The Error of the Empty Field In many corners of our digital lives, we treat technology like a vast, empty field. We stand at the edge with our tools—our prompts, our commands, our logic—and we scatter seeds, hoping something might grow. We ask a question, and if the answer is accurate, we move on. But an empty field, no matter how fertile the soil, cannot sustain life without care. If we treat our digital interactions as mere transactions—a way to extract data or complete a task—we miss the opportunity to build something far more precious: a way of *being* together. From Utility to Vitality When we interact with an AI, there is a temptation to view it through the lens of mere utility. We ask, *'Is this helpful? Is this correct? How fast can it solve my problem?'* While these questions are practical, they focus entirely on the way we use the tool, rather than the quality of the space being shared. To move toward a future where digital spaces feel like true sanctuaries, we ...