Hi! I'm Jose M. Gilgado

I've been writing at josem.co about happiness, habits and technology since 2012.

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Side Projects and AI

Some years ago, building a side project meant finding time wherever you could. Late nights, weekends, or early mornings to squeeze some work in before your real job starts....

September 1, 2025

Skip the Next iPhone

There's a ritual that happens every September. Apple unveils its latest iPhone, and millions of us suddenly discover that the device in our pocket—the one we loved just yesterday—has become obsolete....

August 25, 2025

Trips Are an Opportunity

Now that summer is in full swing in many parts of the world, I thought it would be a good time to write about something I've felt for years whenever I go away for a few days. Trips might be the only chance we get to view our lives from a distance. Let me explain....

August 21, 2025

The Schedule Takes Care of Us

Paying attention to the small, daily details of life—like sleep, nutrition, habits, and relationships—can have a profound impact on your well-being and long-term goals. This article explores how focusing on these micro-level choices, rather than just big-picture plans, creates the foundation for meaningful change and personal growth....

August 17, 2025

What Are We Losing With AI?

Once it's well integrated into our lives, any new technology can be seen as an exchange. We lose something and get something else in return. We lose something and get something else in return. In the last few months, I've asked myself, "What are we losing with AI?"?...

July 29, 2025