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18/06/2021

An encouraging article for the more and less experienced with art, about the benefits of creative activities supporting mental health, improved focus and cognitive functions. I found it quite insightful.

Making art is fun. But there's a lot more to it. It might serve an evolutionary purpose — and emerging research shows that it can help us process difficult emotions and tap into joy.

01/05/2021

A quick and informative answer to a relevant but often unanswered question, 'Are naps good for us (and why)?'

01/05/2021

A WIRED going into detail about how the mind perceives colour and the magic that a screen can create. A broad understanding of colour is recommended to follow along. If that is there and the world around fascinates you, this article is a treat of a peek behind the curtains (Pixar's, Our brain's and the world around us).
Now, I am also excited to have a closer look at the Netflix series Our Life in Colour narrated by David Attenborough.

The animation studio’s artists are masters at tweaking light and color to trigger deep emotional responses. Coming soon: effects you’ll only see inside your head.

03/01/2021

Since the beginning of the lockdown eople around the world jumped into action to enable children to continue their learning experiences, a testament to our resilience. These activities are still relevant.

Architects, designs and cultural institutions, including Foster + Partners, Dyson and the V&A, have been creating educational activities for children to ward of the boredom of coronavirus lockdown. Here are five of the most entertaining.

03/01/2021

How lifelong learning, new learning styles and varied artistic interests help improve memory.

Your memory and the health of your brain is important. Adopt these 3 hobbies to improve both your memory and brain health, daily.

11/12/2020

Great .
Lots to think about as someone and for an .

How to prepare to turn an interview into a job offer.

09/12/2020

Mindblown by this lady and the and team of Heroes

Organization, efficiency, flexibility... insanity
Head volcano!!

In this 2017 GDC session, PopCap Games' Becky Allen provides an in-depth look at the experiments that shaped the music systems of Plants Vs. Zombies Heroes. ...

06/12/2020

A clear, logical (psychologically) and doable, two part process.
It covers things I have read and learnt from my therapist as better ways to manage anxiety, and become more productive.

Ironically (almost,) of the challenge coupled with the comfort of knowing how to do something is key to getting into a highly productive state of .
Building a better relationship with anxiety can be incredibly helpful on many fronts and needs continued work ("Like any relationship..." 🖐🏼 I know).

For now, is a good one to understand and transform.

If procrastination is your vice, 2020 has been the ultimate enabler. From working from home to stressful current events, this year has slowly stripped away every guardrail procrastinators rely on to keep themselves in check. Without a consistent…

26/10/2020

Some art appreciation with a little play = magic 😍😍

15/09/2020

In a quote, a very moving reflection on our life today with corona and going ahead.

Brené Brown's work and insights are very inspiring and stirring - her books, Netflix special and TED talks (one of them is among 5 most viewed TED talks in the world).

Do NOT miss this podcast with Sonya Renee Taylor on .
An honest and soulful conversation on body shame and love.

It drops Wednesday morning at 12:01am wherever you listen to podcasts.

20/08/2020

The mind works with sound that technology transforms, like entering a fantasy.
A sine wave, which doesn't sound musical can be transformed into different forms like a wood wind, xylophone or bells, just by making changes in the amplifier envelope.

16/08/2020

Play. Make art. Twisted with technology creates fantastic possibilities.
Start with what you have!