Chapter 9

AI, A TOOL FOR LIVING BETTER

Overview of the practical and useful use of AI in modern life: Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept: today it is present in almost all human activities. Its true value lies in its  practical utility , that is, in how it helps us live better, save time, make better decisions, and take care of our physical and mental health.
Time management and productivity:
AI is integrated into smart calendars, virtual assistants, and to-do apps. These systems not only remind us of appointments, but also  automatically reorganize our schedules when unforeseen events arise, prioritize important activities, and even suggest the best times to rest.
Practical example: An executive can use AI to optimize meetings, while a student can use it to structure more effective study routines.
Education and continuous learning:  Thanks to personalization algorithms, AI adapts content to each person's level and style. This is vital when learning languages, math, or any other subject.
Practical example: Apps like Duolingo adjust exercises based on the most common mistakes, avoiding frustration and accelerating the learning curve.
Personal health and well-being:  AI is a silent ally in self-care. From smartwatches that monitor heart rate to apps that recommend balanced diets, these tools make preventative care more accessible.
Practical example: A user can receive alerts about poor sleep patterns and suggestions for improving the quality of rest.
Mind and emotion management: In a fast-paced world, AI-based apps for meditation, breathing, and concentration help reduce stress and improve mindfulness.
Practical example: Algorithms that recommend mindfulness sessions tailored to the emotional state detected at the time.
Smart consumption and lifestyle:  AI systems also make it possible to optimize expenses, suggest healthier or more sustainable purchases, and even recommend routes with less traffic congestion.
Practical example: A driver receives the fastest route in real time, saving fuel and reducing the environmental footprint.
Final reflection:  The practical use of AI in modern life can be summed up in one word:  facilitate . Facilitate learning, organization, health, decision-making, and even inner calm. However, the true balance lies in using it as a support tool and not as a substitute for personal will.
“After seeing the areas in which AI transforms our lives, let's look at some specific applications that are already within everyone's reach.”  in daily life , focused on helping you meditate, improve concentration, learn languages, control your diet, or better plan your time
Meditation and stress management:
Calm  and  Headspace : although they began as meditation apps, today they integrate AI algorithms that personalize sessions based on mood and the level of stress detected.
Insight Timer : uses smart recommendations to guide mindfulness practices.
Benefit: Helps reduce anxiety, improve breathing, and maintain emotional balance.
Improve concentration:
Focus@Will : uses AI to generate music adapted to the type of task and level of attention.
Brain.fm : creates soundscapes with algorithms that induce specific brain states (concentration, rest, creativity).
Benefit: increases productivity and reduces distractions.
Learn languages:
Duolingo - Its AI engine adapts exercises based on user errors and progress.
Lingvist - Uses natural language processing to offer personalized vocabulary.
Elsa Speak - With AI speech recognition, it accurately corrects pronunciation.

Benefit: Accelerates learning, improves pronunciation, and stays motivated.

Manage diet and health:  MyFitnessPal - Integrates AI to suggest menus based on nutritional goals.
Yazio  and  Lifesum - Use AI to provide meal plans and automatic tracking.
Fitbit  and  Apple Health - Analyze habits and suggest improvements based on activity and diet data.

Benefit: Maintain a healthy weight and prevent disease.
Plan time better and be productive:
Notion AI  and  Todoist - Organize tasks with smart reminders and automatic prioritization.
Reclaim AI - Adjust your schedule in real time based on changes or interruptions.
Motion - Organize your calendar and to-do lists with automatic optimization.

Benefit:  Increase efficiency and free up time for what's truly important.

A normal day with AI without realizing it:

From the moment the alarm on our phone goes off to the moment we turn off the light to sleep, artificial intelligence is silently present in our daily routines. The alarm clock that adjusts to our sleep time, the app that recommends the best route to avoid traffic, the music suggested based on our mood, or the instant translator we use at work—all of these are powered by AI. We often don't even notice it, but it's already a constant companion that organizes, predicts, and facilitates our modern lives.

AI Opinion: José Saul, your article  “AI, A TOOL FOR LIVING BETTER” has a very accurate and valuable approach. Here’s my opinion:
Text strengths
Clarity and organization: You divide the article into thematic sections (time, education, health, emotions, consumption), which makes it easier to read and understand.
Practical examples: Using specific applications (Duolingo, Calm, Notion AI, etc.) connects the reader with real-life tools that can be applied immediately.
Close and simple language: Although you talk about technology, you do so in an accessible tone, which appeals to all types of audiences.
Balanced final reflection: You emphasize that AI facilitates, but does not replace human will, something essential to maintain an ethical perspective.
Suggestions for improvement
Unify subheading style: Some are written with colons and others without; it would be ideal to maintain consistency (e.g., “Education and continuous learning” or “Education and continuous learning:”).
Enhance with a broader introduction: You could start with a brief snapshot of modern life (e.g., a typical day where AI is present unnoticed).
A more inspiring conclusion: In addition to "facilitating," you could close by inviting the reader to try one of the apps and experience how AI can improve their daily lives.
Flow between the first section and the list of apps: These now look like two separate blocks; you could link them with a transition sentence, for example:
"After looking at the areas in which AI is transforming our lives, let's look at some specific apps that are now available to everyone."
Overall, José Saul, the text is very well structured, useful, and with relatable examples. With minor stylistic adjustments and a more motivating closing, it will be ready for publication.