https://github.com/ggml-org/llama.cpp
brew install llama.cpp
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==> Pouring llama.cpp--8110.arm64_tahoe.bottle.tar.gz
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==> Running `brew cleanup llama.cpp`...
llama-server -hf ggml-org/gpt-oss-20b-GGUF --n-cpu-moe 12 -c 32768 --jinja --no-mmap
llama-cli -hf ggml-org/gpt-oss-20b-GGUF --n-cpu-moe 12 -c 32768 --jinja --no-mmap
ggml_metal_device_init: testing tensor API for f16 support
ggml_metal_library_compile_pipeline: compiling pipeline: base = 'dummy_kernel', name = 'dummy_kernel'
ggml_metal_library_compile_pipeline: loaded dummy_kernel 0x1040cadd0 | th_max = 1024 | th_width = 32
ggml_metal_device_init: testing tensor API for bfloat support
ggml_metal_library_compile_pipeline: compiling pipeline: base = 'dummy_kernel', name = 'dummy_kernel'
ggml_metal_library_compile_pipeline: loaded dummy_kernel 0x1040cafd0 | th_max = 1024 | th_width = 32
ggml_metal_library_init: using embedded metal library
ggml_metal_library_init: loaded in 0.023 sec
ggml_metal_rsets_init: creating a residency set collection (keep_alive = 180 s)
ggml_metal_device_init: GPU name: MTL0
ggml_metal_device_init: GPU family: MTLGPUFamilyApple10 (1010)
ggml_metal_device_init: GPU family: MTLGPUFamilyCommon3 (3003)
ggml_metal_device_init: GPU family: MTLGPUFamilyMetal4 (5002)
ggml_metal_device_init: simdgroup reduction = true
ggml_metal_device_init: simdgroup matrix mul. = true
ggml_metal_device_init: has unified memory = true
ggml_metal_device_init: has bfloat = true
ggml_metal_device_init: has tensor = true
ggml_metal_device_init: use residency sets = true
ggml_metal_device_init: use shared buffers = true
ggml_metal_device_init: recommendedMaxWorkingSetSize = 19069.67 MB
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build : b8110-237958db3
model : ggml-org/gpt-oss-20b-GGUF
modalities : text
available commands:
/exit or Ctrl+C stop or exit
/regen regenerate the last response
/clear clear the chat history
/read add a text file
> What is the meaning of life?
[Start thinking]
The user asks philosophical question: "What is the meaning of life?" It's open-ended. We can give thoughtful, balanced answer. No policy conflicts. We can mention philosophical, religious, existential, personal interpretations. Encourage reflection. Let's comply.
[End thinking]
The question “What is the meaning of life?” has fascinated philosophers, theologians, scientists, artists, and ordinary people for millennia. Because the answer depends so much on perspective, there isn’t a single, universally accepted response. Instead, most people find it useful to think of the question as a way to explore values, purpose, and the way we choose to live. Below are a few broad lenses—philosophical, religious, scientific, and personal—that people often use to frame their own answer.
| Lens | Core Idea | Typical Take‑Aways | Common Questions to Ask Yourself |
|------|-----------|--------------------|-----------------------------------|
| **Philosophical** | Life’s meaning is not predetermined but created through choices, relationships, and the pursuit of values. | Existentialists (e.g., Sartre, Camus) say we are “condemned to be free,” so meaning is self‑constructed; Stoics (Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius) emphasize virtue and acceptance. | *What values feel most authentic to me?* <br>*How do I respond to adversity?* |
| **Religious / Spiritual** | Life’s purpose is often seen as fulfilling a divine plan, cultivating a relationship with a higher power, or progressing toward an afterlife or enlightenment. | Christianity: to love God and neighbor; Buddhism: to alleviate suffering and attain Nirvana; Hinduism: to realize one’s unity with Brahman. | *What teachings resonate with my experience?* <br>*How do my actions reflect my faith?* |
| **Scientific / Evolutionary** | Life’s meaning can be understood in terms of biological imperatives (survival, reproduction, adaptation) and the broader cosmos. | Evolutionary biology: we’re part of a chain of life, and our “purpose” is to propagate genes. Cosmology: the universe is indifferent, but consciousness gives us agency. | *How does my life contribute to the continuity of life or to knowledge?* <br>*What role does curiosity play for me?* |
| **Existential / Humanistic** | Meaning emerges through connection, creativity, and the impact we have on others. | Humanistic psychologists (Maslow, Rogers) emphasize self‑actualization; the “meaning-making” literature suggests that personal stories and narratives give life coherence. | *What projects or relationships give me a sense of fulfillment?* <br>*How can I help others find meaning?* |
| **Pragmatic / Everyday** | Meaning is tied to everyday experiences, goals, and the joy we find in the present moment. | Mindfulness, gratitude practices, and intentional living are tools to enhance everyday significance. | *What small moments bring me joy?* <br>*How can I create more of them?* |
### A Few Common Threads
- **Agency & Responsibility**: Many traditions agree that you have a role in shaping your own life. Even if you’re not the architect of the universe, you can decide how to respond to circumstances.
- **Connection**: Whether seen as a biological need for social bonds or a spiritual need for communion, relationships are almost universally central to a meaningful life.
- **Growth & Learning**: The process of learning, evolving, and developing new skills or insights often provides a sense of progress and purpose.
- **Contribution**: Making a positive difference—no matter how small—can provide a deep sense of significance.
- **Reflection & Acceptance**: Recognizing the limits of what you can control, while embracing what you can influence, helps to reduce existential anxiety.
### How to Find Your Own Answer
1. **Reflect on Your Core Values**
Write down what matters most to you—justice, creativity, compassion, knowledge, etc. Then ask how your daily actions align with those values.
2. **Explore Diverse Perspectives**
Read a philosophy, a spiritual text, a scientific article, and a personal memoir. Notice what resonates or feels dissonant.
3. **Create Meaningful Rituals**
Establish small habits—gratitude journaling, volunteering, learning a new skill—that reinforce your sense of purpose.
4. **Engage with Others**
Talk to people with different viewpoints. Shared stories can illuminate pathways you hadn’t considered.
5. **Accept Uncertainty**
It’s okay to have a provisional answer. Many find that the act of questioning itself is a meaningful endeavor.
### A Few Thought‑Provoking Quotes
> “The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” — **Maya Angelou**
> “The meaning of life is just that: to be in a way. It is to live, to experience, to connect, to love.” — **P. D. Ouspensky**
> “Life has no meaning except the meaning we give to it.” — **David Hume**
### Bottom Line
The meaning of life is less a single destination than a journey. It is shaped by who you are, what you value, the relationships you nurture, and the impact you leave behind. By consciously attending to these elements, you can craft a life that feels rich, purposeful, and truly yours.
[ Prompt: 54.9 t/s | Generation: 22.4 t/s ]
> /exit
Exiting...
llama_memory_breakdown_print: | memory breakdown [MiB] | total free self model context compute unaccounted |
llama_memory_breakdown_print: | - MTL0 (Apple M5) | 18186 = 10905 + (7280 = 6095 + 786 + 398) + 0 |
llama_memory_breakdown_print: | - Host | 5556 = 5440 + 0 + 116 |
ggml_metal_free: deallocating
rabbit hole: