I founded Emotion Encoded in June 2025 to investigate AI integration and adoption through the lenses of cognitive bias, psychological resistance, and emotional reasoning.
Sonrisa was born on December 13, 2000, in St. Kitts and Nevis. Growing up in Conaree, her early years were defined by a family that poured everything into her growth. Her father,a teacher and skills trainer,has been her rock. To this day, she relies on the lessons learned during their long beach walks and morning meditations. He taught her how to treat others, the importance of physical movement, the art of communication, and the necessity of finding the right mental space. He did not just raise her; he meticulously shaped her perspective on the world.
Her mother invested heavily in Sonrisa’s creative development, providing the space for her to find her identity through piano, dance, and modeling. Their relationship is inseparable; their conversations often center on the universe, the weight of our decisions, and the resilience required to thrive. Both parents simply wanted the best for her. They are her foundation, and she often says, “I owe them the world.”
However, when Sonrisa was 12, her world shifted when her parents divorced. This difficult transition demanded a strength she didn't realize she possessed, and looking back, it was only the beginning of what life had in store.
Fast forward to Christmas Day, 2025. At 24 years old, Sonrisa faced a deeply traumatic and violent experience.. more details soon .
During this period, while using AI mental health chatbots, Sonrisa noticed something striking: the system felt truly empathetic only once. Otherwise, it felt cold. It managed to provide the illusion of care, despite being merely a machine.
“She realized how convincing it was,that even when it hallucinated case law, it sounded authoritative. She began to wonder: What are the implications of this technology in high-stakes fields like medicine, law, and finance? That is when she knew she had a question that needed solving.”
To be continued...
Disclaimer: These research briefs summarize findings from interviews and surveys conducted as part of ongoing research. They have not been peer-reviewed. The content is shared openly to foster transparency and public understanding.
I am currently seeking to expand my research experience after recently graduating with a BSc in Psychology (First Class Honours) from UWI.