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11 Wild Things People Are Doing with AI (That You Haven’t Tried Yet)

AI isn’t just for writing emails or asking for dinner ideas anymore. From virtual gods to breakup assistants and even AI-generated dream interpretations, people are using artificial intelligence in ways that are creative, bizarre, and totally unexpected. If you think you’ve seen it all, think again. Here are 11 of the wildest, weirdest, and most inventive ways people are pushing AI to its limits, and loving it.

1. AI-Powered Therapy Pets That Text Back

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Yes, really. Some people have created virtual “emotional support animals” powered by AI, complete with lifelike personalities and the ability to text back comforting messages. Think a chatbot mixed with a Tamagotchi, only with better empathy. PLEASE NOTE: The image above is AI generated. That woman is not real.

2. Using AI to Write Personalized Romance Novels

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Bored of your usual book club picks? People are feeding AI their names, celebrity crushes, and favorite tropes to generate steamy romance novels where they are the star. It’s like fan fiction meets fantasy fulfillment, with plot twists generated on demand. PLEASE NOTE: The image above is AI generated. That woman is not real.

3. Deepfake Home Videos—But Wholesome

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Some users are recreating old family memories using deepfake technology to animate still photos or sync mouth movements to audio recordings. It’s emotional, uncanny—and possibly controversial—but it’s happening.

4. Creating Entire Virtual Religions

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A few niche groups online are using AI to write sacred texts, generate deities, and simulate “divine messages” from virtual gods. Whether it’s art, parody, or the next wave of spirituality is up for debate, but people are absolutely doing it. PLEASE NOTE: The image above is AI generated. That woman is not real.

5. Using AI as a Dream Journal Analyst

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Users are feeding their dreams into AI daily, and asking it to identify patterns, hidden fears, and symbols like a digital Jungian analyst. Some even get morning affirmations based on their subconscious ramblings. PLEASE NOTE: The image above is AI generated. That man is not real.

6. Cooking with Nonexistent Recipes—and Loving It

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AI-generated recipes are becoming kitchen experiments. One user went viral after making “Moonlight Mango Curry Lasagna,” a dish that doesn’t exist anywhere except the neural net’s imagination. Surprisingly, some are edible. PLEASE NOTE: The image above is AI generated. Those people and that food is not real.

7. Making AI-DJs for Personalized House Parties

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You can now build an AI DJ that learns your mood, favorite beats, and preferred tempo—and then runs your party like a robot Ibiza. Some sync with lighting and smart speakers, turning small gatherings into private nightclubs. PLEASE NOTE: The image above is AI generated. Those women are not real.

8. Getting AI to Break Up with People

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Yes, it’s happening. People are asking AI to draft breakup texts, emotional monologues, or even write out “conscious uncoupling” letters, especially when they’re afraid to hurt someone or just don’t know how to say it. PLEASE NOTE: The image above is AI generated. That man is not real.

9. AI-Generated Design… in VR

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Some creators are combining AI image generation with virtual reality to design their dream spaces, then walk through them before ever buying a couch. It’s HGTV for the hyper-digital age. PLEASE NOTE: The image above is AI generated. That yard is not real.

10. Using AI to Argue with Themselves

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To test their beliefs, some users input their opinions into AI and ask it to argue the opposing view. It’s like talking to a super smart devil’s advocate that won’t roll its eyes, or storm out. PLEASE NOTE: The image above is AI generated. Those women are not real.

11. Feeding AI Their Pets’ Diaries

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Yes, there’s a wave of users asking AI to “ghostwrite” journals from the perspective of their dogs, cats, parrots, or even goats. The results? A hilarious and surprisingly touching glimpse into how we imagine our pets see us. PLEASE NOTE: The image above is AI generated. That woman is not real.

The Takeaway

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Want to try one of these for yourself? The future is weird—and AI is making it weirder in the best way possible. Whether these experiments make you laugh, cringe, or take notes for your next late-night AI session, one thing’s clear: artificial intelligence is becoming deeply personal—and weirdly fun. As the tech keeps evolving, who knows what’s next? Virtual chefs? AI ghosts? Whatever it is, chances are someone out there is already doing it. And yes, PLEASE NOTE: The image above is AI generated. Those people are not real.

AI Chatbots Can Trigger Psychosis: 12 Alarming Signs Mental Health Experts Are Watching

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As generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Character.AI, and Replika become more lifelike, mental health professionals are raising serious concerns. While these chatbots can offer convenience and even emotional comfort, they may also pose unexpected psychological risks—especially for vulnerable users. Reports are emerging of AI interactions triggering paranoia, psychosis, and psychiatric crises, sometimes landing individuals in hospitals or even jail. Backed by real-world case studies and new academic research, here are 12 troubling ways AI may be reshaping the mental health landscape in ways we aren’t prepared for.

READ: AI Chatbots Can Trigger Psychosis: 12 Alarming Signs Mental Health Experts Are Watching

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    Dédé Wilson is a journalist with over 17 cookbooks to her name and is the co-founder and managing partner of the digital media partnership Shift Works Partners LLC, currently publishing through two online media brands, FODMAP Everyday® and The Queen Zone.

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