Paladinsane

Adventurer in the Science of Art 🎨 and the Art of Science 🔬. Researcher, iconoclast, creative firebrand of #IUSBCreates, and choice bit of calico. (they/them)

10 Signs that You Need Self-Care

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Introduction: Self-care encompasses the intentional actions and practices aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. While self-care is beneficial for everyone, it holds particular significance for individuals facing high levels of stress, excessive workload, or mental health challenges. By prioritizing self-care, individuals can proactively nurture their holistic health and enhance their overall quality of […]

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Understanding the Motivational Power of Autonomy, Relatedness, and Competence

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Introduction:Motivation in humans is driven by a multitude of factors. Traditional models of motivation placed mistakenly emphasized external rewards as the engines of motivation. Emerging research, however, has identified autonomy, relatedness, and competence as crucial psychological needs that significantly influence our motivation. These needs support our well-being and personal growth. When these needs are adequately

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Nurturing Your Emotions: Self-Care for Jobs Requiring Emotional Labor

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Introduction: In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, many professions demand not only intellectual and physical labor but also emotional labor. These jobs require individuals to engage with others’ emotions, such as counselors, healthcare providers, customer service representatives, and even managers. In fact, any job where you interact with another human being will require some emotional

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Master Your Time: Unleashing Productivity with Clockify

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Introduction Time is our most precious asset, yet it often slips away unnoticed. Whether you’re a professional, an entrepreneur, or someone striving for personal growth, tracking your time can supercharge your productivity, boost your efficiency, and lead you to success. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of time tracking, introduce you to

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Tapping Into the Spectrum of Motivation

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I Need to Motivate My Team!Have you ever delivered important information to a disinterested audience, wondering why they weren’t more invested? Have you ever offered people opportunities in their best interest, only for the opportunities to be ignored? Have you ever thought, “I wish I could just motivate these people!”? Everyone is Already MotivatedWhen it

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Indoctrinating the Fear of Lofty Goals: The Myth of Icarus’s Forgotten Warning

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Don’t Fly Too Close to the Sun: In the myth of Icarus, the skilled craftsman Daedalus and his son Icarus sought to escape their imprisonment by fashioning wings made of feathers and wax. Daedalus warned Icarus not to fly too low, where the sea’s moisture could dampen his wings, or too high, where the sun’s

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The Art of Teaching: Why You Need to Incorporate Design into Your Teaching Materials

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Teaching is an art, and just like any art form, it requires careful consideration of aesthetics and presentation. While the content and pedagogical strategies are crucial, the design of teaching materials should not be overlooked. Incorporating thoughtful design elements can enhance the learning experience, engage students, and improve their understanding and retention of the subject

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The Power of “I Made This… And It May Not Be For You”

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In a world filled with endless possibilities and diverse preferences, the notion of creating something for everyone may seem enticing. However, the concept of “It’s not for everyone” challenges this assumption, suggesting that products, services, or creations should focus on serving a select group of people. This approach recognizes the importance of finding the right

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WIP – Orville Peck as the Lone Rider in “Queen of the Rodeo”

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It’s work in progress (WIP) time! For the music video of Orville Peck as the Lone Rider in “Queen of the Rodeo”, I decided to use a green screen technique. A green screen, also known as chroma keying, is a technique used in filmmaking to replace the solid green background with any desired image or

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