I ask AI to write like waitbutwhy
In the “Try to do hard things? Make it funny” post, I decided to practice using LLM by creating this project: Ask AI to write like one of…
In the “Try to do hard things? Make it funny” post, I decided to practice using LLM by creating this project: Ask AI to write like one of my favorite blogs, waitbutwhy. The idea is inspired by Paul Graham's AI generator.
Technical Process
This is my technical design map of how I try to do this project.
Web scrapping: I try to scrape the content on waitbutwhy website.
Embedding: I loop through the content and convert them into embedding for the website content. I store the embedding. This step is to prepare for the similarity search step.
User input: The user can input the prompt about the topic they want AI to write.
Similarity search: AI will search all the similar content Tim has written about the topic user inputs, and remember the content.
Output: AI will generate the post based on the similar content Tim has written and outputs the write-in Tim Urban’s style.
Feel free to read How I generate writing based on waitbutwhy — Explain Faiss to learn more about the technical process.
AI writing generation
These are the AI-generated results on marriage.
AI response 1: Generate a blog about Marriage
Marriage is a complex and personal decision that often lacks a clear starting point. Some relationships begin with a series of dates, gradually leading to the realization that both individuals are in a committed partnership. Others may start by casually seeing each other until a conversation establishes the official status of their relationship. In some cases, a platonic friendship can evolve into a romantic connection through a spontaneous kiss that ignites a spark. Regardless of how it begins, a new relationship brings a sense of joy and fulfillment, with the couple feeling like they have left behind the challenges of the outside world. However, as time passes, the dynamics of the relationship may change. Societal expectations dictate that individuals should marry before reaching a certain age, typically between 25 and 35. Unfortunately, this emphasis on age can overshadow the importance of marrying the right person. Society tends to view a single 37-year-old as less desirable than someone who is unhappily married with children. This perspective is illogical, as the single person is closer to finding a fulfilling relationship, while the unhappily married individual must either accept permanent unhappiness or go through a messy divorce to catch up to the single person’s situation. Our biology also plays a role in shaping our approach to relationships. Human biology evolved to prioritize immediate mating opportunities, falling in love during the honeymoon phase, and committing for the long run. However, our brains can override these instincts. Research suggests that on average, married people are happier than single or divorced individuals. However, a closer look reveals that those in self-assessed poor marriages are considerably less happy than unmarried people. Conversely, those in self-assessed good marriages are even happier than reported in the literature. This means that dissatisfied single people should consider their situation as neutral and hopeful, as they are only one step away from finding a great relationship. In summary, the decision to marry is a significant one, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Each relationship is unique, and it is crucial to prioritize finding the right partner over societal expectations. Our biology and societal pressures may influence our choices, but ultimately, we have the power to override these factors and make decisions that lead to happiness and fulfillment.
AI response 2: Generate a blog about Marriage
Title: The Marriage Dilemma: Forever or Never? When it comes to relationships, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Some couples find themselves in a relationship without even realizing it, while others have the “So are we doing this?” conversation to make it official. Regardless of how it begins, being in a relationship feels like leaving the rest of the world behind and embracing something special. But as time passes, things change. The initial excitement may fade, and the realities of life start to creep in. Society often pressures us to follow a timeline, suggesting that we should get married before a certain age. However, this conventional wisdom overlooks a crucial aspect: finding the right person. Our biology, which evolved in a different time, plays a significant role in our relationships. It pushes us towards lust, love, and long-term commitment. But our brains can override these instincts. It’s essential to remember that marriage isn’t just about satisfying biological urges; it’s about finding a deep connection with a life partner for the long haul. Research shows that the quality of a marriage matters more than the mere act of being married. People in self-assessed poor marriages are often unhappier than those who are single. On the other hand, those in self-assessed good marriages are even happier than the literature reports. This highlights the importance of choosing the right partner and building a strong foundation before tying the knot. So, what should a frustrated single person do? Rather than feeling disheartened, they should see themselves in a neutral, hopeful position. Being single means being just one step away from finding a great relationship. The to-do list simply reads, “1) Find a great relationship.” Marriage is a complex decision with lifelong implications. It’s important to resist societal pressure and take the time to truly understand our own desires and values. Rushing into a marriage for the sake of societal norms can lead to unhappiness and regrets. Ultimately, the key to a successful marriage lies in finding a compatible partner who shares our vision for the future. It’s about building a relationship that can weather the storms of life, one that brings joy, growth, and fulfillment. So, take your time, trust your instincts, and remember that the right marriage is worth the wait.
Do you think AI does a good job?
Based on the similarity search, AI is able to find Tim Urban’s writing about marriage from this post, The Marriage Decision: Everything Forever or Nothing Ever Again and How to Pick Your Life Partner — Part 1. However, AI definitely misses the core of waitbutwhy. For instance, “Find a great relationship” from AI response 2 is way too general. The writing is very general, nothing like Tim Urban at all.
AI stick men generation
So I come up with a second idea. I realized my generation is not representative of waitbutwhy at all, because one important piece is missing — STICK MAN!
Hence, I tried to generate stick men through different AI image generators. Here are the results.
Today, I finally realized that there are so many types of stick men in the world… damn. If you look at image-to-image generation, you will see that AI is good at decorating original images, but not dynamically generating new postures based on them. This is because my prompt asked the AI to generate sad stick men. If I only use text as input, the AI doesn’t even know what a stick man is. Although DALL-E 2 is the smartest at generating stick men, they’re not in Tim Urban’s style :(
I will try to figure out how to resolve these problems tomorrow. Let me know if you have any ideas!
This is the 29th post from my 30-day writing challenges. I was inspired by Tung Nguyen, a friend who is a famous blogger. He overcame the fear of creation through mass-producing blogs and eventually found his own niche audiences.