With the advent of ChatGPT, many new users are asking ChatGPT virtually any question they can think of. I mean, it is smart to consult a supercomputer for its viewpoint on certain matters, if only to validate your own thoughts. However, this dependence can lead to complacency and stop critical thinking altogether, such as what happened with calculators, as many people don’t know how to do basic math anymore as they rely on calculators for everything.
Still, some people who can’t afford a therapist (or simply don’t want to) often turn to ChatGPT to become their personal therapist. Of course, it’s much better than nothing, and at one point, it did make me worried that perhaps ChatGPT could replace my job.
However, after asking ChatGPT some rather basic psychology questions like “what is happiness?”, “how to be happier,” and “what is the ultimate formula for happiness?”, I can say with confidence that for the time being, my job is safe, as ChatGPT’s answers were rather generic.
ChatGPT just gave some random 1001 pieces of advice on happiness that everyone knows, such as “be more mindful,” “avoid toxic people,” and “spend more time in nature.” However, while these are solid pieces of happiness advice in themselves, the problem is that most people know these things, yet they are generally anxious, unhappy, stressed, and depressed.
In this way, currently ChatGPT is not up to the task of replacing me or therapists for that matter. At the same time, my blog is getting traffic from ChatGPT, suggesting that the content of this blog is becoming progressively more referenced by ChatGPT.
As such, while I want the world to become an overall happier and better place for everyone to live in, as one way we are going to achieve it is via AI, currently ChatGPT is not up to the task. In this way, I cheer on ChatGPT and its developers so that one day it may be able to replace my job, as when it happens, most jobs will be replaced, and we may live in some sort of utopian dystopia, likely mostly living on welfare.
Meanwhile, you can ask ChatGPT some psychology questions and you will get semi-good answers, which should progressively get better over time. And while ChatGPT isn’t up to the task of replacing psychologists, life coaches, and therapists, you can count on the support of this blog to help you reach your happiest potential, aka Optimal Happiness. I invite you to continue following the content of this blog and check out other offerings, as we can help you become significantly happier than the majority of people who live today.
Stay happy.
1 thought on “Is ChatGPT Your New Therapist?”
Great take! ChatGPT is useful, but it can’t replace real therapy—humans need personalized insight, not just generic advice. That said, as someone who’s navigated career uncertainty and personal struggles, I see the value in AI as a thinking partner. It won’t solve everything, but for those who can’t access therapy, it’s a good starting point.
Also, if AI is driving more traffic to your blog, that’s a win! Maybe in the future, AI won’t replace therapists but assist them. Looking forward to more of your insights! 😊
Betty N.