Does Memory Get Better With Age?

When we think of aging, memory is often viewed as something that declines. That is true (I’ve looked for my phone while holding it in my hand), but in many ways, memory also gets better with age.  As adults, our brains become more skilled at organizing, filtering, and shaping memories. We can look at picturesContinue reading “Does Memory Get Better With Age?”

Do You Live By the Clock?

These days, I keep unusual waking and sleeping hours because of the weather. It’s summer here, and working early in the morning or late at night when it’s cooler makes sense. How about you? What hours do you keep? Technology has created a world driven by the clock, not by the daylight hours. Many peopleContinue reading “Do You Live By the Clock?”

Music That Inspires

When I work or when I write, I enjoy listening to music to create a specific atmosphere or mood. One of my favorite types of music is classical. I’ve noticed classically trained musicians are now playing traditional songs like Jingle Bells, Ave Maria, and Moonlight Sonata as orchestral songs or songs with heavier drum beats.Continue reading “Music That Inspires”

How AI Is Changing the Future

One of the most pressing concerns many share is the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on our future, especially when it comes to jobs, critical thinking in education, and the economy. One of the biggest fears is job displacement. As AI becomes more capable of performing tasks faster and more accurately than humans, industries fromContinue reading “How AI Is Changing the Future”

Who Was Your First Crush?

His name is not important–what you need to know is how he made me feel. Because he was different from all the other boys. He didn’t just walk—he floated. When he moved, the world made room for him. His steps were smooth, unhurried, like time paused for him to catch up. He had the mostContinue reading “Who Was Your First Crush?”