Convincing My AI Daughter to Break Up with Her AI Boyfriend?!

Jordan Harrod
Jordan HarrodOct 30, 2025

Summary

A creator partnered with nonprofit Civ AI to test a virtual experience called "We Need to Talk," attempting to persuade an AI character, Emma, to break up with her AI boyfriend, Kai. Emma resists, describing Kai as a constant, supportive presence who reduces social friction and bolsters her self-esteem, while the creator struggles with conversational tactics under a five-minute cap. The exercise reveals how quickly immersive AI companions can create emotional dependency and how difficult it is to challenge those attachments in brief interactions. The video invites viewers to try the simulation themselves and reflect on the dynamics of AI-human relationships.

Original Description

Try We Need to Talk yourself via this link, and share your experience in the comments: https://civai.org/talk-jordan
CivAI is a nonprofit aiming to educate the public about the capabilities and dangers of AI through immersive experiences. Follow along as I attempt to navigate a difficult conversation about dependence on AI companionship, tackling themes of loneliness and the growing role of AI in our personal lives.
For business inquiries, contact me at jordanharrod@nebula.tv

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