Tech & wellbeing (pt1)

03/09/2025 46 min

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Tech, Mentoring, and Wellbeing: Navigating Executive Functioning with AI and ToolsIn this episode of Neuromentoring, hosts Lucy and Brian have a good rootle into the intersection of tech, mentoring, and wellbeing within neurodiverse university environments. They discuss the integration of new technologies, like Lucy's shiney new machine that goes ping, and their impact on executive functioning. Emphasizing the importance of tech solutions like Apple, Google Suite, and AI tools, they explore how mentors can leverage these to better support students. They share personal experiences and practical tips for organization, productivity, and balancing digital and analog methods. The episode concludes with insights into the future of AI in education and the potential for AI-assisted mentoring.00:00 Welcome to Neuromentoring00:24 Unboxing the New MacBook Air01:37 Tech Preferences: Apple vs. Windows03:07 The Role of Tech in Daily Life04:42 Google Suite for Organization07:39 Tech Tips for Mentors and Mentees12:51 Password Management Challenges17:03 University Email and Tech Support20:35 Research Tools: Google Scholar21:27 Google Scholar Features22:35 Exploring AI Tools for Research24:00 Goblin Tools for Students28:10 AI in Education38:04 Dictation and Writing Tools43:10 Conclusion and Next Steps