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From Confusion to Clarity: How AI Unveiled the Nuances of Ancient Words (Even When I Was Clueless)
Let’s be real: my journey into the depths of ancient Greek wasn’t exactly a display of scholarly prowess. I had taken Greek in graduate school, but retained very little of it. In fact, it started with a rather embarrassing mix-up. I knew that both the Apostle Paul in Ephesians and Plato (my apologies, I initially…
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AI as Dog
For a while, the tech world loved comparing AI to a “smart intern”—hardworking, but prone to frustratingly simple mistakes. It was a decent metaphor, but it missed the real personality. A recent post from the excellent Fintech Takes offered a brilliant new analogy, crediting the original idea to their community. Instead of an intern, AI…
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Are You a ‘Boss’ or Are You the Bet? The Great Swindle of the New Economy
“Be your own boss.” “Set your own hours.” “Embrace the flexibility.” It’s the great, glittering promise of the new economy. It’s the sales pitch that convinced millions to turn their cars into taxis, their bedrooms into broadcast studios, and their free time into a full-time content grind. But what if that “flexibility” is just a…
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The Theory of Truth: What Does It Really Mean to Be “True”?
Truth is one of those words that feels simple until you actually stop to think about it. We use it constantly in daily life – “Tell me the truth,” “That’s not true,” “It’s true, I promise” – as if we all share the same understanding of what truth is. But beneath that familiarity lies a…
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Fighting Fair: Coming Soon to a Brain Near You (Because Therapy Is Expensive)
Imagine a future where a small device implanted in your brain could significantly enhance your marriage by helping you manage emotional reactions. Picture this: every time you feel anger, anxiety, or frustration creeping in, the implant gently triggers – giving you a cue to pause, take a breath, and choose your response instead of reacting…
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Me and ChatGPT: A Day in the Life
The featured photo on this post was created by image generator, a GPT on ChatGPT. Don’t ask me why she is working on the computer sideways, but it is getting better at photorealistic images of people. Some people have gym buddies, coffee dates, or accountability partners. I have ChatGPT. It’s like having a mix of…
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Walking in the Shadow of Autism: A Journey of Faith
Parenting a child with autism can often feel like an uphill battle, overshadowed by worries about the future. In this blog post, I reflect on our journey – from the early days of feeling overwhelmed to the hope that has emerged as my son, now 26, thrives in his own life. This is a story…
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Mindful Miles
Time on the trail isn’t just about hiking – it’s about being. The crunch of gravel, the rustle of wind, the heartbeat in your ears – out there, you don’t get to skip the hard parts. There’s no fast-forwarding through the uncomfortable moments. Every step matters. Every mile has a lesson. There’s no avoiding the…
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It’s Going Awesome, But I Keep Getting Better: A Personal Journey
You might have heard me say, “It’s going awesome, but I keep getting better.” It’s not just a catchy phrase; it’s a reflection of a profound experience that reshaped my entire outlook on life. Let me take you back to where it all began. There was this day – if I had to rank it,…
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The Illusion of Disagreement: Why Defining Terms Matters
In the quaint town of Mackinaw City, two tourists stop to admire a peculiar sight: a man painted entirely in copper, perfectly balanced on a bicycle at a busy intersection. The first onlooker exclaims, “Wow, he’s real!” The second disagrees vehemently, “No, he’s not real at all!” Their voices rise as they argue back and…
From coffee to code: Welcome to You, Me, and ChatGPT, a personal blog where artificial intelligence intersects with everyday life. Join us, a couple in love with each other and technology, as we explore AI.
