Episode 3

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14th Aug 2025

Day 3 — Mind‑Blowing and Terrifying in Equal Measure

AI is changing business and humanity. I’m excited and slightly terrified—and that’s honest. This episode grounds the hype and focuses on what actually matters: using AI to help more people, not chase shiny numbers.

You’ll hear:

  • The tension between ambition and integrity
  • A practical lens for ethical, voice‑safe AI use
  • The “starfish principle” for keeping impact realistic

Chapters:

  • 00:12 - The Impact of AI on Humanity
  • 00:46 - Navigating AI: Challenges and Insights
  • 01:25 - The Role of AI in Mental Health
  • 03:01 - Exploring Motivations Behind AI Interest
  • 03:26 - Farewell and Next Steps

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Transcript
Speaker A:

Welcome back to my journey with Start with AI and day three.

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Mind blowing and terrifying in equal measures.

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AI isn't just changing business, it's changing humanity.

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Take a deep breath.

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I'm not sure if I should be more excited or terrified.

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There's this, this comparison going on, this parallel thing happening.

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And it's about that awareness when we're using AI that'll help us move through.

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So I spent today trying to wrap my head around where this is all heading.

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And honestly, it is mind blowing.

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We're talking about AI that can understand context, emotion, even help people through therapeutic processes.

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And that's where I really look at my introvert brain kicked in with all the questions, all the doubts, can I actually do this?

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Do I know enough?

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Maybe this is too big for me, this goal that I have.

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And I caught myself spiraling and had to literally say out loud, breathe, take a step back, calm down, get a copper.

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Because here's the thing.

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I keep seeing all of these promises about a earning 10k a day with AI and that's not it what it's about for me, it's about the mental health crisis.

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The mental health crisis is very real and increasing.

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People are struggling more than ever.

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And if AI can help us reach more people and support more transformation, then that's where my heart, my purpose is.

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I'm not here to, to get rich quick.

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I'm here because I believe that transformational practitioners, NLPers, coaches, hypnotherapists, energy healers have something unique to offer in this AI revolution.

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So today's lesson is it's okay to feel small when facing something that is so, so much bigger.

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But remember that every starfish you throw back into the ocean matters.

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So every one person we can help with this technology where they may not be able to get help elsewhere, every person counts.

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Even if we only influence AI's development by 10% towards more conscious, compassionate applications and learning, that counts.

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We, we don't need to change the whole world, just our corner of it.

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So what's driving your AI interest?

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Is it the technology?

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Is it the money that you can potentially make?

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Or is it potential to help more people?

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Or is it something else?

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Share below I'd love to know I'm not the only one who's feeling both excited and overwhelmed by what AI can offer.

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I'll see you again tomorrow.

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Thanks for watching.

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About the Podcast

Start With AI
Demystifying AI for Real Transformation – Stories, Strategies, Results
Start With AI Podcast
Authentic, Practical AI for Coaches, Practitioners & Change-Makers

Welcome to Start With AI—the podcast where real-world change-makers discover honest, step-by-step ways to use AI in their practice—without the jargon, overwhelm, or hype.

Whether you’re a coach, NLP expert, energy healer or transformational practitioner, you’re in the right place. Each week, we break down the practical, no-fluff actions that help you serve more clients, work smarter, and build a thriving, heart-led business in today’s digital world.

Join your host for candid conversations, live AI clinic sessions, and inspiring stories from practitioners just like you—people stretching, stumbling, and succeeding with simple, human-first AI.
You’ll get bite-sized strategies, myth-busting insights, and support to bring your unique magic forward—always clear, always actionable, always real.

Ready to demystify tech and unlock genuine transformation?
Together, let’s start with AI—honest, human, and made for you.

About your host

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Heather Masters

Hello, I’m Heather V Masters—your host of the Choosing Happy Podcast and a passionate guide for techies, entrepreneurs, and creatives ready to thrive!

As a certified Master coach, NLP trainer/ Master Practitioner, and hypnotist, I bring a unique blend of tools to help you break free from limiting patterns and choose happiness every day.
My journey began with corporate burnout, where I discovered the power of mindset shifts to transform my life. That spark led me to build thriving communities like the Creative Writing Tips Club and launch this podcast, where I share the strategies that helped me—and can help you—create a life you love. From NLP techniques to heartfelt stories, I’m here to empower you with actionable insights and a warm, authentic vibe.

When I’m not podcasting, you’ll find me coaching clients, writing, or sipping a cuppa while dreaming up new ways to inspire joy. Let’s choose happy together—join me on this journey!

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Email: heather@heathervmasters.com

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