In this heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation, Eli Strzelecka joins Michelle to discuss the power of AI as a tool for emotional reflection, creative expression, and meaningful human connection. Learn how her platform, Conspicuis, offers a radically different approach to mental health support—one rooted in artistic transformation and community.

Timestamps

• [00:00] Welcome and intro to Eli
• [01:00] The existential inspiration behind Conspicuis
• [03:00] Emotional pain as a universal language
• [04:00] Using AI to process feelings and slow down emotional reactivity
• [06:00] How Conspicuis works: turning conversations into AI-generated poems and art
• [08:00] Privacy and user data: anonymity by design
• [10:00] Making mental health support affordable, accessible, and enjoyable
• [12:00] Reintroducing fun and creativity into emotional healing
• [13:00] Long-term vision: blockchain, ownership, and digital memories
• [15:00] Cultural shifts in human connection, AI’s role in friendship and isolation
• [17:00] Why Conspicuis limits use: intentional design for human flourishing
• [18:00] Final reflections on ethics, empathy, and the mirror AI holds up to us

Eli reminds us that AI can be more than a tool—it can be a mirror, a friend, and even a co-creator in our healing journey. If you're ready to explore AI as a force for emotional empowerment, head to https://www.innovativeaistudio.com to sign up for podcast updates and free resources. Let your next memory become a masterpiece.