Listen "AI Chatbots, Balance, and Peace of Mind: A Middle Path to Mental Health"
Episode Synopsis
AI chatbots are everywhere—from late-night companions to “therapy” apps promising comfort at the tap of a screen. But can they really bring peace of mind?In this episode of Sufferless with a Part-Time Monk, Tim Tamashiro explores the growing role of AI in mental health—what it gets right, where it falls short, and how you can use it responsibly without losing the wisdom that only real people and lived experience provide.You’ll learn:Why AI chatbots feel so comforting (and dangerously validating).How states like Illinois, Utah, and Nevada are drawing boundaries around AI therapy.The power of the “middle way”—finding balance between technology and timeless human practices.Practical tools to pair AI clarity with stillness, community, and real-life action.If you’ve ever wondered whether AI could support your mental health—or worried it might be replacing the depth of real human connection—this episode offers a compassionate, clear-eyed perspective.Listen now to discover how to find balance in the age of AI, and why peace of mind comes not from extremes, but from walking the middle way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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