Dear ChatGPT: Why Delhi's youth are pouring their hearts out to AI
ChatGPT is especially popular with Gen Z, and there's a reason why. A generation that seems over cautious about image and authenticity, needs to be, or at least appear, on the right side of things. Riya Jain, 21, a PR professional, for instance says, even if she is talking to a friend, she is careful 'about every word I use. I overthink how it'll come across'. Brand consultant Pooja Saha echoes the sentiment saying sometimes certain thoughts feel too raw, unclear, or 'too much' to share with someone. 'With ChatGPT, there's no need to worry about rumours, reactions, or awkward follow-ups,' she says. This is pushing people away from even their closest circles. PR professional Karma Kapoor*, 27, reflects, 'Our family members are human beings with their own experiences and biases even if they give us 'space'.'
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