I recall reading somewhere (I think in a text about Buddhism) that you should show appreciation even towards plants and inanimate tools, not because these things are living and need it, but because what it does to yourself. Instead of being a lonesome ruler surrounded by inanimate servants, you are grateful and the world becomes a bit more magical.

That doesn't mean you should anthropomorphise your tools. I think there are real dangers in misunderstanding what ChatGPT is capable of and what not. But if you say hello to your plants, or apologize to your car when you mis-shift, it creates an emotional connection. And you'll tend to treat your car better and feel more balanced yourself.