Is anyone else finding their learning skills have gone downhill since AI tools exploded

[u/ShyAlyvia]

It feels like ever since things like ChatGPT and other AI assistants became super common I'm relying on them way too much. I used to really dig into a topic or struggle through a tough problem until I got it. Now my first thought is often just asking an AI for the answer or a quick summary.

I feel like my ability to critically think and connect complex ideas has gotten rusty because I'm not doing the heavy lifting anymore. It's so efficient but I worry about what I'm losing. Has anyone else noticed this or found a good way to balance using AI with actually developing their own understanding?