Subtle Family Dynamics: When a Birthday Cake Speaks Volumes
Elika explains that a birthday cake with the wrong age can symbolize deeper family dynamics. Such moments may reflect a parent's unconscious resistance to acknowledging their child's adulthood. Feelings of being unseen are valid and can be addressed by expressing emotions honestly. Elika suggests saying, "I felt a little unseen when the cake said 27," to foster understanding and connection.
Breaking the Chains: Understanding Productivity Addiction
Elika explains that in cultures valuing output over well-being, productivity can become addictive. Signs include guilt during downtime and equating rest with failure. Consequences range from burnout to fractured relationships. To maintain balance, Elika advises practicing conscious awareness, normalizing rest, redefining self-worth, and setting boundaries. At VISIONS, they emphasize healing productivity addiction as a personal and cultural shift.
AI in Education: From Curiosity to Necessity
Elika highlights AI's shift from curiosity to necessity in education, emphasizing the need for critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and bias detection. She advises using AI for personalized learning, incorporating AI literacy, and modeling ethical use. Avoid replacing original thought, ignoring biases, and lacking privacy guidelines. "AI offers opportunities to deepen critical thinking and prepare students for an AI-driven workplace."