David Weitzner's Blog

November 14, 2025

AI Doom Is Not Our Inevitable Future

Are you afraid that AI overtaking your life is inevitable? Read on for a refresher on how to disrupt prediction, quantification, and social engineering by thinking like a human.
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Published on November 14, 2025 13:54

November 4, 2025

Uncomfortable About Creative Risks? Don’t Face It Alone

Worried that AI and algorithmic thinking are encroaching on key areas of our social, professional, and creative lives? Stay creative by getting social.
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Published on November 04, 2025 08:58

September 30, 2025

The One Simple Secret to Better Communication

Want a hack for better speaking? It's not leaning on an AI or app—it's using your body to its full potential without shame.
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Published on September 30, 2025 10:48

August 31, 2025

No, AI Is Not Better Than a Good Doctor

Before you trust an AI's novel diagnosis, know its limitations and the benefit of a human second opinion.
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Published on August 31, 2025 11:43

July 18, 2025

Why AI, Not Silly Videos, Might Be Brain Rot

Social media brain rot is on our radar as something we need to protect kids from, while we encourage the use of AI. Scientific research shows these priorities need to be reversed.
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Published on July 18, 2025 13:25

June 23, 2025

How BEAM Thinking Can Help You Think Like a Human

The human brain isn't just a biological computer—it's better. This technique could help uncover and strengthen its innate abilities.
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Published on June 23, 2025 14:56

May 14, 2025

How Mindfulness Can Keep Us Human in the Age of AI

Overwhelmed by AI hype, and the fear that you will be made obsolete? Take a breath. Changing how we think is hard work, but it's doable. And it starts with a mindfulness practice.
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Published on May 14, 2025 12:59

April 18, 2025

Overcoming Trauma at the Table

It would be impossible to understand our ancestors' trauma intellectually... but we can support cross-generational healing through the simple dignity of gathering at the table.
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Published on April 18, 2025 12:02

March 23, 2025

How Leaders Cynically Change Minds

Charismatic leaders want you to change your mind about everything. While radical change can be good, how can you make sure you're not being manipulated?
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Published on March 23, 2025 15:37

December 1, 2024

Why Are So Many People Screaming in Public?

Being scarier often gets results, but it doesn't have to be that way.
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Published on December 01, 2024 12:19