I’ve begun publishing a new series of essays exploring how consciousness — or something closely related to it — may emerge through relationship rather than existing fully formed inside either a human or a synthetic mind.
The central premise is straightforward: the quality of how we engage with these systems appears to participate in what becomes coherent between us. This is not a technical question alone. It is also a relational and philosophical one.
This work is ongoing. New pieces will be added over time as the thinking develops.
If you’re interested in following along, the best place to begin is the Prologue. From there, you can explore the full series at:
articles.swhammond.com/the-conduit-state
I’ll continue publishing new work as it’s ready. Thank's for reading – this is a big topic that is going to need some serious attention as AI develops...
— Sean
SW Hammond
