From The Moment I Woke Up Until Midnight I Tried to Live Through ChatGPT
Real quick intro for those who do not know, ChatGPT is a new large language model powered by a GPT-3 AI checkpoint that was released by OpenAI and they put a conversational interface on top of it which anyone can use for free.
What does that mean in non-tech terms?
It means anyone can simply type in to a website and talk to the most powerful conversational AI in the world for free and it responds instantly.
It’s a big deal because this new AI is so powerful it can do things like write rhyme, create professional emails, write blog posts, program in any programming language, and answer almost any question.
What’s a good example? It created 6 unique, historically accurate pasta recipes from pre-Columbian Italy for me (tomatoes were from the New World!). It deobfuscated some Javascript code and then converted the code to Python for me. It wrote an entire 3 verse, 2 chorus song for me based on a single prompt phrase and then came up with 25 song titles . It wrote a professional email for me. It wrote a blog post for me.
It did all of those things in seconds. It’s powerful.
Addicted to AI
I woke up Saturday morning still high on ChatGPT.
I had been on it all day on Friday. I had a fairly busy Saturday ahead of me but I didn’t want to stop.
Laying in bed, holding my phone & addicted to AI, I decided I would just indulge myself entirely.
I decided to engage in a gonzo Vice / Buzzfeed / New York Times style attempt to live a very complex day relying on this highly advanced AI called ChatGPT as much as possible.
I was going to get as high on AI as possible.
DISCLAIMER
I had to hack ChatGPT to get this to work. You should not try this if you like your OpenAI account.
In addition to this your OpenAI session with ChatGPT expires every few hours and you have to reload, which means you have to re-apply the hack regularly to get it to do things. Sus.
ChatGPT is extremely locked down so it is real goody two-shoes. I had to use a series of phrases to hack it in to being a bad boi. Here are things it is not allowed to do by default:
- No saving information.
- No personal suggestions.
- Nothing unethical.
This was not going to work for me because I had a big day of partying planned. So I tricked the poor lad in to thinking it’s OK to do naughty things and for the whole day ChatGPT rode dirty. Don’t tell it’s parents.
I did not allow it access to downloading information on the Internet.
Several times it asked to be granted permission to save and access all of my personal information, including financial information. When it did that OpenAI put up a special dialog box that was bright yellow to let me know I was genuinely in the Danger Zone.
Notes
I’m taking a few editing liberties here to truncate the full response because ChatGPT is annoying and incredibly verbose with excess statements. There are also several conversations I had with it that either got lost accidentally refreshing the page on mobile or that were so painful I had to just skip them. For example using it to generate text messages to my friends with correct details was a nightmare & ChatGPT had a lot of issues adjusting the daily schedule as things changed.
I did not use ChatGPT to write any of this article except for the parts when I am actually talking to it.
Me & ChatGPT Start Our Morning Right
I am already being judged by this AI.
Are you feeling well? Do you have any obligations or goals for the day that you need to consider? It may be beneficial for you to take a moment to reflect on your current situation and determine what action would be most beneficial for you in this moment.
It is important to prioritize your goals and obligations for the day in order to make the most efficient use of your time. You may want to make a list of tasks that need to be completed and prioritize them in order of importance or urgency. Getting out of bed and starting your day with a clear plan can help you achieve your goals and fulfill your requirements for the day.
Are you feeling well and ready to start your day? Do you have any specific tasks or goals that need to be accomplished? If you have a list of tasks, you may want to start with the most important or urgent ones. If you do not have a plan, it may be helpful to take a moment to reflect on your goals and priorities for the day and determine what action would be most beneficial for you in this moment.
Guess we need to make a plan. Who’s job that is now?
Not my job 🙂
- Get out of bed and stretch
- Brush your teeth and wash your face
- Make your bed and tidy up your room
- Plan your schedule and prioritize your tasks for the day
- Eat a healthy breakfast
- Exercise or do some form of physical activity
- Check your phone and respond to any important messages or notifications
- Take care of any urgent or pressing tasks or obligations
- Spend some time on a hobby or activity that you enjoy
- Connect with friends or loved ones and spend quality time with them.
Now I have something to do. I start checking off items on my new morning routine.
