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Systems for the Soul

A Gentle Introduction to Human-Centered AI

Where curiosity meets the machine, you begin.

🌿 Where wonder meets technology, and you meet yourself.

A gentle, joyful introduction to working with artificial intelligence—for the curious, the cautious, and the creatively inclined.

This course is divided into four themed modules.

Each lesson includes a story, a soft truth or reflection, a gentle concept, and a playful invitation.

Take your time. Let wonder lead. There’s no rush. Just discovery.

🌱 Module 1: Warming Up to Wonder

Learning to see AI as a companion, not a threat.

  1. Start with Wonder – The Magic is Already Here
  2. The Fear is Real – And So is the Joy
  3. What Even Is AI? (An Ultra-Gentle Intro)
  4. Your First Chat – Talking to the Machine
  5. Everyday Magic – Fun, Surprising Uses of AI
  6. Myths, Hype & Hope – What AI Isn’t (and What It Could Be)
  7. Play Invitation – Try Something That Delights You

🔍 Module 2: Power & Possibility

Getting curious, getting confident.

  1. Curiosity is a Superpower
  2. How to Ask Great Questions (Prompt Craft 101)
  3. Turning Ideas into Gold (Brainstorming with AI)
  4. From Notes to Poetry (Creative Co-Writing)
  5. From Chaos to Clarity (Organizing Ideas with AI)
  6. Your Voice, Amplified (Personalizing Responses)
  7. Play Invitation – Create Something with Your AI Friend

💡Module 3: You Are Not a Machine

Boundaries, balance, and staying human.

  1. Your Mind is Not a Spreadsheet
  2. AI Can Help—But You Lead
  3. When It’s Not Helpful (Setting Limits)
  4. Tech Burnout & Digital Rest
  5. Feelings Are Data Too
  6. Navigating Truth, Bias & Trust
  7. Play Invitation – Journal with AI Like a Mirror

🛠 Module 4: Designing Your AI Life

Building your system. Supporting your dreams.

  1. The Role You Want AI to Play
  2. Tools, Apps & Spaces (Low-Friction Setup)
  3. Workflows for Creative Flow
  4. Tiny Automations, Big Relief
  5. Building a Personal Prompt Library
  6. AI as Reflection Partner (Not Just a Tool)
  7. Play Invitation – Make Something That Matters to You
  8. Your Ongoing Practice
  9. Celebration & Invitation Forward

Come back anytime—you’re always welcome here.

This page is your gentle map.

Follow the wonder.

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