Inspired by
this post, I'm working on my own "go-to" salad that I'll always be able to make. The criteria are:
"fresh ingredients you can get in most stores, which you will never tire of, and can eat twice a week for the rest of your life." Do you have a "go-to" salad or something similar? - I'm looking for inspiration here so the more unusual/personal the better!
posted by Another Fine Product From The Nonsense Factory
on Mar 31, 2013 -
71 answers
When I'm racing to meet a writing deadline, I feel a sense of exhilaration, momentum, and flow. How can achieve that state on a regular basis so I can make steady progress on my writing?
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posted by incandescentman
on Feb 27, 2013 -
17 answers
I love to stop and draw when I take walks in New York. I'm inspired by architectural details and monumental perspective, contrasts of space and light. Usually I wander aimlessly until I find an interesting spot to sit with my sketchbook, but that's a bit tougher when it's 20 degrees outside. I'm in the process of setting up weekly sketching adventures with a novice artist friend, and I feel there should be some planning involved. Help me compile a list of potentially inspiring places we can sit and sketch in the city without our fingers freezing off.
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posted by alight
on Jan 27, 2013 -
8 answers
Hi all,
Does anyone have any favorite websites they go to when they need a "pick-me-up" or some confidence? I tend to get stressed before leaving for work in the morning and I think a little motivational reading might help.
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posted by WinterSolstice
on Jan 10, 2013 -
6 answers
Straightforward question. I have the following ideas about what I would like out of job, but is there actually a career that can tie them all togther?
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posted by fishingforthewhale
on Jan 7, 2013 -
5 answers
Need some tips and pointers, such as those based on personal stories and experiences, regarding getting out of a deep, deep hole of endless darkness and hopelessness when the universe seems to be hell bent on bringing you down to your knees...
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posted by xm
on Dec 29, 2012 -
10 answers
CHALLENGE TIME! You are lent some expensive, professional grade video equipment for 18 hours and told that you may use it as you see fit in the time you have. Assuming little to no preparation beforehand, what do you do and/or film with it? Ideally you'd like the owner (or anyone else who sees your work) to be mildly impressed, knowing that you have no actual solo film making experience whatsoever.
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posted by Seiten Taisei
on Oct 17, 2012 -
14 answers
In the past 24 hours I've discovered that both of my "million dollar" ideas (for websites/services/apps) are already out there and established. To me, these weren't just "good ideas", they were "innovations" I was emotionally invested in and slowly working towards. How do I move on? (in two parts)
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posted by itesser
on Aug 30, 2012 -
26 answers
Please recommend books or blogs that document full/near-full recovery and rehabilitation after an injury.
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posted by mimo
on Aug 28, 2012 -
7 answers
Help me find some inspiring examples of individuals who floundered and failed through their young adulthood, but ultimately obtained success and/or happiness (either by their own or society's definition).
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posted by lordcorvid
on Jul 1, 2012 -
18 answers
I'm doing research for an artistic work exploring the theme of suicide, and I seek 1) a particular recent article arguing that life is not worth living and 2) the most provocative, interesting works on suicide from artistic, philosophical, social science, journalistic, religious or medical perspectives.
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posted by reren
on Jun 30, 2012 -
9 answers
I'm not an artist by any stretch, but I recently discovered that I kind of like painting with acrylics-- and I've badly needed a hobby for a while now. But I also need inspiration and so I'm looking for images that I can use as examples, but that I can make my own. For example, I really liked
this and so my very first (and so far only) painting was this (
1,
2). I'm liking very geometrical or line-based repeating patterns that are either brightly multi-colored or monochromatic designs, but even though I have rulers and compasses, I also have a very unsteady hand so the design has to be kind of forgiving. Can you help me find images or sites where I might be able to find an idea for my next one?
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posted by mireille
on May 18, 2012 -
18 answers
I am a Systems Engineer. I work with models and simulations and do a lot of work with Excel and Bespoke modelling tools and massive massive piles of data. I'm pretty good at it, most of the time.
But, what else could I do (preferably in or near London) ?
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posted by Just this guy, y'know
on May 17, 2012 -
3 answers
What are the books and films that The Hunger Games
rips off pays homage to?
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posted by zardoz
on Mar 23, 2012 -
36 answers
I used to take pictures a ton, but I'm working all the time now. I want to try and go out and shoot photos during my lunch break & after work (near Montgomery St. Station).
I'm looking for suggestions of good photogenic or interesting places in San Francisco to go that would help me jumpstart my old hobby.
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posted by ejfox
on Feb 22, 2012 -
17 answers
How do I get my artistic inspiration/mojo back? I have 3 primary artistic outlets: pottery, photography/videography and writing (primarily about my travels and linked to the photography. I seem to be crap at all of them and can't get back in the zone.
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posted by YukonQuirm
on Feb 19, 2012 -
12 answers
I would like to photograph what it feels like to be hugged (be the huggee). I'm looking for inspiration. Have you ever seen a photo or film shot that captures this feeling?
