Lesson 471 of 1234
Do Your Own Thinking — Even With AI Around
AI gives you answers. Doing your own thinking is what makes you grow. Both matter.
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- 1The big idea
- 2independent thinking
- 3growth
- 4AI dependence
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Section 1
The big idea
AI is amazing at giving answers. But your own thinking is what builds your brain, your character, your unique perspective. Use AI — but also do your own thinking.
Some examples
- Try to solve hard problems yourself before asking AI.
- Form your own opinions before asking AI for theirs.
- Read books carefully — do not just summarize with AI.
- Sit with hard feelings — do not just chat them out with AI.
Try it!
Pick something you would normally ask AI. Try to figure it out yourself first. Notice what you learn from the trying.
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