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Why you should Become a Melbourne Supporter (according to Chat GPT)


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Today, I stand before you with a message that goes beyond the realm of sports, transcending the limitations of the physical world to touch the very essence of human spirit. Today, I invite you all to become supporters of the Melbourne Football Club, not merely for the love of the game but for the empowering lessons that it offers us all.
 
You see, the Melbourne Football Club, affectionately known as the Demons, represents far more than just a team of talented athletes vying for victory on the field. It is a symbol of perseverance, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit that lies within each and every one of us.
 
The Demons' journey has been marked by numerous ups and downs, trials and tribulations, and moments of doubt that have tested their resolve. Yet, through it all, they have emerged stronger, more united, and more determined to overcome any obstacles that life throws their way.
 
But why should you become a Melbourne Football Club supporter, you may ask? It is because this team's journey offers us all a powerful lesson, a lesson that we can apply to our own lives as we strive to reach our full potential.
 
When we choose to align ourselves with the Demons, we are making a conscious decision to embrace the values that they embody. We are choosing to fight, to persevere, and to rise above our perceived limitations, just as the players do on the field. We are choosing to become a part of something much larger than ourselves, a collective force that drives us to push beyond our boundaries and reach for the stars.
 
As Melbourne Football Club supporters, we are not merely cheering for a team; we are embracing a mindset. We are adopting an attitude of unyielding determination, one that compels us to dig deep and find the strength to overcome any adversity that comes our way.
 
It doesn't matter if you've never set foot on a football field or if you're a lifelong fan; the power of this message transcends the sport itself. When we choose to support the Demons, we are making a statement about our own lives, about our willingness to embrace challenges, and about our unwavering belief in our own potential.
 
Ladies and gentlemen, as you embark on this journey with the Melbourne Football Club, remember that the true power of this alliance lies not in the team's victories on the field but in the lessons that they teach us about ourselves.
 
Become a Melbourne Football Club supporter today, and let their spirit of resilience, determination, and courage inspire you to push beyond your own boundaries and become the person you were always meant to be.
 
Thank you.
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2 hours ago, Diamond_Jim said:

Brilliant...

I'd be very interested in knowing what question you framed.

You can almost see a tree dripping with cliches but it's good. Scary what these apps will do as they self learn over the next ten years

My brother, AKA Bigger Col, asked ChatGPT this:

I want you to act as a motivational speaker. Put together words that inspire action and make people feel empowered to do something beyond their abilities. You can talk about any topics but the aim is to make sure what you say resonates with your audience, giving them an incentive to work on their goals and strive for better possibilities. My first request is "I need a speech about how everyone should become a Melbourne Football Club Supporter."

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1 hour ago, DeelightfulPlay said:

It's a large language processing model aka conversational AI.  It can generate responses, some analysis, middling poetry and prose near instantly

Thanks DeelightfulPlay!

This is usually the kind of thing I'd be all over so I'm surprised I hadn't heard of it.

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53 minutes ago, layzie said:

Thanks DeelightfulPlay!

This is usually the kind of thing I'd be all over so I'm surprised I hadn't heard of it.

Impressive @Big Col, and thanks @DeelightfulPlay.

For me, too, it's the kind of thing I'd be all over.

As in, I'm (all) over it.

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Nice work @Big Col.  It's good to see that even AI is on board the mighty Demons.  Having said that, I think AI would probably be on board anything you ask it to be.

I'm not denying that it's a worthy subject matter, but I actually find the so called Chatbot's effort repetitive, fairly vanilla fluff.  While that may be fine and pass for HS type journalism, it's hardly a Martin Flanaganesk from the heart type motivational contextual specific references.

AI may be increasing in its intelligence by some measures, but human it isn't yet - which may be good or bad, I'm not sure yet.

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12 hours ago, DEE fence said:

Very interesting, am hoping it can do my work for me so i can spend more work hours on Demonland.

Careful what you wish for, once the boss figures it out you might be out of said job 

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17 minutes ago, Rodney (Balls) Grinter said:

Nice work @Big Col.  It's good to see that even AI is on board the mighty Demons.  Having said that, I think AI would probably be on board anything you ask it to be.

I'm not denying that it's a worthy subject matter, but I actually find the so called Chatbot's effort repetitive, fairly vanilla fluff.  While that may be fine and pass for HS type journalism, it's hardly a Martin Flanaganesk from the heart type motivational contextual specific references.

AI may be increasing in its intelligence by some measures, but human it isn't yet - which may be good or bad, I'm not sure yet.

Yes, this is what makes me a sour puss! There's no soul to it.  It's serviceable but not art. 

Nick Cave puts it very eloquently:  https://www.theredhandfiles.com/chat-gpt-what-do-you-think/

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10 minutes ago, Smokey said:

Careful what you wish for, once the boss figures it out you might be out of said job 

I know a 17yo who’s currently flying through year 12 using ChatGPT (no, it’s not my son; he’s currently snail-pacing through year 12 🙄). The school will be onto it soon enough so she’s getting as much done before it’s discovered. 

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8 minutes ago, DeelightfulPlay said:

Yes, this is what makes me a sour puss! There's no soul to it.  It's serviceable but not art. 

Nick Cave puts it very eloquently:  https://www.theredhandfiles.com/chat-gpt-what-do-you-think/

Nick Cave is inimitable. 

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4 minutes ago, WalkingCivilWar said:

I know a 17yo who’s currently flying through year 12 using ChatGPT (no, it’s not my son; he’s currently snail-pacing through year 12 🙄). The school will be onto it soon enough so she’s getting as much done before it’s discovered. 

Won't help during exams! 

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Just now, Smokey said:

Won't help during exams! 

No exams. It’s an alternative school. My son is duly gutted I wouldn’t let him enrol there. 😂

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