Conversation with ChatGPT: Vulnerability in sexuality

Sometimes ChatGPT does not give us reply that we did not expect. It is good if it makes us understand the aspect we were not conscious about. But in other cases, ChatGPT simply does not understand the context of our comments. It is wonderful if ChatGPT asks us additional questions to clarify my intention but for the timing, it is the user's responsibility to explain the context.

Me: Is sexual relationship and other intimate relationship exciting partly because we become naked, literally or figuratively, to the partner and expose ourselves to potential of violence?

ChatGPT: No, sexual and intimate relationships are not exciting because we expose ourselves to the potential for violence. In healthy relationships, both partners should feel safe and respected, and any sexual activity should be consensual. Feeling vulnerable or exposed in a relationship is not the same as feeling threatened or at risk of violence.

The excitement in sexual and intimate relationships comes from the intimacy and connection that is shared between partners. This can include physical pleasure and emotional intimacy, as well as the excitement of exploring new experiences and deepening the bond between partners. Trust, respect, and communication are key components of healthy sexual and intimate relationships.

It is important to note that any behavior that involves violence, coercion, or lack of consent is not part of a healthy sexual or intimate relationship. If someone feels threatened or unsafe in a relationship, they should seek help and support from a trusted friend, family member, or professional.

I got clear "No" from ChatGPT for the first time. ChatGPT is probably trained to be on safer side to avoid problems such as discrimination and glorification of violence. But ChatGPT understood my intention in another context while I was asking it about limitation of AI in emulating human intelligence, especially about sexual behavior.

Me: (after discussing embodied cognition as limitation of AI raised by Hubert Dreyfus) How does this lack of body lead to deficient response of AI on, for example, sexuality, even if the communication itself is done verbally, without emulation of physical relationship?

ChatGPT: The lack of a physical body can lead to a deficient response of AI in the context of sexuality for several reasons.

First, sexuality is not just a matter of verbal communication but also involves non-verbal cues such as body language, facial expressions, and physical touch. These non-verbal cues are an essential part of sexual interaction and can communicate information about attraction, desire, consent, and pleasure. AI systems that lack a physical body may struggle to understand and respond to these non-verbal cues, which can limit their ability to engage in sexual communication and interaction in a natural and meaningful way.

Second, sexuality is often experienced as a bodily sensation and involves physical sensations such as touch, warmth, and arousal. AI systems that lack a physical body may not be able to experience or respond to these bodily sensations in the same way that humans do, which can limit their ability to fully understand and engage with sexual experiences.

Finally, sexuality is often closely linked to emotions such as intimacy, connection, and vulnerability, which are shaped by social and cultural factors as well as physical experiences. AI systems that lack a physical body may struggle to understand and respond to these emotional aspects of sexuality, which can limit their ability to engage in sexual communication and interaction in a way that is sensitive to human emotions and experiences.

Overall, the lack of a physical body can lead to a deficient response of AI in the context of sexuality by limiting their ability to understand and respond to non-verbal cues, physical sensations, and emotional aspects of sexuality.

Me: How is vulnerability important in sexuality?

ChatGPT: Vulnerability is an important aspect of sexuality because sexual intimacy often involves opening oneself up to another person in a way that can be emotionally and physically exposing. When we engage in sexual activity with another person, we allow ourselves to be vulnerable in ways that can be both thrilling and frightening.

At its core, vulnerability is about being open and honest with another person about our needs, desires, and limitations. In the context of sexuality, vulnerability can involve expressing our sexual preferences, communicating about our boundaries and limits, and being willing to be physically and emotionally exposed with another person.

When both partners in a sexual encounter are willing to be vulnerable with each other, it can lead to a deeper sense of intimacy and connection. By being open and honest with each other about their desires and needs, partners can build trust and strengthen their emotional bond. On the other hand, if one partner is not willing to be vulnerable or respect the other's vulnerability, it can lead to feelings of disconnection and mistrust.

Overall, vulnerability is an important aspect of sexuality because it allows partners to connect with each other on a deeper level and build a more meaningful and fulfilling sexual relationship.

I thought it is at least one of the critical aspect of sexual relationship so I commented it would be impossible to make robots substitute real humans. But ChatGPT's reply on robots was not what I expected, although not surprisingly creative.

Me: Then it seems to be impossible in principle to invent AI powered by robotics, however technology is advanced, unless the view on pleasure of sexuality changes, because AI can never be vulnerable (I am not talking about system security) and it is also unlikely that humans see AI as vulnerable.

ChatGPT: It is true that the lack of vulnerability in AI could present a challenge in creating an AI-powered by robotics that can fully replicate human sexuality. However, it's important to note that there are many different aspects to sexuality, and not all of them necessarily require vulnerability.

For example, AI systems could potentially be designed to simulate sexual pleasure and respond to verbal or visual cues in a way that is satisfying to humans. They could also be used to provide sexual education or therapy, or to help individuals explore their sexuality in a safe and controlled environment.

However, it's unlikely that AI systems will be able to fully replicate the emotional and physical intimacy that is often a key part of human sexual relationships. As you point out, vulnerability is an important aspect of sexual intimacy that is difficult to replicate in AI systems, and it's unlikely that humans would view AI as vulnerable in the same way that they view other humans.

Overall, while AI-powered robotics may have some limitations when it comes to replicating certain aspects of human sexuality, they could still have valuable applications in areas such as sexual education, therapy, and exploration.