How Can Artificial Intelligence Support an Offline Life?
Written by: Luísa Rangel
Published on: April 01, 2025
Estimated Reading Time:4-5 minutes
Over the past two decades, the internet has expanded nonstop. Technology has always walked hand in hand with human evolution — we know that. But in recent years, artificial intelligence has emerged as one of the most powerful tools to simplify daily life.
Still, not everything is rosy. We've ended up more attached to our screens than ever, slowly drifting away from the slow-living mindset.
The idea that being constantly connected equals productivity was sold to us as an absolute truth.
Free time began to be seen almost as a failure. We were led to believe that waking up at 4 a.m., going to the gym, working, meditating, keeping up with skincare, and a side hustle all in one day was the “right” thing to do.
This is where AI can become an ally. It doesn’t have to trap us in front of screens — quite the opposite. It can be a tool to reclaim time and make room for a more balanced life.
“The idea that being constantly connected equals productivity was sold to us as an absolute truth.”
How AI Can Help You Live Offline — Without Losing Control
Living offline doesn’t mean falling into chaos. On the contrary. Today, AI helps us optimize tasks and manage time better, making daily life feel smoother — and allowing us to slow down, bit by bit.
Being online 24/7 isn’t a biological need. Nor is it required for us to be productive.
“Being online 24/7 isn’t a biological need.”
Here’s how AI can support your day-to-day:
1. Time and task management
Tools like Notion, Google Calendar, and Todoist use AI to help you organize task lists, automate reminders, and plan your week — lightening the mental load and reducing overwhelm.
2. Routine automation
Platforms like Zapier and IFTTT allow you to connect apps and automate repetitive tasks — like sending follow-up emails or syncing calendars — cutting screen time and giving you your minutes back.
3. Self-awareness and well-being
Apps like Reflectly and Journey use AI to guide journaling and tracking habits, encouraging mindfulness and helping you rethink how you spend your time.
“A study by Accenture showed that AI-based tools increased employee productivity by up to 40%.”
Photo by Annie Spratt
Slow Living as Resistance in the Era of Hustle Culture
The desire for a slower, more intentional lifestyle has gained traction among younger generations — a quiet form of resistance to the performance-driven culture we’ve been taught to admire. Gen Z in particular has begun to question those narratives, prioritizing mental health and redefining what success looks like — even if it’s still a gradual process.
“A 2022 Asana report with over 10,000 workers across seven countries found that 70% experienced burnout in the previous year. Among Gen Z respondents, that number reached 84%, and 74% among millennials.”
Photo by Gift Habeshaw
Technology and Free Time: Yes, It’s Possible
AI doesn’t have to mean more pressure. It can actually help us reclaim the time we’ve lost to digital overload — and open the door to what really matters: real life, lived in presence.
By automating processes and simplifying the day-to-day, we gain something rare: free time.
And that time can be invested in what truly matters to each of us — whether that’s resting, nurturing relationships, or simply existing without guilt. And sometimes, the best thing we can do for ourselves is to simply… slow down.
