In this episode, I sit down with Dan Cumberland, the founder of The Meaning Movement and Dan Cumberland Labs, to explore a different side of artificial intelligence. Instead of just talking about how AI can make us faster or more productive, we dive into how it can actually help us slow down, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most.

I share my own experiences and questions about using AI for deeper thinking, journaling, and aligning my daily actions with my values. Dan brings his unique journey from ministry and psychology to entrepreneurship and AI consulting, and together we discuss:

Why adopting new tech sometimes makes us busier, not freer
How I use AI as a mirror for self-reflection, not just a productivity tool
Dan’s “POWER” framework for integrating AI into your workflow with intention
Real-life ways I use AI for journaling, coaching, and surfacing deeper insights
The importance of being intentional and clear about your values when working with AI
How AI can support (or sometimes challenge) our intuition and creativity
Practical examples from both my family life and business

If you’ve ever felt curious about AI but worried about losing your humanity in the process, this conversation is for you. I hope it helps you find new ways to use technology as a tool for awareness and meaning.

Connect with Dan:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dancumberland
Dan Cumberland Labs: dancumberlandlabs.com
The AI Training Guide: aitrainingguide.com

Links & resources:

Stuck Assessment: https://www.plangoalplan.com/stuck
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Website: PlanGoalPlan.com
LinkedIn: (I post most here!) www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-🗓️-b673334

Slowing Down with AI: Finding Meaning, Mindfulness, and Humanity in the Age of Acceleration with Dan Cumberland | Ep. 270