**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**
New Book The Enduring Mind Offers a Human-Centered Framework for Navigating the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Jean R. Lainé, Ph.D., examines how people can benefit from artificial intelligence while preserving human worth, judgment, responsibility, freedom, and purpose
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma — August 22, 2026 — Laine Educational Media LLC announces the publication of The Enduring Mind: Preparing Your Judgment, Character, and Capabilities for a World Shaped by Artificial Intelligence by Jean R. Lainé, Ph.D. The first volume in a planned seven-book series, the book presents a research-grounded and accessible framework for navigating artificial intelligence without surrendering the human qualities that give technological progress its direction and meaning.
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into education, work, leadership, communication, and everyday decision-making, public attention often centers on what the technology can accomplish. The Enduring Mind asks a deeper question: What must human beings preserve as intelligent machines become more capable?
Rather than treating artificial intelligence solely as a threat or celebrating it without qualification, Lainé offers a balanced approach centered on responsible human–AI collaboration. He argues that AI can expand human capabilities, but it cannot determine which purposes are worthy, assume moral responsibility for human decisions, or replace the judgment and accountability required for shared flourishing.
“Artificial intelligence can extend human capacity, but it should never become a substitute for human judgment, moral responsibility, or purpose,” said Lainé. “The future does not have to become a contest between people and machines. It can become a disciplined collaboration in which human beings remain accountable for choosing worthy ends.”
Organized around five major areas—human worth, wisdom, authority, relationships, and stewardship—the book explores such questions as:
• How can people use AI without measuring human value against machine performance?
• Who remains accountable when AI influences consequential decisions?
• How can individuals preserve their intellectual agency and freedom to refuse?
• What happens when simulated responsiveness is mistaken for genuine human reciprocity?
• How should schools prepare learners to think with AI without becoming dependent upon it?
• What responsibilities do leaders and institutions have when adopting powerful technologies?
The book also examines education as the formation of intellectual agency. Drawing on Lainé’s twenty-nine years of experience in education, it emphasizes the importance of evidence, discernment, productive struggle, critical reflection, and the ability to question technological recommendations. This educational perspective makes the book especially relevant to teachers, school leaders, parents, students, policymakers, organizational leaders, faith communities, and general readers seeking a thoughtful response to rapid technological change.
The Enduring Mind is not a technical manual tied to a particular AI application. Its purpose is to provide principles that can remain useful as today’s tools evolve and new technologies emerge. The book invites readers to approach innovation with neither fear nor passive acceptance, but with wisdom, accountability, and confidence in the continuing importance of human contribution.
“This book begins from the conviction that technological power should serve human flourishing rather than redefine human worth,” Lainé added. “The challenge before us is not merely to build more capable systems. It is to become the kind of people who can use those systems wisely.”
**About the Author**
Jean R. Lainé, Ph.D., is an American educator, author, pastor, and publisher with twenty-nine years of experience in education. He holds a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, a master’s degree in special education, and professional teaching credentials. His educational work includes extensive experience supporting English learners and multilingual communities. A multilingual educator, Lainé speaks English, French, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. He is the founder of Laine Educational Media LLC and the author of educational, inspirational, and faith-based works. His writing examines education, human development, responsible leadership, faith, and the relationship between people and emerging technologies.
**Publication Information**
Title: The Enduring Mind: Preparing Your Judgment, Character, and Capabilities for a World Shaped by Artificial Intelligence
Author: Jean R. Lainé, Ph.D.
Publisher: Laine Educational Media LLC
Publication date: August 1, 2026
Paperback ISBN: 979-8-9513473-0-5
Hardcover ISBN: 979-8-9513473-2-9
Formats: Paperback, Hardcover, Kindle eBook, Audiobook
Page count: 190
Retail prices: Paperback $19.99; Hardcover $29.99; eBook $9.99; Audiobook $11.99 (Audible)
Amazon: Available on Amazon
Author website: www.laineeducationalmedia.com
Review copies, interviews, speaking engagements, and additional media materials are available upon request.
**About Laine Educational Media LLC**
Laine Educational Media LLC is an independent educational publishing and media company founded by Jean R. Lainé, Ph.D. The company produces educational and thought-provoking books and provides editing, design, formatting, publishing-support, and author-coaching services.
**Media Contact**
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