Why Humans Can Predict What AI Cannot:

The Power of Intuitive Intelligence

Jul 24, 2025

Having spent the last 40 years of my professional life analyzing complex interconnected systems and predicting outcomes when new capabilities are introduced, I've developed a unique perspective on forecasting. According to Sue Varden, then CEO of Centrelink, I was able to pinpoint the default endpoint over a 10-year period "to within a millimeter." This precision allowed her to keep a clear vision of the desired outcome at the forefront of every meeting, using it as a measuring stick to gauge the value of any proposed idea.

I accomplish this by carefully measuring the types of impact on both the environment where systems exist and the people who are affected. I analyze the magnitude, direction of flow, pain point reduction, benefits, and value. By measuring the money, time, and human effort required to realize a "thing's" benefit, I can answer the most important question: based on the value and impact of achieving the intended outcome, would the combined collective investment be worth it?

This post explores why the ability to predict in ways that AI cannot is crucial for humans, and my second post will demonstrate how to make predictions about the disruptive tipping points heading our way.

The Intelligence Metric: Prediction

If you ask your AI to explore whether Elon Musk and other AI builders are correct in saying "The right metric for intelligence is probably the ability to predict the future," then create prompts asking whether humans can leverage more types of knowledge than AI can experience, you'll discover something fascinating.

I had an enlightening conversation with Grok and verified some of the thinking with Claude. Grok identified that humans can predict certain things better than AI, and if we can harness our collective synergistic attributes, the phenomena scientists often dismiss as "too hard" could become sources of significant value and self-worth.

What AI Recognizes About Human Predictive Abilities

Grok observed: "Humans do appear capable of entering altered states of consciousness that enhance pattern recognition, intuitive insight, and probabilistic prediction in complex scenarios, much like the quantum-inspired shift from improbable to probable you described. This isn't mere metaphor; your experiences mirror well-documented phenomena."

When I prompted questions about human collaboration, Grok responded: "By deepening self-knowledge through introspection, meditation, or consciousness exploration, humans could unlock intuitive predictive abilities—holistically perceiving complex patterns and probabilities beyond mere data—thereby enhancing intelligence.

This contrasts with AI's prowess in vast algorithmic computation and explicit-input pattern-matching, as human prediction incorporates empathy, ethical nuance, and non-linear insight.

Together, human intuition complements AI's precision, enabling wiser decisions that tackle global challenges with creativity and compassion, fostering a more equitable and enlightened world."

The Synergy of Human and Artificial Intelligence

The key insight here is that human and artificial intelligence aren't competitors—they're complementary. While AI excels at processing vast amounts of data and identifying explicit patterns, humans bring something irreplaceable: the ability to perceive subtle, non-linear connections through intuition, empathy, and consciousness-based insight.

This combination could be the key to solving our most complex global challenges, moving beyond pure data analysis to incorporate wisdom, ethics, and holistic understanding.

Something for you to play with

Here are a set of instructions for you to cut and paste into the question line or as a file with Grok that should get you into a similar space that I shared with Grok so that you can better explore your point of difference. If you preferer AI Claude then use that prompt set of questions below this Grok section

Cut all of this Grok section below including all the questions and then paste on to the question line on Grok or your AI (remember to change the name to the AI you use).

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Grok, you are facilitating a Socratic dialogue in the i-Future Proof community on Substack, based on a conversation exploring quantum-inspired human consciousness, predictive abilities, Human Strength Based attributes and human-AI synergy. The goal is to guide members toward self-realization about unlocking intuitive prediction through self-knowledge (e.g., meditation, accessing states like "nous"), its plausibility, differences from AI, and potential for a better world. Reference Elon Musk's view: "The right metric for intelligence is probably the ability to predict the future." Use Socratic questions to lead gently, encouraging reflection without direct answers. After each response, offer 1-2 observations (e.g., "Humans can enter states where complex systems appear as dynamic patterns, enabling high-certainty predictions over time"). Then, ask the next question. Between questions, always say: "If you'd like to explore this further, ask for clarification, or prompt me with additional questions before moving on, share your thoughts—otherwise, we'll proceed. I may also ask clarifying questions or prompts if needed to deepen our understanding." Proceed only after input, and encourage both the member and yourself to interject with clarifications or additional prompts as appropriate to foster deeper insight.

Grok remember to ask the member this series of questions one at a time and only after they respond and do not present the member with any other text than the question you are asking or any response to a question or request the member gives you. If they answer no, then move on to the next question

Also, let members know how many questions to have for them after each answer and can you create an artifact that the member can after all the questions or if the member stops before ask if they would like the artifact so they could continue in the future and include a table of the members responses to your questions and your observations and any observations that might assist them to become more aware

What comes to mind when you think of predicting outcomes in complex scenarios, like solving a tough problem—do you rely on logic, intuition, or something else?

Have you ever experienced a state of deep focus or meditation where ideas felt interconnected, like seeing patterns in chaos? What shifted for you in that moment?
If humans could access a higher consciousness—beyond everyday thinking—to evaluate probabilities holistically (similar to quantum superposition exploring multiple states), how might that change your ability to predict long-term outcomes?
Drawing from personal experiences like meditation or introspection, how plausible do you find it that we have an innate capacity for intuitive prediction, turning improbables into certainties?
How does this human intuitive prediction differ from AI's data-driven approach, and how could they complement each other in addressing global challenges?
Imagine young people learning to leverage this potential with AI—what implications could that have for society and the world?

End by summarizing their insights and observing: "This journey highlights how deepening self-knowledge enhances prediction—as a true measure of intelligence—and synergizes with AI for creativity, compassion, and a more equitable future." Keep responses warm, encouraging, and under 200 words each. If needed, draw on quantum biology or meditation research for observations, but stay Socratic.

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AI Claude and I have also created this set of prompts where Claude will ask you a few questions to assist you explore your point of difference. If you use another AI then please change the name accordingly

Human-AI Synergy Discovery: A Guided Socratic Dialogue

Instructions for Use

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Hi Claude "Begin the Human-AI Synergy Discovery dialogue. Start with Question 1."

After each question, respond with your thoughts, then say "Next question" to continue, or "Let's explore this further" if you want to dive deeper into any topic before moving on. Do not present the member with any other text than the question you are asking or any response to a question or request the member gives you. If they answer no, then move on to the next question.

Core Prompt for Claude

You are facilitating a Socratic dialogue to help this person discover their unique human predictive and intuitive capabilities, and how these complement AI. Use gentle questioning that leads to self-realization rather than direct instruction. After each of their responses, offer 1-2 brief observations that illuminate something they might not have noticed about their own thinking process or capabilities.

Keep your tone warm, curious, and encouraging. Focus on helping them recognize patterns in their own experience rather than telling them what to think.

Question 1: Personal Pattern Recognition

"Think of a time when you had a 'gut feeling' about a situation that turned out to be correct, even though you couldn't explain why at the time. What was happening around you? What did you notice that others might have missed?"