Lesson 5 – Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams is a collaborative communication and teamwork platform developed by Microsoft Corporation. It is designed to facilitate real-time collaboration, communication, and file sharing among individuals and teams within organizations. Microsoft Teams is part of the Microsoft 365 suite of productivity tools and is widely used by businesses, educational institutions, and other groups for remote…

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Lesson 2 – Braiding for Impact: Building and Maintaining Relationships

Collaboration truly is the key to success, both personally and professionally. Mother Teresa said, “I can do things you cannot, you can do things I cannot; together we can do great things.” As specialized skills become more prevalent, collaboration becomes increasingly vital. But what exactly is collaboration? Despite being a corporate buzzword, collaboration in the…

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Lesson 1b – Graphic Design Foundations – Layout and Composition

Graphic design is a fascinating field that plays a vital role in our daily lives. In this lesson, we’ll explore what graphic design is, its importance, and its various aspects.  Graphic design is the art and practice of visual communication. It involves using visual elements like images, typography, and color to convey a message or…

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Lesson 2a – Internet Research

Internet research is the practice of using Internet information, especially free information on the World Wide Web, or Internet-based resources in research. Internet research has had a profound impact on the way ideas are formed and knowledge is created. Internet-based research method refers to any research method that uses the Internet to collect data. Most commonly,…

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Lesson 6 – Divinity

The last section in the book is Divinity, and its concept is woven into the fabric of creative living. Gilbert suggests that creativity has a mystical and divine quality, often transcending human understanding. She encourages readers to view creativity as a sacred and spiritual endeavour, a partnership between human effort and a higher, unknowable source…

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Lesson 5 – Trust

Section Five is all about Trust. In “Big Magic” by Elizabeth Gilbert, trust is a central theme that underscores the author’s philosophy on creative living. Gilbert encourages readers to trust in the creative process and to trust in their own abilities as creators. She suggests that ideas and inspiration are their own entities, seeking human…

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Lesson 4 – Persistence

Today, we’re going to… You guessed it! 🙂 We will read Section Four of the book Persistence. This book celebrates persistence as an essential quality for creative living. Gilbert emphasizes that creativity is a long-term commitment that requires dedication and resilience. She encourages readers to persist in their creative pursuits, even when faced with challenges,…

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Lesson 3 – Permission

So, how are you enjoying the book so far? Today, we will read Section Three of the book Permission. In the book, the concept of permission plays a pivotal role in the context of creative living. Liz encourages us to give ourselves permission to create without seeking external validation or approval. She emphasizes that waiting…

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Lesson 2 – Enchantment

How was your first day? Did you enjoy that section of Big Magic? Today, we will read Section Two of the book Enchantment. In “Big Magic,” enchantment is a central theme that encourages readers to approach creativity with a sense of wonder and fascination. Gilbert invites us to see the world as a place filled…

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Lesson 1 – Courage

We’re now going to dive into your book, Big Magic. The book has six sections, and we will read one section daily as part of this module. This book’s first section is called Courage, and the author, Elizabeth Gilbert, sees this as an essential component of living a creative and fulfilling life. Gilbert encourages readers…

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