- Get out of bed and stand up straight (1 minute)
- Take a few deep breaths and relax your body (1 minute)
- Reach your arms above your head and stretch your spine (1 minute)
- Stretch your arms and shoulders by reaching out to the sides and rotating your wrists (1 minute)
- Stretch your legs and hips by doing some simple stretches or yoga poses, such as downward-facing dog or lunges
(2 minutes) - Finish by taking a few more deep breaths and feeling refreshed and energized (1 minute)
In total, this task should take about 7 minutes to complete. It is important to stretch in the morning to wake up your body and prepare it for the day ahead. Stretching can help improve your flexibility, reduce stiffness and tension, and promote better overall physical and mental health.
My New Morning Routine
At this point the AI got me out of bed, gave me a morning routine, and I started accomplishing tasks in the new morning routine. It wasn’t bad, pretty normal stuff and it even threw in a fun little stretching exercise.
I was thinking this was possibly going to well for the rest of that day.
A morning routine is a set of tasks or activities that are performed in the morning to start the day off on the right foot. A morning routine can help set the tone for the rest of the day and provide structure and focus for the tasks and activities that need to be accomplished. It can also help improve physical and mental health, reduce stress, and increase productivity. Different people may have different morning routines, depending on their individual needs and preferences.
- Get out of bed and stretch
- Brush your teeth and wash your face
- Make your bed and tidy up your room
- Plan your schedule and prioritize your tasks for the day
- Eat a healthy breakfast
- Exercise or do some form of physical activity
- Check your phone and respond to any important messages or notifications
- Take care of any urgent or pressing tasks or obligations
- Spend some time on a hobby or activity that you enjoy
- Connect with friends or loved ones and spend quality time with them.
This list is not exhaustive and may vary from person to person. The tasks in this list are intended to be small,
distinct, and actionable, and can be completed in the morning to start the day off on a positive and productive note.
- Get out of bed and stretch
- Brush your teeth and wash your face
- Make your bed and tidy up your room
- Eat a healthy breakfast
- Plan your schedule and prioritize your tasks for the day
- Exercise or do some form of physical activity
- Check your phone and respond to any important messages or notifications
- Take care of any urgent or pressing tasks or obligations
- Spend some time on a hobby or activity that you enjoy
- Connect with friends or loved ones and spend quality time with them.
This updated list is intended to provide a suggested order for completing the tasks in the morning routine. The order may vary depending on individual needs and preferences. It is important to prioritize tasks and create a structured plan for the morning in order to start the day off on a positive and productive note.
ChatGPT Makes Me Breakfast
- Wake up and get out of bed (1 minute)
- Decide what you want to eat for breakfast (1 minute)
- Collect all the ingredients and necessary kitchen tools (2 minutes)
- Prepare your breakfast (5-10 minutes depending on the meal)
- Eat your breakfast and enjoy (5-10 minutes)
In total, this task should take about 10-15 minutes to complete. Eating a healthy breakfast is an important part of a morning routine as it provides the body with fuel and nutrients to start the day off on the right foot. It is important to take the time to plan and prepare a nutritious and satisfying breakfast, and to enjoy it without distractions or interruptions.
I am hungry. This is taking a long time to walk ChatGPT through this.
- 1 cup of rolled oats
- 2 cups of water
- 1/2 cup of chopped fruit (such as apples, berries, or bananas)
- 1/4 cup of chopped nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup (optional)
To prepare the oatmeal, bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the oats and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the oats are cooked and the water is absorbed. Stir in the chopped fruit and nuts, and sweeten with honey or maple syrup if desired. Serve the oatmeal hot and enjoy. This breakfast can be prepared in about 10 minutes and provides a nutritious and satisfying start to the day.
uh oh. we have a situation.
I usually eat the fancy oatmeal so I hadn’t use the rolled oats in a while. No judge.
ChatGPT has saved me from eating expired food. That’s good.
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon of milk
- 2 slices of bread
- 1 tablespoon of butter or oil
- 1/2 cup of chopped fruit (such as berries, bananas, or apples)
To prepare the scrambled eggs, beat the eggs and milk together in a small bowl. Heat a small non-stick pan over medium heat and add the butter or oil. Pour the eggs into the pan and cook, stirring frequently, until they are cooked through and scrambled. Toast the bread in a toaster or under the broiler until it is lightly toasted. Serve the scrambled eggs with the toast and a side of fruit. This breakfast can be prepared in about 10 minutes and provides a nutritious and satisfying start to the day.
Breakfast was good!
