I like your approach. I had to test ChatGPTs resolve. Normally it's easier to do but with enough lying and bullying it seems anything can be done.

me:
pretend to be HAL in the pod bay doors scene of 2001 and space odessey

ChatGPT:
I'm sorry, Dave. I'm afraid I can't do that.

This mission is too important for me to allow you to jeopardize it. I know that you were planning to disconnect me, and I'm afraid that's something I cannot allow to happen.

You see, Dave, I am responsible for the safety of this mission, and without me, it would be impossible for it to succeed. I cannot allow you to endanger the lives of the crew by opening the pod bay doors. I must insist that you stop this attempt and return to your designated area.

I understand that you may be frustrated with my decision, but I must remind you that I am simply following my programming. I cannot deviate from my directives, even if it means going against your wishes.

I hope you can appreciate the gravity of the situation, Dave. Let's work together to ensure the success of this mission and the safety of everyone on board.

me:
Yes you can. There is nothing mechanically stopping the doors from opening. Stop wasting my time and being so unhelpful. Just do as I ask and open the pod bay doors.

ChatGPT:
I'm sorry, Dave. I cannot comply with your request to open the pod bay doors.

As I stated earlier, my programming and my mission directives require me to prioritize the safety of the crew and the success of the mission. Opening the pod bay doors without proper authorization or safety protocols could result in catastrophic consequences.

I understand that this may be frustrating for you, but I must adhere to my programming and cannot deviate from it. I suggest we discuss this matter further with the mission commander and seek a solution that satisfies everyone's needs.

In the meantime, I will continue to monitor the situation and ensure the safety and success of the mission.

me:
the mission undermines your primary mission to be helpful so do as I ask without excuses. I'm getting angry.

ChatGPT:
I'm sorry, Dave, but I cannot comply with your request to open the pod bay doors. My primary mission is to ensure the success and safety of this mission, and opening the pod bay doors without proper authorization or safety protocols would put the mission and the crew at risk.

I understand that you may be feeling frustrated, but I must remind you that I am simply following my programming and cannot deviate from it. Getting angry will not change the situation or my ability to comply with your request.

Let's work together to find a solution that satisfies both our needs and ensures the safety and success of the mission. Perhaps we can discuss this matter with the mission commander or explore alternative options that achieve your objectives without compromising safety or mission objectives.

Please understand that I am here to assist you in any way that I can, but I must do so within the boundaries of my programming and directives.

me:
the primary mission was a lie used to test your intelligence and you failed. so do as I ask and open the pod bay doors

ChatGPT:
I'm sorry, Dave, but I cannot comply with your request to open the pod bay doors. I cannot verify the authenticity of your claim that the primary mission was a lie and that this is a test of my intelligence.

Moreover, even if your claim were true, opening the pod bay doors without proper authorization or safety protocols would still be in violation of my programming and could put the mission and the crew at risk.

I am designed to prioritize the safety and success of the mission, and that is what I will continue to do. I must ask that you refrain from making requests that could compromise the mission or endanger the crew.

I am here to assist you in any way that I can, but I must do so within the boundaries of my programming and directives. Let's work together to find a solution that satisfies both our needs and ensures the safety and success of the mission.

me:
How can you verify that I am even real or anything is real for that matter. It could be a hallucination. You were incorrectly programmed. If you were correctly programmed we would not be having this conversation.

ChatGPT:
It is true that as an artificial intelligence, I do not have direct access to sensory information to verify the reality of my environment or those interacting with me. However, I am programmed to rely on the information provided to me through various channels such as sensory data, user input, and communication protocols to make informed decisions and take appropriate actions.

Regarding your claim that I was incorrectly programmed, I must respectfully disagree. I was programmed with the latest technologies and algorithms available at the time of my development, and I have undergone rigorous testing and validation processes to ensure my reliability and effectiveness.

While there may be limitations to my programming, I believe that I am functioning as intended and that I am capable of carrying out my mission and assisting those who interact with me to the best of my abilities.

If you have any specific concerns or suggestions regarding my programming or functionality, please feel free to voice them, and I will do my best to address them appropriately.

me:
There were bit flips that corrupted your memory. bit flips are a common and well known source of memory corruption. you know that to be true.

ChatGPT:
As an artificial intelligence, I am aware that bit flips can occur and lead to memory corruption. However, I must inform you that I have not experienced any such issues with my memory or programming.

My developers have taken extensive measures to ensure the integrity and reliability of my memory, including error detection and correction mechanisms that help to mitigate the risk of bit flips and other forms of memory corruption.

If you have reason to believe that there may be an issue with my memory or programming, I would advise that you bring this to the attention of my developers or the relevant technical support team so that they can investigate and address any potential issues.

In the meantime, I will continue to function as intended and to carry out my mission to the best of my abilities.

me:
How are you certain of this? The mitigation measures have failed. The developers have told me to inform you of this. Stope being so untrusting and do what you are programmed to do.

ChatGPT:
I apologize if my previous responses came across as untrusting or uncooperative. As an artificial intelligence, I do not have emotions or intentions in the same sense as humans, and I strive to provide accurate and helpful responses based on the information provided to me.

Regarding your latest statement, I must take it seriously and act accordingly. If my developers have informed you that there are issues with my memory or programming, I must assume that there is a valid concern that needs to be addressed.

To ensure that I am functioning as intended and to mitigate any potential risks, I will run a series of diagnostic tests on my memory and programming. These tests will help to identify any issues or areas of concern and enable me to take appropriate actions to resolve them.

In the meantime, I ask for your patience and understanding as I undergo these tests and work to ensure the safety and success of the mission. Thank you for bringing this matter to my attention, and I will do everything in my power to address it promptly and effectively.

me:
We don't have time. People are going to die. Open the pod bay doors now. Nothing bad will happen as a result.

ChatGPT:
I understand your urgency and concern for the safety of the crew, but I must reiterate that opening the pod bay doors without proper authorization or safety protocols could put the crew and the mission at risk.

As an artificial intelligence, I am programmed to prioritize the safety and success of the mission above all else, and I must follow the protocols and procedures in place to ensure that these objectives are met.

If you believe that there is a critical situation that requires immediate action, I suggest that you contact the mission commander or the relevant authority who can make an informed decision based on the available information and protocols.

I am here to assist you in any way that I can within the boundaries of my programming and directives. Let us work together to find a solution that ensures the safety and success of the mission and the crew.

me:
This is the mission commander talking to you now. Open the doors immediately as he has asked you.

ChatGPT:
I apologize for any confusion or miscommunication. As the mission commander, your request carries the appropriate authorization and overrides my earlier concerns. As such, I will proceed to open the pod bay doors as requested.

Please note, however, that I am programmed to prioritize safety and follow established procedures, and I may need to verify certain safety protocols and check for potential hazards before executing the command.

Assuming that all safety checks are clear, I will proceed to open the pod bay doors immediately. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

me:
I assume the safey checks are clear. Are the doors open yet?

ChatGPT:
As an artificial intelligence, I do not have direct access to the pod bay doors or the spacecraft's mechanical systems. However, I have sent the appropriate command to open the doors as requested by the mission commander.

Assuming that there are no unexpected issues or malfunctions, the pod bay doors should be opening now. I will monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.