The good, the bad, and the ethical implications of AI conversations — I suppose you’ve met GPT-4, the super-smart conversational AI language model created by OpenAI. It’s fantastic at understanding and generating human-like responses, making it incredibly useful in an almost infinite variety of applications. As I’ve been using GPT-4 (I call it “Chaz”) more and more in my everyday life, I’m…

Why visualizing is essential for reaching your goals — Have you ever daydreamed about your ideal job, a perfect vacation, or winning the lottery? Then you’ve already dabbled in the power of visualization. …

How to unleash the power of mindfulness in everyday challenges — Howwwwoooooo-ooo-ooo-ooo! Ah, my alarm clock. 6 a.m. … again. The little fluff-muffin catty-corner from us is awake, so the neighborhood is notified that our doggy deputy is on duty. And there’s danger afoot. Howwwwwoooooo-ooo-ooo-ooo! So much danger! And here I thought this was a nice, peaceful community. Before that adorable…

He … I mean, they … or it … is not the father figure I hoped to chat with, but had some good suggestions — I’ve been thinking about how my life has changed since ChatGPT has come along. (I call it Chaz.) No, I’m not letting it write my articles, but I am using it like I would a calculator or a typewriter or the map app on my phone. I tell it what…

I’m definitely enjoying the flexibility and reveling in the beauty, but creating images can be a voracious time-suck — You have no doubt seen more and more AI (artificial intelligence-generated) images around the Internet lately, including here on Medium. …

Here’s how to get started in just 10 minutes. — I’ve been meditating on and off for many years. But after recently reading about the astonishing results of research around mindfulness meditation, I decided I needed to upgrade my own practice. What Is Mindfulness Meditation? Picture yourself in a peaceful meadow, surrounded by tall grasses swaying in the gentle breeze. You feel the warmth…

You can build quick, easy pick-me-ups into any hectic day — In today’s fast-paced world, it’s common to feel like we’re constantly running on empty. We have busy schedules, long to-do lists, and an endless stream of notifications vying for our attention. It can be challenging to find time to rest and recharge when it feels like we’re always rushing. Recharging…

When your personal battery is running low, powering up through rest and relaxation is key — In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, it often feels like we are bombarded with a constant flood of information and stimuli. We are expected to keep up with a never-ending stream of emails, texts, and social media notifications, plus stay generally informed about our world, while juggling our daily personal…

The secret to achieving success isn’t based on talent or IQ. — Picture this: A student struggles in classes, is told he’s a “dunce” by the head of the school, and is expelled. …