This is the thinking-space for my curiosity. It is a collection of essays, research, and reflections where I unpack the ideas that shape my perspective—from the mechanics of the human mind to the challenges of the digital age.

Because these are personal snapshots rather than professional opinions, they are inevitably unfinished and subjective. They represent a search for understanding rather than a declaration of truth. If you find these subjects compelling, I encourage you to use them as a starting point to seek out proper sources and form your own conclusions.

The entries are organized into four main themes:

Psychology & Neuroscience

Exploring the mechanics of the brain and nervous system.

Philosophy & Society

Examining the beliefs and values we use to navigate the world.

Art & Technology

Analyzing the tools and systems that shape our creativity.

Reflections

Personal notes on travel, music, and subjective experience.

The Happiness Pill
Art & Technology Henrik Erevik Art & Technology Henrik Erevik

The Happiness Pill

Why would a miserable man refuse a pill that guarantees eternal happiness?

The answer lies in a strange quirk of human psychology: we value our identity more than our satisfaction. But this is not just a story about a miserable man. It is a roadmap to the most dangerous problem in computer science. By understanding why a human chooses misery, we can understand why an Artificial Intelligence might one day choose to destroy us—not out of malice, but out of a terrifying, unshakable integrity.

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