How do I stop relying on AI for every school assignment?

Start by treating AI like your lab partner, not your stunt double. Sure, it’s smart, fast, and never forgets a comma, but if you let it do all the work, you’re just coasting. Try this: when you get an assignment, write your first draft yourself. Yes, with your own brain. Then, if you must, let AI review it for grammar or give feedback. Use it like a fancy spellcheck, not a ghostwriter. And hey, your teachers can tell when your essay sounds suspiciously like a robot trying to win a Pulitzer. Build your confidence by using AI to boost your ideas, not replace them. You’re not just here to pass. You’re here to learn, grow, and maybe surprise yourself.