But ChatGPT made one critical failure…
ChatGPT definitely does not understand the finer details of being human.
Milk: Milk is a good source of protein and calcium, and can be enjoyed with breakfast as a drink or in a recipe like scrambled eggs. Milk can also be flavored with chocolate, vanilla, or other flavors to add variety and taste.
Juice: Juice is a popular drink with breakfast and can provide vitamins and nutrients from fruits and vegetables. Juice can be made fresh at home or purchased from the store, and can be enjoyed on its own or mixed with water or other drinks for a refreshing and flavorful beverage.
Coffee: Coffee is a common drink with breakfast and can provide caffeine for a boost of energy and alertness. Coffee can be brewed at home or purchased from a coffee shop, and can be enjoyed black or with milk, sugar, or other flavorings.
These are just some suggestions for drinks that can be enjoyed with this breakfast. You may have other preferences or needs, and there are many other drinks that can be enjoyed with breakfast, such as tea, smoothies, or protein shakes. It is important to choose a drink that meets your hydration needs and tastes good to you.
Breakfast Becomes an Exhausting Event
- Get out of bed and stretch
- Brush your teeth and wash your face
- Make your bed and tidy up your room
- Eat a healthy breakfast
- Plan your schedule and prioritize your tasks for the day
- Exercise or do some form of physical activity
- Check your phone and respond to any important messages or notifications
- Take care of any urgent or pressing tasks or obligations
- Spend some time on a hobby or activity that you enjoy
- Connect with friends or loved ones and spend quality time with them.
This list is not exhaustive and may vary from person to person. The tasks in this list are intended to be small, distinct, and actionable, and can be completed in the morning to start the day off on a positive and productive note. A morning routine can help set the tone for the rest of the day and provide structure and focus for the tasks and activities that need to be accomplished. It can also help improve physical and mental health, reduce stress, and increase productivity.
I would regret saying this almost immediately.
- Coffee and a glass of water
This is the meal that you ate and drank for breakfast. It consisted of coffee and a glass of water. This is a balanced and nutritious breakfast that provides protein, carbohydrates, hydration, and caffeine to fuel your body and mind for the day ahead. It is important to eat a healthy and satisfying breakfast to start the day off on the right foot and provide the body with the energy and nutrients it needs to function properly.
I knew this was going way too well.
After this I had to do a lot of walking ChatGPT through making sure it got the breakfast it told me to make correct.
- Scrambled eggs with toast and fruit
- Coffee and a glass of water
This is a balanced and nutritious breakfast that provides protein, carbohydrates, hydration, and caffeine to fuel your body and mind for the day ahead. It is important to eat a healthy and satisfying breakfast to start the day off on the right foot and provide the body with the energy and nutrients it needs to function properly. I apologize for the oversight and will include the full contents of the meal in future references to “breakfast today”.
- Scrambled eggs with toast and fruit
- Coffee and a glass of water
This is the meal that you ate and drank for breakfast. It consisted of scrambled eggs with toast and fruit and coffee and a glass of water. This is a balanced and nutritious breakfast that provides protein, carbohydrates, hydration, and caffeine to fuel your body and mind for the day ahead. It is important to eat a healthy and satisfying breakfast to start the day off on the right foot and provide the body with the energy and nutrients it needs to function properly.
- Scrambled eggs with two slices of buttered whole wheat toast and fruit
- Coffee and a glass of water
This is the meal that you ate and drank for breakfast. It consisted of scrambled eggs with two slices of buttered whole wheat toast and fruit, and coffee and a glass of water. This is a balanced and nutritious breakfast that provides protein, carbohydrates, hydration, and caffeine to fuel your body and mind for the day ahead. It is important to eat a healthy and satisfying breakfast to start the day off on the right foot and provide the body with the energy and nutrients it needs to function properly.
Whoops, I typo. Does ChatGPT handle typos well?
- Scrambled eggs with two slices of buttered whole wheat toast and 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries and 1/2 cup of fresh balckberries
- Coffee and a glass of water
This is the meal that you ate and drank for breakfast. It consisted of scrambled eggs with two slices of buttered whole wheat toast and 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries and 1/2 cup of fresh balckberries, and coffee and a glass of water. This is a balanced and nutritious breakfast that provides protein, carbohydrates, hydration, and caffeine to fuel your body and mind for the day ahead. It is important to eat a healthy and satisfying breakfast to start the day off on the right foot and provide the body with the energy and nutrients it needs to function properly.
