On days when you might be feeling a bit stressed, anxious or just low on energy, it is helpful to have an activity that can take your mind off of things, and […]
The benefits of bookbinding for mental health
When was the last time you had an unplanned day?
If you’re anything like me, most of your days, whether it’s a work day or a day off or a vacation day, your days tend to have some sort of plan or […]
The benefits of journaling – by ChatGPT
ChatGPT is an AI (Artificial Intelligence) chatbot developed by OpenAI, capable of understanding natural human language and writing very human sounding text. I’m not sure quite how to describe it an accurate […]
Moonlight
“We are surrounded by a rich and fertile mystery. May we not probe it, pry into it, employ ourselves about it, a little?” The Journal, Henry David Thoreau When reading works such […]
Self-Awareness, Self-Reliance and Non-Comformity
Today is one of those days in San Francisco when it’s bright, warm, sunny, with just the hint of a gentle breeze. On such days, you cannot help but be grateful, when […]
A hobby can help you during tough times
There are times when one or more things are not going well in our lives. I went through a time like this recently. You put on a brave face, and try and […]
Making Art is therapeutic
I do not consider myself an Artist or a Creative. Far from it. I’ve mostly worked in fairly “left brain” fields, fields where I’ve applied my analytical skills much more than anything […]
Why classes are amazing
If you’re looking for ways to add some variety to your life, and you happen to be a nerd like me, I highly recommend signing up for classes 🙂 It doesn’t matter […]
2 tactics to help you stick to your New Year resolutions
At the beginning of a new year, we all have the desire to do amazing things that year. We sign up for resolutions such as eating healthy, exercising more, traveling more, getting […]
9 skills you’ll pick up as a hobbyist DIY bookbinder
A hobby is not only a highly enjoyable and energizing activity, it can help you pick up a lot of new skills that you never know how they might help you at […]
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