Friends and family have always envied my sleep. I have had an uncanny ability to lay my head on a pillow and within minutes be in la-la land. Unfortunately, not recently. Perhaps it is hidden caffeine in summer drinks, or my mind that won’t stop agonizing over to-do’s not completed and tomorrow’s long list that won’t all get done. Maybe it’s my age. Or the season. Whatever the reason, I have adopted a habit rarely practiced in the past – an afternoon nap. But what better way to pass time during the hottest part of a summer day than in a cool, shaded environment, comfortably snoozing? I am not complaining, simply wondering if this habit will be long-term or temporary.
It is challenging to keep up with the latest technological developments in our world, learn how to use state-of-the-art innovations, and understand the issues pro and con.
The emergence of AI (Artificial Intelligence) can be a source of good, as it helps increase productivity, facilitate better decision-making, and improve customer service for businesses. However, it also has a dark side, particularly regarding fraud and the exploitation of seniors. Rebecca Olkowski, with BabyBoomster.com writes about AI-powered frauds to beware of.
Follow your instincts. That’s where true wisdom manifests itself. -Oprah Winfrey
Carol Cassara says she saw a meme the other day that said, “Your intuition knows her stuff!”. In ‘How to recognize guidance from within,” she discusses ways we can better connect with that inner voice.
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“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” One person might reject and toss what another individual treasures, as one blogger reminds us this week.
Laurie’s Yorkie Libby is always giving interesting life lessons. The other day, she showed Laurie how to love unconditionally—even if the object of affection is smelly, mangled, and…well, disgusting.
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3 responses to “AI, Intuition, Insomnia and More From the Boomers”
I’ve also gotten into the occasional napping habit. There’s nothing more delicious than feeling my eyelids getting heavy while reading in late afternoon and giving into that wonderful surrender. Even a few minutes can make a difference.
In addition to too much caffeine late in the day, too much sugar in the evening keeps me awake at night or wakes me up and I can’t get back to sleep. A remedy is to get up and eat some protein, then my blood sugar goes down.
Another great variety of posts this week, Meryl!