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From Curiosity to Daily Use: A Dinner Conversation About ChatGPT

  Last night at a birthday dinner, between karaoke songs and laughter, something interesting happened. The topic of ChatGPT came up. Not from me. Mary brought it up. She said she has been using ChatGPT more and more. “It’s so helpful,” she said. “And so polite.” I smiled. That has been my experience too. I use it every day. Then Michael shared his thoughts. He was genuinely amazed at how powerful AI has become. In his words, it is “amazing” that tools like ChatGPT can assist people across time zones and help with communication in ways we never imagined before. Pierre added his own experience. He uses ChatGPT for English–Chinese translation in his office. He finds it efficient and practical. It saves time. It helps him work better. As I listened, I felt something above joy. Not pride. Not surprise. But confirmation. For a long time, I have been writing about AI and sharing how I use ChatGPT in daily life. I never tried to persuade anyone. I simply shared my experience h...

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...
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