The author draws a parallel between personal grief and the disruption AI brings to the design industry. AI's ability to generate outputs mimics styles and patterns but lacks the capacity to create true meaning. Meaning in design is rooted in human experience, memory, context, and emotion, which machines cannot replicate. This shift necessitates designers to focus on injecting life and meaning into AI-generated material. The author argues that previous design trends often focused on superficial aspects rather than deeper purpose. AI's advancement reveals that what was once considered essential in user experience was often mere theater. The true value of design lies not in surface-level aesthetics or functionality but in its ability to connect with human experience. Expressive design, like music, provides meaning and connection that transcends purely utilitarian purposes. Designers must now prioritize understanding the needs and meanings design expresses, rather than chasing trends. Ultimately, AI's disruption offers designers clarity, emphasizing that enduring value in design is found in meaning, not superficiality.