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How Social Media Filters Create Toxic Beauty Standards

Do you use social media filters? Did you know that these filters can actually do more harm than good? Almost every social media platform has a filter, whether it be Instagram, Snapchat, or TikTok. While they can be fun, they can also promote an unhealthy and narrowing idea of what beauty should look like. To understand the controversy behind filters on social media, we’ll look at the history of selfie culture and how the Kardashians have made filters acceptable on social media. Then we’ll delve into the damaging effects of these unattainable beauty standards.

How to Track Progress (& Why It’s Important for Artists)

Why should artists track their progress? What is the best way to track your work’s progress? In Show Your Work!, Austin Kleon says that documenting and tracking your progress can help you study your methods and enhance your skills. To document the creative process, you can use a smartphone or any other recording device for filming. Keep reading below to learn how to track progress and why it’s essential for artists.

How to Build an Online Presence: 3 Easy Tips

Do you want your work to become popular? What is the key to building an online presence? In Show Your Work!, Austin Kleon offers specific insights on how to share your work with others. He recommends having your own website and engaging with social media platforms to showcase your creative process and help people find you. Check out how to build an online presence to boost the popularity of your work.

The 5 Best Quotes From The Alchemist (+ Analysis)

What are the best quotes from The Alchemist? How can these quotes help you understand the messages of the book better? In The Alchemist, Paulo Coelho teaches us, through the story of a shepherd boy who has the courage to follow his dreams, the power of transformation for our lives. To date, The Alchemist, published in 1988, is Coelho’s best-known work, and it was an international bestseller. Below are some of the top quotes from The Alchemist with analysis.

How to Find Your Calling in Life: 3 Steps to Discovery

What kind of work do you feel drawn to? Do you sense an inner force guiding you in your pursuits? Author Robert Greene believes that we all have something inside us that pulls us in certain directions in life. You can get in touch with that force by performing three tasks: reflecting on your childhood, blurring the line between work and life, and embracing a nonlinear path. Keep reading to learn how to find your calling in life.

What Are Process Goals? The Key to Creativity

What are process goals? Why do process goals help stimulate creativity? In Keep Going, artist Austin Kleon says that creative people benefit from creating process goals. While outcome goals make creating work a means to an end, process goals make creating work an exciting and joyful experience. Check out how to pursue process goals to embrace your creative side.

3 Motivation Tips for Struggling Artists

Are you an artist struggling with motivation? What advice does artist Austin Kleon give on persevering through hard times? In Show Your Work!, Austin Kleon emphasizes that being an artist isn’t easy. However, he offers three tips to help you stay motivated: maintain momentum, refresh and recharge, and reframe your past work. Keep reading to learn artist motivation tips from Show Your Work!.

Breaking Your Fast: Things to Keep in Mind

How should you break your fast? What foods should you avoid eating after ending your fast? When it comes to breaking your fast, don’t be too strict on yourself. As much as possible, opt for unprocessed or minimally processed foods. But since fasting is quite hard psychologically, you should allow yourself some treats every now and then. Here are some things to keep in mind when breaking your fast.

Intermittent Fasting: Tips for Successful Weight Loss

Does intermittent fasting really work for weight loss? How long does it take to start seeing results? Intermittent fasting is a proven weight loss strategy. Unlike traditional dieting, intermittent fasting doesn’t require you to obsess over counting calories—you simply don’t eat for a certain period of time. However, you won’t start seeing immediate results—it takes a while for the body to adapt to the IF schedule. Here are some intermittent fasting tips for successful weight loss.

How to Cultivate Creativity: 4 Tips for Creative Freedom

Is your creativity getting you anywhere? What’s getting in your way on your path toward creative power and independence? In the book Mastery, Robert Greene identifies creative independence as the second stage of mastery. It comes after you’ve established a foundation of skills and knowledge—when you’ve come to a point where you can apply these in your own way. He offers four tips on how to cultivate creativity: commit to a creative project, keep your mind flexible, create a major insight, and overcome emotional obstacles. Keep reading for details on these recommendations.