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How knowledgeable do you feel about the reality of AI and generative AI, woven into work, life and society? In this first Well Intel guest episode, Sheila Hayman is sharing her perspectives and wisdom on the truth and the ‘hallucinations’ that surround the threats and the advantages of the AI technology revolution. Sheila Hayman is a BAFTA and BAFTA Fulbright winning documentary filmmaker. She is also Director's Fellow at the MIT Media Lab and currently advisor to Cambridge University's Minderoo Centre for technology and democracy. Sheila outlines what we should be aware of, what we need to pay attention too and how we, you and I, can play our part in positively managing the often unacknowledged and negative impacts of technology advance as well as highly the transformational advantages. You’ll get insight, context and zero BS! Conversation includes; What is generative AI? What are parallels between technology and religion Why is GenAI the enemy some describe? Why it is the perfect complement to human intelligence How to coin and differentiate between the two most prevalent perspectives? For more information; https://www.sheilahayman.com - all about Sheila and what she does https://wellintellect.com - all about Anni and the services she offers https://www.mctd.ac.uk - all about the Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy

How do you know who to trust? Today, lessons from Pete Betts, on Climate Change and where the focus and spotlight should be Read 13 lessons from a climate change diplomat with months left to live by Pete Betts here Click Here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Are Denmark taking the mental health of their children more seriously than other countries? Is data and technology - a formidable tool or something to be feared? #mentalhealth #Childhealth #Empowerment #technology #transparency #realtime  Click Here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Is it unethical not to be thinking of long term impact when planning business growth? In order to create a world that is well, isn't it critical to imagine a sustainable future and work backwards from there? Today on Well Intel, the pitfalls of short-termism and the increasing need to plan from the future. Click Here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Here's a bit of a different perspective on how to take stock of yourself and the world around you. It is about awareness and consciousness of what's going on around you. Stepping back will mean you're better at being able to understand yourself, the actions of others and how the wellbeing of your business may be affected. Click Here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Are you getting enough social interaction? It's the single, most effective thing that fuels our sense of wellbeing and connectedness to the people around us. Is an increase in working from home leading to an increase in loneliness and social isolation? There are many pros and cons to consider and also, tried and tested models that demonstrate how effective changes to infrastructure can transform outcomes. Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Is it time to break up with your car? Growing numbers of young people are choosing not to drive or not to own a car. The reasons are multifold - easier access to taxi services (Uber, Lyft) because of environmental considerations, or affordability? This is a good example, not only of changing priorities but also of consciousness. What may feel like a very small thing, when repeated by millions or even billions of people, adds up. You might also note the actions of the Paris Mayor - she is showcasing Wellbeing Culture in action from several perspectives. Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Employees care about the values of who they work for, now more than ever. This will guide employees decision to stay at an organisation, or move somewhere that's more in line with their values. #PaulPolman is an advocate and trailblazer for the systems and structure that underpin greater consciousness in business. NB - this episode originally aired on February 21st 2023 Read The Net Positive Employee Barometer Here. Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Population demographics are changing - evidence shows a slowed birthrate and an increasing % of those over 60 years of age. This has economic consequences, amongst other things. Developing technologies are good for society, as long as they can be used and accessed by everyone - the speed of change also requires conscious integration across the entire social spectrum.   Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Here are five tips to practice wellbeing in your business - the first and most important, is to make talking about wellbeing and how you feel, part of daily agendas. Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Would you order a pizza via a BNPL platform? Is this a way of enabling people to eat or is it a rather more ruthless way of the associated companies making money? Not to be taken lightly, this sort of 'easy' debt can mount up quickly, leading to financial pressures, stress and situations that negatively impact wellbeing. Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

If nothing changes, everything changes. What does that mean? It means we can't sit back and do nothing in the face of growing priorities. From human and planetary health to revised choice in how we live and the reshaping of culture in business and amongst employees. Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Is there credibility in the mantra, 'mind over matter'? Neuroscience says yes. If you're not familiar with the vagus nerve, consider this your prompt! It is a super highway to stress relief, relaxation and yes, getting better faster within a singular system of physiology, psychology and spiritual connection. Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Have you considered how frequent travel may be affecting your brand image? Whether it's in an effort to reduce costs, or carbon emissions, lessening the amount you're travelling for work may alter the way your business is perceived. Find more from Skift here Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

You share this planet with billions of other people...are the decisions that you're making today the right ones to protect your future and the future of our shared home? Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

When you prioritise your own personal wellbeing every aspect of your personal and professional life begins to improve. As a leader, embracing this and walking your talk, inspires everyone around you. Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Economic growth as we've known it is going to be impossible to sustain without further damaging the planet. That means adopting behaviours that puts the planet (and humanity) first. For some, these changes will happen by choice. For others, it will be at the hands of regulation and legislation. Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence Take a look at this graphic for a more visual idea of overconsumption.

The writing looks to be on the wall. The latest intention by government, to incentivise businesses and encourage GPs to use interventions that avoid sick notes (GPs) and keep people well (Employers) is a good thing. For those already investing in illness prevention amongst their work crew, it couldn't be better (bring on the tax break). Is this also a preliminary to an election mandate to legislate for tailored wellbeing programmes for employees? The guess of the host of this podcast, is yes. Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence

Extremist opinions, ideas, and behaviours are showing up more frequently across society. This is being fueled by greater division, despair and more radical beliefs, born from a domino of global issues. But why does this matter to your business strategy? Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence Click here for "Going Mainstream How Extremists Are Taking Over" by Julia Ebner

August brings the perfect opportunity to reset and refocus. On today's episode of Well Intel Daily - lessons from the philosopher Krishnamurti about presence and raised consciousness. What does this look like for you and for your business? Click here for more from Anni and Well Intelligence Click here to listen to Urgency of Change • The Krishnamurti Podcast