Skip to main content

Posts

Three Simple Ways Any Senior Can Start Using ChatGPT Today

  This morning, I shared how I use ChatGPT in my daily life at 80. The response from friends was encouraging and exciting. Several readers told me they felt motivated to try it themselves. So here is something practical. If you are a senior and wondering, “Where do I even start?” — here are three simple, non-technical ways to begin today. 1. Use It as a Daily Question Companion Start with something small. Ask: What is a healthy breakfast idea for seniors? What exercises are good for knee stiffness? What does this news headline really mean? You don’t need special skills. Just type your question as if you are talking to a friend. My daughter uses ChatGPT to help grow her indoor plants and flowers. She asks about watering schedules, sunlight needs, and leaf problems. Simple questions. Practical answers. That’s how you begin. 2. Use It to Make Better Everyday Decisions Some of my friends told me they even use ChatGPT to help pick a good watermelon! They desc...

ChatGPT for Seniors: How I Use It Every Day at 80

  Many people assume ChatGPT is only for young people, students, or technology professionals. But at 80 years old, I use ChatGPT almost every single day. It has quietly become my writing partner, research assistant, English tutor, and digital companion. I am not a programmer. I am a retired senior who enjoys blogging, reading world news, traveling, and playing ping pong with friends. If I can use AI comfortably at my age, other seniors can too. Let me share how I actually use ChatGPT in my daily life. My Morning Routine with ChatGPT Most mornings begin simply. I sit down with a cup of warm water or coffee and open my laptop. Sometimes I ask: “Summarize today’s global news in simple English.” “Explain the latest geopolitical issue in plain language.” “What are the key developments in AI this week?” Instead of scrolling endlessly through headlines, I get a structured summary that helps me understand the big picture quickly. It saves time and keeps my mind active. A...
Stop Button