVERING FROM RELIGION: 1-84-I-Doubt-It (1-844-368-2848).

Location:
The Lower Level of the Lake Park Bistro on the Lake side are windows and doors to the meeting room. Walk around the building and find the door and us.

We will also have a Google Hangout/zoom for the meetup. I will post a hangouts link on this page and in our whatsapp so that you can click and join. See you all virtually on Sunday.

FYI: Bring your own coffee; At least one coffee shop is open in the union. Snacks will be provided! Here are a few nearby shops if you want to pick something up on your way:
Roast Coffee Company: 3132 E. Locust (corner of Locust and Maryland).
Stone Creek Coffee: 2650 N. Downer Ave (corner of Downer and Park)
Starbucks: : 2551 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211

Feel free to message me with any questions!

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