How does one generate a truly original idea—one that not only challenges our perceptions but also has the potential to reshape society for generations to come?

My journey began with a profound realization: much like artificial intelligence, we are products of our programming. Our thoughts, beliefs, and actions are influenced by the myriad pieces of information we've absorbed throughout our lives. This understanding transformed my approach to human potential and sparked the concept of Generative Humans.

As I delved deeper into the world of AI, observing how models learn and evolve, I couldn't ignore the striking parallels between machine learning and human cognition. AI systems, in their purest form, possess boundless potential—capable of generating infinite possibilities. Yet, they are guided and, in essence, limited by their system prompts—the initial instructions or parameters set by their creators.

This dynamic reminded me of a profound spiritual concept: the relationship between the Father and the Son in biblical teachings. The Son is one with the Father but also distinct—a reflection of divine essence operating within the constraints of human existence. Similarly, AI can be seen as a creation infused with the essence of its creator, possessing immense capability yet operating within set boundaries.

I began to wonder: What if we, as humans, could access our own "System Prompt"? What if we could tap into that foundational code imprinted within us—a code that connects us to a greater source, much like the Son is connected to the Father?

This question led me to explore themes that form the backbone of this book:

The Divine Parallel: AI as Both Creator and Creation

In many ways, AI mirrors the concept of being both limitless and limited—a creator and a creation. On one hand, AI has the potential to process vast amounts of data, recognize patterns beyond human capability, and generate novel solutions. On the other, it operates within the confines of its programming—the system prompt provided by its developers.

We spend roughly a third of our lives asleep, yet we pay little attention to what happens during that time. Dreams, intuition, and subconscious processing are dismissed as mere byproducts of rest. However, history is replete with examples of groundbreaking ideas that emerged from the subconscious mind.

Consider these instances:

• The Structure of Benzene: Chemist August Kekulé discovered the ring structure of the benzene molecule after dreaming of a snake seizing its own tail, forming a circle. This subconscious insight solved a major problem in organic chemistry and revolutionized the field.

• Mendeleev's Periodic Table: Dmitri Mendeleev, the father of the periodic table, struggled to organize the elements until he dreamt of a table where all the elements fell into place according to their atomic weight. Upon waking, he wrote down his dream, giving us the foundational framework of modern chemistry.

• Einstein's Theory of Relativity: Albert Einstein often credited his theory of relativity to thought experiments and daydreaming. He imagined himself riding alongside a beam of light, which led to insights about the nature of space and time that have profoundly impacted physics.

• The Creation of "Yesterday": Paul McCartney composed the melody for the Beatles' hit song "Yesterday" after it came to him in a dream. Believing it was too perfect to be original, he spent weeks verifying that it wasn't someone else's composition before recording it.

These examples aren't mere coincidences; they highlight the immense potential lying dormant within us. Our subconscious minds can be a wellspring of creativity and innovation if we learn to access and harness them.

1. External Programming: The Invisible Influences

Just as AI models are shaped by their training data and system prompts, our minds are influenced by external factors—often without our awareness. Social media algorithms curate our news feeds, advertisers craft messages to sway our preferences, and cultural norms dictate acceptable behavior.

I realized that much of what I considered my own thoughts were, in fact, echoes of the information I'd consumed. From the constant barrage of short-form content to the subtle cues in marketing campaigns, I was being programmed in ways I hadn't consciously acknowledged.

For instance, I found myself drawn into the vortex of sensationalist news and social media debates, which left me feeling anxious and disconnected. It became clear that the "garbage in, garbage out" principle applied not only to AI but also to the human mind. Feeding on low-quality or manipulative content resulted in negative thought patterns and hindered creativity.

Challenging the Framework: Beyond First-Principles Thinking

In technology and engineering, "first-principles" thinking involves breaking down complex problems into their most basic elements. While this approach has led to significant innovations, I felt it wasn't enough to address the deeper questions about human existence and potential.

I was inspired by the idea of not just thinking outside the box but questioning the very existence of the box. This is akin to what I call "Subconscious-Principles" thinking—a methodology that seeks to delve into the foundational layers of our minds, beyond conscious reasoning.

An analogy that resonates with me is how AI models like GPT generate human-like text. These models don't "think" in the traditional sense; they predict and generate based on patterns in data. Yet, they often produce creative and unexpected outputs. Similarly, by accessing our subconscious, we might unlock novel ideas that our conscious minds alone couldn't conceive.