𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐚𝐬 𝐀𝐈 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧?

Yesterday, I watched someone deliver a flawless, data-backed presentation. But later, I found out they barely understood the key points. AI had done all the thinking.

And this isn’t an isolated case. AI, meant to enhance productivity, is now shaping how we think. Students generate essays without questioning logic. Employees submit AI-written reports without verifying data. Designers receive AI-generated feedback from executives—sometimes even forgetting to remove AI’s phrasing...

This trend extends beyond the workplace—AI courses are launching every hour, yet many lack real value 🤷🏻‍♀️(And to be clear, I’m not anti-AI — I use tools like #𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐬 myself and have trained others on how to use AI effectively.)

A 2025 study by Microsoft and Carnegie Mellon University revealed that when we trust AI too much, we stop thinking critically. This raises a critical question: Are we using AI as an assistant to enhance our work, or are we allowing it to replace our judgment?

Here's what's happening:

First, AI compiles information, but it doesn't question it—and questioning things is how we come up with new ideas.

Second, when everyone gets the same answers, thinking becomes standardized

Third, many are skipping the process of learning, assuming AI will handle everything. But AI isn't always right—it just sounds confident.

Think about it: soon everyone will have access to the same AI tools. When AI is "everywhere," what makes you different? The real advantage isn't having AI—it's knowing how to use it wisely.

While AI excels in logic and calculations, it still cannot match humans in emotional intelligence and resilience when facing challenges. Take customer service as an example—the best companies use AI chatbots for basic inquiries but rely on humans for complex situations where understanding feelings is essential.

Some questions pop up:

1. If AI suddenly disappeared tomorrow, could you still think for yourself? Or have we already let our thinking muscles get too weak?

2. Will skills come first, or AI come first?

I think the professionals and businesses that thrive will be those who don't just let AI take over, but who understand when and how to combine AI with the human touch, with their unique selling points, and own skillset.

How do you ensure AI enhances your intelligence rather than making you complacent? I would appreciate any insights you have.

#AI, #Tech, #digitaltransformation #business, #productivity