I came across “The Rise of AI Will Make Liberal Arts Degrees Popular Again. Here’s Why” by Jessica Stillman (Inc., July 14, 2025)
I couldn’t agree more.
Jessica Stillman makes a compelling point: as AI handles more routine tasks, the value of being deeply human becomes clearer than ever. Liberal arts degrees, long undervalued in tech-driven conversations, actually sharpen the skills AI can’t replace, that is, empathy, critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and of course creativity.
It’s not just theory. Bill Winters, CEO of Standard Chartered, is rethinking hiring in light of this, and research shows people trust and engage more with what feels human-made.
In a world of fast automation, being able to connect, question, and communicate isn’t just nice to have, but rather essential.
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You can even see it in the everyday work of creatives like Lisa Henshall, who offers painting and artistry lessons that help people explore self-expression and grow their creative confidence. It’s a reminder that in a world leaning heavily on tech, human creativity is a skill, and a sanctuary.
This isn’t about going backwards. It’s about rebalancing. We need poets and philosophers as much as coders and engineers. Let’s make space for both.
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