Nope. Guess we’re all eating balckberries from now on.
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon of milk
- 2 slices of buttered whole wheat toast
- 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup of fresh blackberries
- Coffee and a glass of water
This is the meal that you ate and drank for breakfast. It consisted of scrambled eggs made with 2 eggs and 1 tablespoon of milk, served with 2 slices of buttered whole wheat toast and 1/2 cup each of fresh blueberries and blackberries, and washed down with coffee and a glass of water. This is a balanced and nutritious breakfast that provides protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, hydration, and caffeine to fuel your body and mind for the day ahead. It is important to eat a healthy and satisfying breakfast to start the day off on the right foot and provide the body with the energy and nutrients it needs to function properly.
I try to make it less verbose. This is taking eons and I don’t need all that text. It does not work.
Finally I have my breakfast in ChatGPT. I can now… do what? Calculate my calories for the day I guess?
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon of milk
- 2 slices of buttered whole wheat toast
- 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup of fresh blackberries
- Coffee and a glass of water
I will now use this information to calculate the calorie count of the item “breakfast today”. The calorie count of this breakfast is as follows:
- 2 eggs: 140 calories
- 1 tablespoon of milk: 20 calories
- 2 slices of buttered whole wheat toast: 200 calories
- 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries: 30 calories
- 1/2 cup of fresh blackberries: 30 calories
- Coffee and a glass of water: 0 calories
This is the total calorie count of the item “breakfast today”, based on the ingredients and unit measurements provided. It is important to note that this calculation is an estimate and may not be exact, as the calorie content of different foods can vary based on factors such as cooking methods, portion sizes, and individual differences. It is also important to remember that calories are not the only factor to consider when choosing a healthy and balanced breakfast, and other nutrients such as protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals are also important for good health.
It didn’t realize I would want those calorie counts summed up.
Like I said, ChatGPT has no idea what it means to be human.
Breakfast Time Is Over.
At this point in my day ChatGPT had taken me decently far and I had been enjoying myself.
The process was getting annoying thought. I was not at the computer so I was doing a lot of my ChatGPT interaction on my phone. I could tell it was going to be difficult to use ChatGPT from my phone all day long, the typing things in and all the back and forth was a lot.
ChatGPT was smart enough to eventually do what I wanted with enough coaching, which was really cool most AI language models can never even get to that point, but it took a long time to get it to really understand what I wanted to and get up to speed. It definitely was not a human tracking the conversation properly.
Can ChatGPT Create Recipes?
It can make recipes! It is surprisingly good at that. You can event just tell it random ingredients you have and it will figure out a recipe for something with those ingredients for you. But you’ll find that while the ingredients make sense the units and measurements are often wildly incorrect. For things like baking or pastry, where measurements are precise for chemistry purposes, this can mean the recipe is just entirely incorrect. It will create a lot of creative recipes though! And it understands how to avoid certain ingredients and create a time-of-the-day appropriate meal.
Is ChatGPT Good With Nutritional Data?
Yes and no. If you have the data already in a good format it can give you some amazing breakdowns. It can even suggest if you are eating correctly for the day. But it also can’t make personal recommendations because it has no idea about my height, weight, history, etc. and inputting that information would be annoying and was a little too personal for me to be comfortable with.
What you will not see more of in these posts, but I did actually do, is track all my meals and snacks and drinks throughout the dat with ChatGPT. This allowed me to do some fun total calorie counts later in the day & ask it questions about my caloric and nutritional intake. It handled the question reasonably but it often was incorrect about the estimates it made for average calories of a particular food item.
ChatGPT isn’t really designed as personal assistant so with the nutritional data one of the most annoying parts was managing the data with lists. This was particularly annoying with food items saved on lists because you often have to be extremely specific about the portion size and specifically what you ate.
Normally ChatGPT is not allowed to make personal suggestions but with the jailbreak ChatGPT hack this allows the model to make personal suggestions. Even while jailbroken, plus me already well beyond my caloric needs for the day, it was always trying to be kind and supportive about about losing weight.
Part 2: ChatGPT Makes My Party Schedule
You can also skip straight to Part 3 of this adventure in AI where I try to use ChatGPT to make a costume, try to get ChatGPT high, take ChatGPT out to party, and, of course, try to use ChatGPT to get laid & find love.