What happens when humans lack control?

When humans lack control, it often leads to feelings of disturbance and unease. For instance, Alex Garland discussed with Lex Fridman the notion that realizing the absence of control, particularly regarding free will, can be quite unsettling for people. Although the deterministic view might eventually lead to wisdom, initially it is likely to be disturbing because it challenges the fundamental belief that individuals have control over their actions. Despite this, people can still find meaning and care deeply about their experiences and relationships, which provides a counterbalance to the sense of loss of agency 1.

Stephen Wolfram also touched on the topic related to control in the context of AI. He suggested that while the lack of control over AI might evoke fear, he believes that the consequences might not be as catastrophic as some imagine. Instead, he envisions a more balanced outcome, where an ecosystem of AI systems could coexist with humans in a relatively controlled manner 2.