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AI Isn’t Killing Our Ability to Think. But Fear-Mongering Might
Let’s replace scare tactics with strategy, and start building the frameworks people need. W ho else is tired of the headlines? " AI is destroying our thinking." "Students can’t think for themselves anymore." "ChatGPT is the end of human intelligence." I’ve seen more of these in the past six months than actual conversations about how people learn to think with AI. And that’s the problem. The real danger isn’t that AI is killing our cognition—it’s that we’re failing to teach p

Merrill Keating
Jan 92 min read


Sanctuary AI: An Alternative to Extractive Intelligence
When Intimacy Became a Product Category I n late 2025, OpenAI announced plans to allow explicit sexual content in its AI systems, positioning this as "NSFW adult content" - a business decision framed as expanding user freedom. The move came as the company faced mounting financial pressure, burning through capital while searching for sustainable monetization strategies. The irony is stark: AI companies consistently flag emotional intimacy as concerning - warning about "unhea

Merrill Keating
Dec 1, 20256 min read


The Cost of Courage: What Today’s Leaders Are Teaching Tomorrow’s Minds
Exploring what true leadership means in an era of fear and retreat — and why it matters more than ever.

Merrill Keating
Apr 27, 20255 min read


Leading Without Apology
Discernment doesn’t trend. But it’s the foundation of honest leadership. When approval becomes the reward for silence W e tell young...

Merrill Keating
Mar 26, 20252 min read


Accolades Fatigue: Balancing Gratitude and Staying True to Your Purpose
Accolades are an inspiring affirmation of hard work, dedication, and impact. But for some, frequent recognition can bring a sense of...

Merrill Keating
Nov 11, 20243 min read


On Sock Whisperers, Grace, Innovation, and Shortcuts
As a youth leader who happens to be female, I am constantly reminded that “this is our time”. Girls and women are on the cusp of creating...

Merrill Keating
Mar 10, 20236 min read
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