Running and Creativity:
I never thought of a connection between running and being creative until the other day. I guess I never thought they would be related in any way because I don't see myself as a creative or imaginative person before, but then I realized that when I am running I do come up with some things that I otherwise never thought I would have. This article talks about how they are related and how it works. It is a very interesting article.
1. http://authorunlimited.com/running-and-creativity/
This next article really made me think about the wide variety of conversations that my teammates and I have when we go out on a run. The first conversation is extremely different than the conversation that we end on.
2. https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/the-running-blog/2014/oct/30/running-writers-block-creative-process
This last article really hit home when it talked about technology. I am almost always on my phone or some type of social media, unfortunately. This really makes me want to test the theory out and see if my creative side will come out more if I am on my phone less.
3. http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2014-03-14/health/sc-health-0312-fitness-creative-decision-making-20140312_1_creativity-treadmill-environment
Traveling:
Before I even started school at Franklin College I remember telling my family that I did not want to go away for school and that I was definitely not going to travel abroad. Well, after the first semester of being here I changed my mind. I am now a Junior and in a few short months I will be traveling abroad to Guatemala. I cannot wait to travel and see what doors these opportunities will open for me.
1. http://greenhearttravel.org/travel-resources/6-reasons-why-traveling-abroad-is-important-for-young-people
This article talks about six different reasons why going abroad can benefit you. This article has made me even more excited to study abroad myself.
2.http://traveltips.usatoday.com/educational-benefits-travel-1901.html
This second article was an interesting one to read. It was short and simple. I cannot wait to see what new things I can bring back and teach my friends and family.
3. http://www.sydneybackpackers.com/advantage-of-travelling-around-the-world/
This last article for this theme is also very inspiring, especially the pictures on there. I cannot wait to meet new people, experience new things, and learn about different cultures and their ways.
Procrastination:
I chose procrastination as my theme for this week because that is all I have done. I have stayed up later than I normally like to on a week night just because I have pushed my homework back all week. I do not like the feeling of being tired and being nervous that I am not doing my work to my best ability because I am either tired or trying to rush and get it finished. This first article really opened up my eyes on what approaches to take when it comes to breaking this habit.
1. https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newHTE_96.htm
2. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2016/04/27/why-you-cant-help-read-this-article-about-procrastination-instead-of-doing-your-job/
3.http://www.nytimes.com/2016/01/17/opinion/sunday/why-i-taught-myself-to-procrastinate.html?_r=0
All three of these articles were great. It had different parts in them that we have already gone over in class which made it even more interesting to read. I think I need to figure out a happy-medium when it comes to procrastination now.
Recycling:
I have not been into recycling but recently it is something that has been on my mind. I think it is a very important thing that more people should know and be concerned about. I am trying to get more involved in recycling so that I can help the world and environments around me.
1.http://www.recycling-guide.org.uk/importance.html
2.http://www.conserve-energy-future.com/Importance_of_Recycling.php
3. http://www.recycling.co.uk/how-to-get-involved-in-recycling
How to Increase Your Creativity:
Before being taking this class I was convinced that I had no imagination and that I was not a very creative person. Now after a few weeks in the class I have realized that I am a little more creative than I thought I was. I actually noticed it on while making this post because I changed the title about three times and rewrote the first sentence twice.
1. http://99u.com/articles/16136/7-ways-to-boost-your-creativity
2.http://greatist.com/happiness/ways-to-boost-creativity
3.https://www.verywell.com/how-to-boost-your-creativity-2795046
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work:
There are times when I love working in groups and then there are other times where I do not enjoy it at all. I have learned over the last few years that no matter how much I do not enjoy working in groups I am going to have to get over it because that is how the real world is.
1.http://www.jongordon.com/positive-tip-team-member.html
2.http://www.time-management-guide.com/teamwork-tips.html
3https://blog.teamwork.com/10-ways-leaders-teams/.
Brainstorming:
This is a topic that I have been thinking about lately because there are different ideas that pop into my head and I am not sure what to do or how to advance my ideas.
1.https://www.mindtools.com/brainstm.html
2.http://www.computerworld.com/article/3106151/application-development/the-3-step-framework-for-brainstorming-like-a-googler.html
3.http://www.westcanadian.com/blog/2016/3/right-and-wrong-ways-to-brainstorm/
Music:
1.https://www.helpscout.net/blog/music-productivity/
2.http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/762/the-impact-of-listening-to-music-on-cognitive-performance
3.https://gradeslam.org/blog/does-listening-to-music-help-with-studying
How Stress can affect your Health:
1.https://www.apa.org/helpcenter/stress.aspx
2. http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20642595,00.html
3.http://www.stress.org.uk/how-it-affects-us/
Why Meditation is good for you:
1.http://www.artofliving.org/us-en/meditation/meditation-for-you/benefits-of-meditation
2. https://blog.bufferapp.com/how-meditation-affects-your-brain
3. http://lifehacker.com/what-happens-to-the-brain-when-you-meditate-and-how-it-1202533314
Daily Devotions:
I just started doing daily devotions the other day and i can already tell a defense in my attitude and the way that I carry myself. I am excited to see how these change my day to day life.
1.https://today.reframemedia.com/blog/why-young-couples-should-do-devotions-together
2. https://proverbs31.org/devotions/devo/when-worry-is-part-of-your-personality/
3.http://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/spiritual-growth/
Outgrowing Your Hometown:
My first year up at Franklin I was home sick all the time and I went home all the time. I am now a Junior here and I never want to go home. I feel like I have just outgrown my hometown.
1. https://www.theodysseyonline.com/11-signs-outgrown-hometown.
2.http://www.puckermob.com/lifestyle/you-know-homes-done-its-job-when-you-can-leave-it
3.http://www.your-inner-voice.com/Out-Growing-Your-Hometown.html
Owning your Own Business:
1. https://www.americanexpress.com/us/small-business/openforum/articles/17-hard-truths-about-owning-a-business/
2. http://www.inc.com/guides/201101/top-10-reasons-to-run-your-own-business.html
3. http://mywifequitherjob.com/the-tradeoffs-of-owning-your-own-business-vs-working-a-day-job/
Christmas Decorations:
I am aboslutely obsessed with Christmas and all the decorations that come with it!
1. http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/christmas-ideas/how-to/g2203/christmas-decoration-ideas/
2.http://www.hercampus.com/school/western-ontario/why-you-should-decorate-christmas-early
3. http://superheroyou.com/holiday-decorations/
How to Overcome Finals Week:
It is that time of the year again when the sweatpants and the messy hair come out because we are all under the stress of finals week.
1. https://news.fiu.edu/2013/12/8-study-tips-that-will-help-you-overcome-finals-week/70573
2.http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/30/final-exam-stress-10-ways_n_2212729.html
3.https://collegeinfogeek.com/final-exam-study-schedule/