#NoAIDecember

What is it?

NoAIDecember is a community initiative that challenges participants to spend one month exploring their creativity and productivity without artificial intelligence tools.

It's not anti-AI; it's about giving AI a rest for a month and remembering what's important.

How does it work?

During December, participants pledge to step back from AI assistants, generators, and tools, instead relying on their own capabilities and human collaboration.

This includes common AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, Copilot, and the thousands of other tools coming out everyday.

For those wanting to take an extreme challenge, we are suggesting avoiding webinars, blog posts, and articles about AI.

What's included?

Rules

There is only one rule — NO AI tools during December.

The focus should be on using your RI (Real Intelligence)

Why participate?

This site was made with some AI tools on November 27, 2024.

If you like the idea — share it! #noaidecember

Our Goals

The bigger picture

NoAIDecember isn't about permanently abandoning AI—it's about gaining perspective. By taking a month-long pause, participants can better understand both the benefits and limitations of AI tools, ultimately leading to more mindful and balanced integration of these technologies in their lives.

Join us in this experiment in digital mindfulness and human potential. Together, we'll explore what it means to create, think, and collaborate in purely human ways.

Whenever you are ready, pull the lever.

Daily Challenges

Week 1: Handwriting & Personal Expression

Day 1

December 1

Write a handwritten letter to a friend or family member, focusing on thoughtful and clear communication.

Day 2

December 2

Copy a favorite poem or passage from a book by hand to improve penmanship and attention to detail.

Day 3

December 3

Create a daily to-do list using pen and paper, organizing your day manually without digital tools.

Day 4

December 4

Start keeping a physical journal and write a page about what you're feeling or thinking.

Day 5

December 5

Hand-draw a rough sketch of an object in your home purely from memory.

Day 6

December 6

Write a story or describe an imaginary place in your best handwriting.

Day 7

December 7

Write a set of flashcards by hand to memorize something you want to learn (e.g., a language, trivia, historical facts).

Week 2: Memory & Observation

Day 8

December 8

Go for a walk and try to memorize as many details as possible about the route (e.g., landmarks, house colors).

Day 9

December 9

Spend 20 minutes memorizing a poem, song lyrics, or a passage from a book.

Day 10

December 10

Draw a rough sketch of an object in your home purely from memory.

Day 11

December 11

Write a list of your favorite childhood memories in as much detail as you can recall.

Day 12

December 12

Watch people in a public space (e.g., park or café) and write down your observations about their interactions, body language, or style.

Day 13

December 13

Try to recall all the ingredients and steps from a recipe you know without looking it up.

Day 14

December 14

After reading a chapter of a book, summarize it from memory in your journal.

Week 3: Interpersonal Connection

Day 15

December 15

Hold a meaningful conversation without using phones or referencing digital tools, practicing active listening.

Day 16

December 16

Write a list of five people who have impacted your life and why, then call or visit one of them to share your gratitude.

Day 17

December 17

Write and deliver a short speech to family or friends about something you care deeply about.

Day 18

December 18

Plan and organize a gathering or outing without using online tools, focusing on logistics and interpersonal skills.

Day 19

December 19

Share a story from your life or family history with someone verbally, practicing storytelling skills.

Day 20

December 20

Write a thoughtful thank-you note to someone who has helped you recently.

Day 21

December 21

Organize a debate or discussion on a topic with family or friends, focusing on presenting your points clearly and respectfully.

Week 4: Creativity & Problem-Solving

Day 22

December 22

Write a limerick, haiku, or short poem that plays with rhyme and rhythm.

Day 23

December 23

Create a holiday decoration or craft using only materials you already have at home.

Day 24

December 24

Design a game or puzzle for your family to play, using paper and pen.

Day 25

December 25

Write a handwritten reflection on the meaning of the holiday season for you.

Day 26

December 26

Recreate a simple recipe by memory or improvisation, using ingredients you have on hand.

Day 27

December 27

Design a small scavenger hunt for your family or friends with handwritten clues.

Day 28

December 28

Draw a detailed map of an imaginary place, complete with landmarks and labels.

Day 29

December 29

Invent a short play or skit with your family or friends, focusing on storytelling and collaboration.

Day 30

December 30

Solve a logic puzzle or crossword from a physical book or newspaper.

Day 31

December 31

Write your resolutions for the new year by hand, explaining why each goal matters to you.