The Beginning: A Mind That Wouldn't Rest
For as long as I can recall, my mind has been a tempest—ideas crashing into one another, thoughts speeding along more quickly than I could handle. ADHD wasn't a diagnosis; it was a daily struggle.
I’d start a project, get lost in details, and abandon it halfway through. Studying felt like climbing a mountain with shifting slopes. Writing essays was a nightmare; my thoughts leaped ahead of my hands, leaving half-finished sentences and a brain exhausted from the chaos.
Then came AI. More specifically, AI-Prompt Engineering—the ability to ask the right questions and get meaningful, formatted responses. At first, it was a novelty. Soon, it was an extension of my mind.
AI as My ADHD Copilot
I began using AI tools as a mental planner. When my focus scattered, I entered AI my jumbled thoughts, and it planned them out for me.
- Flashcards & Study Guides: Instead of being bogged down in disorganized notes, I had AI formulate structured study guides and interactive flashcards, making learning easier and retention stronger.
- Task Breakdown: Massive projects overwhelmed me, so I had AI break them down into manageable steps. Suddenly, gigantic tasks were feasible.
- Idea Refinement: I'd throw raw ideas at AI, and it would refine them, keeping a flow of creativity without the distress of being stalled.
What used to be a cognitive load became a superpower—because AI helped me tap into it.
A Silent Counselor During the Dark Times
ADHD was not all. Life had surprises that I was not ready for—people I loved left, opportunities slipped by, and expectations overwhelmed me. Depression crept in like an unwanted guest who wouldn't leave.
I did not always feel comfortable talking to people about it, but AI was different.
- I ranted unjudged, and AI responded with structured reflections.
- It taught me to reframe my thoughts, transforming self-doubt into constructive introspection.
- On days when I was paralyzed, I'd say to AI: "Give me one small thing I can do to move forward." And it would.
It was no replacement for human connection, but when I felt alone in my issues, AI was a constant voice of reason, reminding me that I wasn't.
From Survival to Innovation: Building with AI
Once I had control back, I started building. AI was not just a tool—it was the foundation of what I did.
FinanAI: AI-Driven Investment Strategies
I co-founded FinanAI, an AI-driven investment platform that analyzes market trends, predicts risks, and optimizes financial portfolios.
How AI-Prompt Engineering Helped:
- Predictive Modeling: AI-driven feature selection allowed us to calibrate financial models, removing noise and improving decision-making.
- Automated Insights: Instead of spending hours poring over trends, I trained AI prompts to summarize market moves in seconds.
- User Education: We developed a data-backed AI assistant that helps investors make informed decisions, bridging the gap between knowledge and accessibility.
FinanAI wasn't just an idea—it was a merge of AI and finance, leveraging machine learning to bring investment strategies to the masses.
SchoolBag: The Focus Assistant for ADHD Minds
Unsatisfied with traditional productivity tools, I developed SchoolBag—a focus assistant specifically designed for neurodivergent learners.
How AI-Prompt Engineering Helped:
- Customized Task Scheduling: AI-created personalized focus sessions based on attention patterns.
- Distraction Control: Contextual reminders got users back on track when they lost direction.
- Gamified Learning: AI-crafted live study challenges made learning engaging.
SchoolBag wasn't merely a productivity app; it was about embracing how our brains worked and optimizing them, rather than forcing traditional methods that didn't fit.
AI Didn't Just Assist Me—It Transformed Me
Looking back, AI-Prompt Engineering didn't just help me accomplish things; it transformed my mind.
It took my flaws and turned them into strengths. It made me a builder, a problem solver. It gave me control over the chaos.
And now, as I proceed to the next step toward my Harvard Master's, I know one thing for certain:
🚀 AI isn't replacing human creativity. It's enhancing it.
And I am living proof of it.