New study finds companies that rush to replace workers with robots might actually hurt themselves. Turns out the competitive edge isn’t in humans and robots working together, not replacement. Still, it’s scary watching companies try to automate people out of jobs.

Just found Browser CoPilot—a Chrome extension that puts ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini right in your browser. No more tab-switching. It’s on sale, $69 for lifetime access (down from $600+). I love using AI as my assistant, but wondering if it’s actually worth it or just hype. 🤔

What’s with Trump’s obsession with slapping his name on builidngs? Kennedy Center, Institute of Peace, & he now wants airports named in his honor. It’s not normal to be named after a sitting president. What exactly has he accomplished for the country? All I see is chaos and distractions. 🙄

I’m excited to watch the Scarpetta series on Amazon Prime. I am trying to finish Patricia Cornwell’s Dust, #21. I should read Post-Mortem, #1 first before watching. I’m already juggling three books. Should I read it now or wait? I feel I have a short attention span. Ahh. Anyway, check it out: Link.

I’ve always wanted to start a bullet journal. It was created by a designer who needed a better way to stay organized and focused. The idea of having one simple place for goals, habits, and daily tasks really appeals to me. Might finally give it a shot this year. Link, Link, and Link

Came across this old church converted into a home, and wow. I would absolutely love to live in a space like this. The architecture, the character, the high ceilings—it’s just stunning. Imagine waking up in a place with that much history and beauty every day. Link, Link, and Link. Check them out!

Apparently reading can drop stress by 68% in just 6 minutes? Wild. Also activates multiple brain areas and strengthens connectivity over time - may even lower your risk of memory loss as you age. This is why I love reading - feeds my writing, sparks ideas, builds vocabulary, boosts creativity and focus. Fiction builds empathy, too. Legit brain training for longevity. Another good article: “10 Brain Reasons To Make Reading a Habit.”

“an active engaging of the imagination…cause you to enter what is essentially an altered state of consciousness.” - Dr. David Lewis, Sussex University (WebMd)

A good read! We need to spread awareness about how important libraries are. I’d love to borrow from the library, but I’m terrible with deadlines—not because I’m a slow reader. Too many distractions, and I never finish in time. 🙄 Need to build better habits. Maybe 10 minutes daily, or reading in the morning before my day starts and again before bed. Once the habit sticks, back to borrowing from the library.

Antonio La Cava on why libraries still matter in a digital world: dmirams.micro.blog

Ooh, I can’t wait to see The Super Mario Galaxy movie. Check the trailer out. It looks good.