I companions, particularly photorealistic avatars, may replace human interaction. He highlights the potential for this technology to exacerbate the loneliness epidemic, especially among introverts.

The need for proactive measures, such as scheduling social engagements, to counter this trend and prevent the atrophy of social skills.

He also warns about the potential for over-reliance on AI tools to negatively impact human capabilities. Finally, he advocates for meta-awareness to mitigate the risks associated with increasingly sophisticated AI companions.