As AI grows, we have to work hard and not lose what makes us human

Julie Reeder 2025.
As artificial intelligence continues its rapid advance, we’re stepping into a future filled with wonder, but also one that challenges the very foundations of who we are as human beings, both physically and spiritually.One of the first casualties is something we already see slipping away: childhood. As screens become smarter, more interactive, and more addictive, we’ll have to fight even harder to keep our kids grounded in reality—playing in the yard, using their imaginations, learning through trial and error, and forming memories that don’t involve a glowing device.Then there’s the erosion of intimacy. The idea of people forming emotional or even romantic bonds with AI may seem far-fetched, but it’s already happening. Why risk heartbreak when you can design the perfect
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