For the final post in the '105-item' series, instead of quirky content from the shallow depths of Tim's idea machine (AKA - my human brain), we wanted to see how Gemini would do, so below is what it created (again, all 104 PREVIOUS posts were written WITHOUT the use of a Generative AI software).

-This Post ONLY - Content below was 100% created using Google Gemini - 

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Offsetting Your Carbon Footprint: A Guilt-Free Guide to a Greener Future (and maybe a time-traveling DeLorean?)

Hey there, eco-conscious adventurers! Ever feel a pang of guilt about your carbon footprint? That sneaky little trail of emissions you leave behind with every flight, road trip, or even Netflix binge? Well, fear not, because today we're diving into the wacky world of carbon offsets!

What's the deal with offsets? Imagine them as tiny, invisible superheroes swooping in to neutralize your environmental impact. They're like little green ninjas, silently battling climate change while you go about your daily life. By purchasing offsets, you're supporting projects that reduce greenhouse gases, like planting trees, investing in renewable energy, or even capturing methane from landfills (yes, really!).

But wait, there's more! Carbon offsets aren't just for jet-setters and frequent flyers. You can offset almost anything these days, from your daily commute to your online shopping habits. It's like a "get out of jail free" card for your conscience, but in a good way!

Here's your 2-step guide to offsetting like a pro:

1. Calculate your carbon footprint: There are plenty of online calculators to help you figure out your impact.
2. Choose a reputable offset provider: Look for projects that are certified and have a proven track record.

Your Future You will thank you! Imagine a future where you can look back and say, "I did my part to combat climate change, and I had fun doing it!" Your Future You might even have a cool story to tell, like how your offset purchases helped fund a reforestation project that saved a rare species of butterfly, or how you indirectly contributed to the invention of a time-traveling DeLorean (hey, we can dream, right?).

P.S. Corporate Housing Companies are getting in on the action! That's right, even the corporate world is embracing carbon offsets. By choosing a company that offsets its emissions, you can rest assured that your temporary housing is contributing to a greener future. And who knows, maybe your stay will inspire you to make even more sustainable choices in your own life. So go forth, offset those emissions, and embrace a guilt-free, eco-conscious lifestyle. Your Future You (and the planet) will thank you!

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-END OF GEMINI CONTENT-

(Back to Tim's content) -

My quick assessment is -

I give it a C-plus. 

It relies a little too much on guilt and saving the planet, which are not useful approaches, IMO. 

Also, a little too straightforward in the content and doesn’t get as tangential enough, but that can likely be adjusted by prompting differently, (aka- Prompting More Better!)

The humor also feels a little 'soulless', 

But maybe that's just my humanness peppered with a twinge fear and jealously. And/or wanting to feel 'superior' to machines.  Is this my John Henry moment? 

As a takeaway, in the future, I will work on giving Gemini more explicit instructions to avoid these concerns, but 'Fear Not' fellow readers of this blog, I will ALWAYS highlight when content is cyborgian, vs human brain generated.  That is, of course, until the AI overlords choose what I can claim as real and what is ... (edited by AI).

Thanks for playing along with us for these 105-ish weeks! (Episode 1 was 9/14/22, so 9/21/24 would have been 105 weeks, so it was off by 3 weeks over 2 years)

Stay Tuned for a new BLOG Series coming soon!  

Why does this ‘Future You’ Series exist? What’s it about? 

1. Promote easy, quirky sustainable practices that are NOT preachy, or guilt-ridden and without a focus on the ‘saving the planet’ (hint: the planet will survive…) 

2. A playful post of simple ways to improve our lives, and the lives of those we love. Also improve our future lives… by taking fun action steps today. 

3. Still reading? Cool. We think you’re amazing and full of joyful zest. 

This series is based off ‘105 Simple Sustainable actions’ - from Stephane Omsanski’s article in Parade from 2021.

https://parade.com/1300935/stephanieosmanski/ways-reduce-carbon-emissions/

105. Purchase offsets.

No, not just when you fly. It's possible to purchase offsets for just about any reason, so when in doubt, if you're worried about your personal carbon footprint, you can always look into purchasing offsets to counteract the emissions you've contributed.

P.P.P.S - Last week on, 10/10/2024, a legend in the corporate housing industry, Mark Milani, passed away doing what he loved - presenting on Sales and how to impact the corporate housing world. He died surrounded by hundreds of friends and finished his presentation to applause from his peers.  To learn more about Mark's legacy - his company, Prime Time Leasing, set up this facebook page -- https://www.facebook.com/primetimefurnitureleasing?mibextid=JRoKGi

Mark was a genuine soul, who loved life and remainded dedicated to helping others thrive. You will be missed!