When ChatGPT, and other forms of generative Artificial Intelligence (gen AI), first hit, I felt dazzled. And overwhelmed. Also baffled, curious, and a teensy bit scared. Initially, I couldn’t figure out uses for this new magical, and terrifying, technology. Every…
Category: True Confessions
The Art of Being Bored
Technology ruined boredom. Yet, in its own special way, created a new kind of boredom. Whenever I go out, I can’t help but notice how much everyone fixates on their devices. This is an amazing thing for me to notice…
The Inaugural Smart Swim
Following up on last week’s post, I took the plunge. I’ve used my new smart swim goggles for two swims! I have to confess I was feeling a bit dubious after fumbling through the set up process, but the results…
Taking the Plunge
After resisting all kinds of tempting offers to track anything, and everything, about my body, I finally caved. I have to confess seeing a pair of Form 1 Augmented Reality Smart swim goggles won me over. As an avid swimmer…
The Plight of Punctuality
When I lived in NYC, punctuality was essential. Everything, and everybody, there was competitive. Somebody else might win your spot if you weren’t on time. Or you might be perceived as unreliable and not get a call back. Time is…