How I’m Using Generative AI to Simplify My Life in 2025 (Steps and Examples Included) | by Althea Villarmino | Jan, 2025

In 2023, I started diving into the world of Generative AI, curious about how it could make my life easier. By 2024, I was testing ways to apply it to my daily routine.

And now, in 2025, I’m using it to optimize my life — though I’m still early in the journey.

The goal? To reduce stress, feel more in control, and maybe, just maybe, appear like I’ve got it all together (spoiler alert: I don’t… yet!).

But that’s what life’s all about, right? Constant learning and improvement. We adapt, we grow, and eventually, we get closer to that “better version” of ourselves.

So if you’re looking to conquer that never-ending to-do list and free up time for the fun stuff (like binge-watching K-Dramas), here’s how I’m already using Generative AI to get there.

Problem: Writing emails can be a never-ending task, especially when it comes to follow-up emails. My inbox is practically my second home, and I don’t always have the time to craft the perfect message — especially when I need to sound professional, friendly, and assertive without coming across as pushy.

Solution: Let AI handle the heavy lifting so I can focus on what truly matters — like finishing my tasks and planning my next break.

👉 How I Do It:

Step 1: Give AI a clear task.
Example: “Write a polite yet assertive follow-up email to a client asking for feedback on the proposal I sent last week.”

Step 2: Let AI work its magic.
Example Output:
“Hi Jeane,
I hope you’re doing well. I just wanted to check in and see if you’ve had a chance to review the proposal I sent last week. Your feedback would be greatly appreciated whenever you have a moment.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon!”

Step 3: Add my personal touch, hit send, and go grab a coffee.
Done! It’s professional, polite, and gets the job done without sounding bossy. Plus, I saved time!

Problem: Meetings. Happen. Every. Day. And trying to remember every detail? Impossible.

Solution: Let AI turn the meeting chaos into something even my distracted brain can understand.

👉 How I Do It:

Step 1: Grab a transcript or notes from the meeting. (No more frantic scribbling — thank you, technology!)

Step 2: Ask AI to summarize.
Example: “Summarize this into three key action steps for my marketing team.”

Step 3: Share the summary with the team and bask in the glow of your newfound efficiency.
I’m practically the office superhero now. (Okay, I might be exaggerating, but I do feel pretty great about it.)

Problem: My to-do list is all over the place. I can’t be the only one who feels like a chicken with its head cut off some days.

Solution: Let AI organize my life like a professional planner.

👉 How I Do It:

Step 1: Dump all my tasks into AI.
Example: “I need to finish a report, respond to emails, prep for a meeting, and call a client.”

Step 2: Watch AI prioritize them.
Example Output:

• Finish the report (due in 2 hours).
• Call the client (urgent).
• Respond to emails (they can wait).
• Prep for next week’s meeting (when I have a moment).

Step 3: Follow the list and revel in your newfound productivity.
Who knew prioritizing could be this easy?

Problem: Dinner decisions are a nightmare. And let’s not even talk about how I’ve been over-ordering Grab Food lately… my bank account is crying.

Solution: Let AI do the hard work of meal planning, so I can eat well, save money, and actually enjoy my meals.

👉 How I Do It:

Step 1: Tell AI my meal goals.
Example: “Plan a week of easy, healthy meals with quick prep times.”

Step 2: Get a menu that feels like a five-star restaurant (minus the price tag).
Example Output:

• Monday: Grilled chicken (so simple, so tasty)
• Tuesday: Veggie stir-fry (bye, takeout!)
• Wednesday: Ginisang Munggo (Because why not have munggo on a Wednesday? haha!)
• Thursday: Pinakbet (Can’t go wrong with this classic)
• Friday: Bistek

Step 3: Shop, prep, and then pretend you’re a culinary genius.
Not only am I saving cash, but I’m also impressing myself with my cooking skills (even if AI is the real mastermind here).

Problem: Budgeting used to be a nightmare. I could never quite get the numbers right, and every month was a game of catch-up. But I finally got tired of doing the math manually.

Solution: AI doesn’t just help with work — it can also help you keep your finances in check. By forecasting my budget, I can predict my spending and track where I can cut costs (goodbye, spontaneous online shopping sprees).

👉 How I Do It:

Step 1: Feed AI my monthly income and expenses.
Example: “I make $X this month, and I’ve spent $Y on food, bills, and random stuff.”

Step 2: Ask AI to forecast my budget for the next few months.
Example: “Predict my expenses for the next quarter and suggest areas to save.”

Step 3: Review the forecast and make smarter financial decisions.
AI helps me plan for the unexpected — whether it’s a surprise sale (oops!) or a real emergency.

• Be Clear: The better your instructions, the better AI’s output. AI is great, but it’s not a mind reader — yet.
• Keep It Real: AI is great for drafts, but don’t forget to add your personal touch.
• Experiment: Play around with prompts and tasks to find what works for you. You might just discover some AI hacks you didn’t know existed.

“Work smarter, not harder.”

If AI can take over the repetitive stuff, why not let it? I’ve got bigger things to do, like figuring out how to stop getting sucked into Instagram Reels for hours.

Here’s to conquering 2025 like a boss! 🍷

I’m definitely ready to make 2025 the year of efficiency and fun (with a little help from my AI sidekick).

Let me know in the comments how you’re using AI to simplify your life.