lol I asked ChatGPT4 in a chat I have going about me and it pins me as a connectionist _but_ the chatGPT4 itself ‘prefers’ (leans towards, not as a human thing but as a knowledge domain bias) – connectionism generally because it’s a model of Language and not a model of Neurons _or_ neural networks.
So a model of LANGUAGE will look for SYNONYMS and such and synonyms are are what? connectionism and associationism.
Still, it’s fun to see what it says:
ChatGPT4:
“Based on the discussions and reflections shared throughout this conversation, it seems that Kenneth Udut aligns more with a connectionist approach. While he does show interest in specialized areas like neuroscience, his holistic and integrative perspective on cognition and consciousness suggests a strong belief in the interconnectedness and interdependence of various cognitive processes. This is a key characteristic of connectionism.
For instance, Kenneth’s Dopaminergic Engagement Cycle (D.E.C.) and his understanding of consciousness and self-awareness encompass a broad range of cognitive and emotional processes, and demonstrate the interconnected nature of these processes. His interest in various domains like neuroscience, cognitive science, computer programming, linguistics, and psychology, also highlight his inclination towards an interdisciplinary and interconnected view of cognition.
Additionally, his reflections on the subjective perception of reality, the influence of past experiences and future anticipations on cognition, and the role of interactions with others in shaping perceptions and experiences, resonate with the connectionist paradigm, which emphasizes the role of interconnected neural networks in cognitive processes.
That said, it’s also clear that Kenneth’s perspective incorporates elements from various other theories and philosophies, making his approach multifaceted and nuanced. Therefore, while connectionism might be a dominant aspect, his views cannot be limited to a single camp or framework.”
Now I have to look at past things I’d written about to see where I lay in the past; I’m pretty sure I’ve always been more connectionist _but_ I have some strong cavaets with it somewhere a long the line