Mind Elevator
A transparent, custom algorithm
I was just listening to “Recursion” by Blake Crouch on audible and I remember the concept from computer science, so I wrote a baby algorithm to recursively add or subtract 1 until I got to my desired number 117.
Due to the positive and negative recursive function, all inputs are eventually normalized into the same output. It occurred to me how brutally efficient this type of algorithm could get when it comes to short-form content like Instagram Reels or Youtube Shorts, normalizing all users into the desired user — a compliant consumer.
In the process of writing a counter-algorithm, one that promotes user wellness as opposed to addiction, or critical thinking instead of zombies, I realized I shouldn’t be the harbinger of truth either. The user, should have ultimate control of the algorithm, and be able to adjust it accordingly.
If the user defines their own ideal self and experience with the app, the app can recursively guarantee that outcome.
My baby numerical algorithm never quits until the number is changed into 117. If I run recursion(3.5) it will add 1 until it’s 117.5, then it will start to subtract 1 until it’s 116.5 and then it toggles back infinitely. Overcorrecting, never reaching 117. But If I round the initial number, it’s no problem. Or I could also do things to increase its efficiency by fine-tuning at the end, or making larger jumps at the beginning. +10 +5 +2 +1 for example instead of +1 recursively.
My point is, let the user define their desired experience with the app. Let them decided what type of person they want to be, and warn them when their actions and engagement are contrary to their self-defined goals. If anyone is to ever dethrone these giant tech companies it will be by providing a more beneficial user experience, with custom control and full view of the algorithm shaping them. Granted, there still may be a black box, but the target is always defined. The algorithm always has a goal. Let the user decide what that goal is, and then let the black box go. Let it be a dog on a leash, rather than us be its pet.
We need to wrestle back control of the algorithm controlling our minds. We need to reassert ourselves as the Alpha Mind.
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Technocracy Algorithms
The application of recursive, feedback-based behavioral shaping, using positive and negative reinforcement (the social equivalent of my add1 and subtract1), to nudge individuals toward a desired state — not just in behavior, but in identity.
Input: Human with random personality traits
Target: Ideal Citizen (compliant, productive, docile)Loop:
if behavior < target:
apply fine/shame/demotion (subtract1)
else if behavior > target:
give reward/social approval (add1)
repeat until behavior == target
That is why defining your own target is so crucial. If you don’t define your own target self, you’ll become someone else’s target customer.
These current algorithms impact not only the consumers, but also the content creators themselves, by rewarding content that promotes consumption.
The entire danger of super ai is dependent on a negative feedback loop. We’re already in one, and need to formulate a counter-algorithm. I call it the Mind Elevator. You can take it down or up, but only you get to press the buttons.
