The Handy Techie Is Dead. And It’s Devastating.
The real disruption of AI isn’t technical—it’s relational. When your partner uses ChatGPT instead of asking you for help, you don’t just lose a task; you lose a role. The ‘handy techie’ identity crumbles, forcing you to confront what you truly bring to a relationship beyond domain knowledge. This article explores the sting of becoming obsolete in your own home and the uncomfortable path to rebuilding your sense of worth.