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posted by brynnwood
on Jan 9, 2012 -
8 answers
I desire a new bag. Something sturdy to carry my laptop* and books in. Something I can easily kart around on my bicycle (on my back, shoulder, or otherwise a flexible paneer). I'm based in London, UK. Budget floating around £100ish. Give me inspiration people!
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posted by 0bvious
on Jan 3, 2012 -
18 answers
When playing sports, I don't handle the "drill sergeant" personality well, at all. How do I change myself?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 30, 2011 -
15 answers
My wife is starting a new blog to kick off the new year, and it's going to be based on an idea that revolves around inspirational quotes, one a week throughout 2012. My daughter and I are in charge of finding the quotes. Care to donate one?
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posted by Bobby Bittman
on Dec 26, 2011 -
29 answers
I have sputtered down into a rather listless scary hopeless state. I have depression which I am being treated for. My question... What has gotten you up or moving ahead when in the darkest pit? I am taking things about 1 hr at a time right now and was doing conventional things as best I could like exercise and spiritual things, but it is like a watch that has stopped. I guess I want to know what has helped you, no matter how tangential it may seem. I appreciate your time and responses. (I suspect there may have been other links on MeFi over the years on this as this is the human condition and I apologize in advance if it seems like I have been to lazy to look. It has taken me 1 hr to even compose this question.)
posted by snap_dragon
on Dec 4, 2011 -
28 answers
I'm looking for inspirational stories of people with a vision they're passionate about, and the work ethic to accomplish what they set out to. Tales that make you come away thinking "Yes, that is how I want to be living my life" and charge you up for the work you're doing. They don't have to be people you'd generally admire or seek to emulate - whatever their goals, it's that spark/drive/dedication/grit I'm most interested in.
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posted by ChristopherS
on Nov 5, 2011 -
10 answers
Are there any other folkloric/religious/mythological beings/concepts other than the Muses who preside over or rule inspiration or creativity?
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posted by The Whelk
on Sep 20, 2011 -
14 answers
I'm out of the loop. The first I heard about
Jack Layton and
Paul Wellstone and
John Smith was when they died. Help a working mama out: who are the inspiring leaders who aren't dead yet? Obviously I skew Anglophone in my language constraints and bleeding-heart liberal in my politics, but I'm interested in hearing about anyone anywhere who seems compassionate and competent... so far.
posted by rdc
on Aug 26, 2011 -
24 answers
What rap songs do you recommend that are about hardship and positive? I prefer recent songs.
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posted by blueshok
on Aug 12, 2011 -
29 answers
I'm a solo UI designer for an ad agency & I'm looking for good website or blogs that'll inspire me to make cool & effective user interfaces. Individual websites are cool & all ,but what I'm really looking for are sites like
TheFWA or
SmashingMagazine that curate cool designs.
Bonus points for sites that look at e-commerce websites.
Fellow web designers: Where do you get inspiration?
posted by cuando
on Jul 20, 2011 -
6 answers
What are the best biographies/autobiographies/memoirs/novels for inspiration and psyching up?
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posted by 3491again
on Jul 18, 2011 -
8 answers
A few years ago I used go through a book in a day, was drawing constantly, writing for fun and was becoming halfway decent at the guitar. Now I can barely get around to reading the first chapter, haven't even written a page nor drawn anything in the last few years and my guitar has been gathering dust. What happened to me and how do I get my mojo back?
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posted by CreativeUsername
on Jul 14, 2011 -
18 answers
I'm looking to find examples of and ideas for some inspirational training for young execs. Please hope me.
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posted by MuffinMan
on Jun 24, 2011 -
4 answers
Is there a blog that highlights the courageous life of someone on a daily basis in an easily readable format?
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posted by fantasticninety
on Jun 11, 2011 -
2 answers
How do I recapture the type of inspiration and creative energy I had when I was younger? And how do I balance paid creative work with personal?
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posted by hamandcheese
on May 3, 2011 -
13 answers
What's the most interesting thing I can do in a couple hours in Tampa, Florida?
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posted by medusa
on Mar 24, 2011 -
7 answers
What sort of sensory things - tastes, smells, sounds, you know the deal - are reminiscent or representative of San Francisco?
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posted by divabat
on Jan 30, 2011 -
45 answers
I need Da Vinci-like journals for inspiration. Is there a site/community that features these types of journals?
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posted by pulled_levers
on Jan 17, 2011 -
6 answers
Looking for books that will encourage me to go to the gym. I am making it once a week, sometimes twice. I am okay with memoirs or fitness books. Your own stories or tidbits of advice are helpful, too. Bill Phillips _Transformation_ has a useful chapter as does his older book _Body for Life_. Luckily I work in a library and am the location now. Sooooo, your thoughts, and I will look on the shelves. I have great books on home on what exercises to do, just not things on getting me up and running. (The 30 pounds of fat are getting to me.). BTW, Happy Holidays.
posted by snap_dragon
on Dec 19, 2010 -
21 answers
I just built my
workbench, and now I want to take on some fun DIY projects. Where can I find a good collection of fun projects for inspiration?
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posted by nitsuj
on Dec 9, 2010 -
4 answers
