Looking for books or articles with inspiring stories of people overcoming anxiety or finding ways to use their anxiety to accomplish great things.
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posted by Shebear
on Nov 22, 2010 -
4 answers
What are must-see movies for photographers?
As a photographer I am constantly on the lookout for inspiration. Recently I saw
High Art, and was deeply moved by the way the movie conveyed a way of seeing, which I feel is now available as a direction for myself.
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posted by andreinla
on Nov 16, 2010 -
32 answers
I need things to draw, and I'm out of ideas. Where is a good place to find things to draw?
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posted by hellojed
on Nov 5, 2010 -
17 answers
Help me find examples of people who are trying to change the world by pursuing Big Ideas
TM.
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posted by lewistate
on Nov 1, 2010 -
15 answers
What are some good books / music / gifts for when you get out of rehab?
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posted by gauche
on Oct 18, 2010 -
4 answers
"Damn the torpedoes!"... without all the torpedoes? Help me find the right metaphor.
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posted by eleyna
on Aug 11, 2010 -
37 answers
Who do you follow on twitter that are motivational/inspirational? I am looking at Tony Robbins already.
posted by Wong Fei-hung
on Mar 30, 2010 -
9 answers
What museums have websites you can get lost in? What sites, other than wikipedia, can you lose yourself in, jumping all around until you look up and go "huh, what time is it?"
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posted by dame
on Mar 18, 2010 -
27 answers
I need to develop a program in the next 4 weeks that combines creativity with spirituality for a group of hospital execs. I'm thinking of using various surprising visual effects to challenge and inspire. Some themes might be the extraordinary in the ordinary, or looking closer at something to see what you missed the first time around.
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posted by cameradv
on Mar 11, 2010 -
4 answers
Where online can I find masterful montages for design reference and inspiration?
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posted by rahnefan
on Mar 9, 2010 -
6 answers
The story of Stuart Little is supposedly based on a dream E.B. White had while sleeping on a train. Can you give more examples of books that are directly based on an author's dreams (or nightmares)?
posted by iamisaid
on Jan 24, 2010 -
14 answers
College Inspiration Filter: what's the best way to guide students to get college/university paraphernalia (posters, pennants, pins, shirts, brochures, etc) to decorate a classroom? Details inside.
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posted by filthy light thief
on Jan 14, 2010 -
10 answers
Can you provide examples of adult women who are extremely short yet also beautiful at the same time?
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posted by datarose
on Jan 3, 2010 -
43 answers
I have cycles of creativity. The more stress or responsibility in my life the harder it is to achieve those creative places in my mind. I am looking for unusual, insightful and helpful ways to rekindle my creativity, in spite of any real or self made diversity I'm experiencing. Please don't hold back with your suggestions, I have personal projects and goals that require this passion and creativity, help!
posted by gypseefire
on Dec 27, 2009 -
23 answers
Help me find a good inspirational poem to frame as a Christmas gift for someone going through a hard time.
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posted by nataliecay
on Dec 16, 2009 -
18 answers
Trying to remember a specific quote about fear of success, and my google-fu is failing.
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posted by frwagon
on Nov 28, 2009 -
5 answers
I recently purchased a Nikon D5000 DSLR, and while I'd like to think that I have a bit of a photographer's eye, I really haven't used anything beyond a point-and-shoot for the last few years. Any advice or resources that people have (beyond reading the manual) to improve my skills would be awesome.
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posted by Political Funny Man
on Nov 2, 2009 -
14 answers
With NaNoWriMo looming ever nearer, I would like to hear your best tips, tricks, habits, and techniques for staying chained to the keyboard.
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posted by BitterOldPunk
on Oct 22, 2009 -
26 answers
I'm trying to track down a documentary I saw online years ago. Details are sketchy, but I remember either 8x8 or 16x16 pixel art animation - enlarged. I think they talked about Edison electrocuting an elephant, and many design and art related topics. Two people were narrating and I believe they worked for some kind of design firm. What is the name of, and for bonus points where can I find a copy of that film online?
posted by jeffmilner
on Oct 22, 2009 -
9 answers
I've recently begun work on a children's book. It is inspired by my granddaughter. I was wondering if anyone had any information on how to get a children's book published? Suggested Publishers? Also, any other information pertaining to this process, would be appreciated. ***I realize that children's books are a dime a dozen...but mine just
might be spectacular ;)***
posted by gypseefire
on Oct 17, 2009 -
4 answers
Hey artists and creative types! How do you get back at it when you've been out of the studio for a long time?
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posted by EatTheWeak
on Oct 6, 2009 -
14 answers
I just got a Lomo Fisheye 2 for my birthday! I am super excitemented. Hive, hit me with your bestest Lomo / fisheye tips and tricks!
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posted by t0astie
on Aug 23, 2009 -
5 answers
I can only write well when I'm inspired, and even then it's only at blog-post length. Any time I set out do something larger, my brain shuts down.
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posted by pauldonato
on May 6, 2009 -
43 answers
Holiday / Vacation Inspiration Needed !
A last minute opportunity for an Asian getaway has popped up !
I will be in Hong Kong, my travel destination will be ?????? >>>>> ????
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posted by doogyrev
on Apr 8, 2009 -
4 answers
I'm trying to expand my reference library. What are your favorite inspiring books (the kinds with photos/artwork in them?)
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posted by actionpact
on Apr 1, 2009 -
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I'm looking for books featuring (first hand) the creative processes, influences, daily routines and preparatory works of creative people - visual artists, film makers, novelists, poets etc.
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posted by fire&wings
on Mar 25, 2009 -
11 answers
I need some recommendations for music to unleash the creative writer within. I get my best writing (indeed, my best work of any sort) done when I put on massive headphones and close out the rest of the world. That said, silence makes me sad, so I need a soundtrack to drive the creative process.
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posted by roundrock
on Feb 26, 2009 -
24 answers
I'm looking for very sad and slightly spooky-sounding instrumental music. Nothing cheesy, though. What should I get?
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posted by katillathehun
on Jan 29, 2009 -
52 answers
Where do you go for page layout (for print materials) inspiration? Websites, books, anything? Extra difficulty - education material for children P-12 written by professionals.
posted by b33j
on Jan 15, 2009 -
3 answers
UnexpectedGapYearFilter: I've dropped out of my biochemistry course to go home and deal with my crippling depression. I've managed the going home bit... now what?
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posted by teraspawn
on Dec 3, 2008 -
23 answers
I am looking for videos online showing people's reactions to Obama's victory last Tuesday, especially those showing people weeping from joy, inspiration, or generally being overwhelmed by emotion.
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posted by Arthur "Two Sheds" Jackson
on Nov 9, 2008 -
5 answers
Help me identify famous people who were respected for putting up a good fight but still lost the (figurative) war.
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posted by metahawk
on Oct 27, 2008 -
36 answers
What are some films that celebrate life, liberty and the indomitable human spirit in the face of adversity?
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posted by UbuRoivas
on Sep 20, 2008 -
51 answers
My dad recently read
The Shack and really liked it. Can you recommend other books with a spiritual leaning (not necessarily Christian) that he might also like?
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posted by Metroid Baby
on Aug 25, 2008 -
9 answers
What are some songs about being disappointed, discouraged, but fighting back and continuing in the face of great difficulty, especially internal struggle.
Can be anything from Shostakovitch to Tito Puente - but bonus points for anything heavy rock-ish like punk/metal/hardcore or anything with distortion and power vocals, or just any type of song that's energizing.
posted by parallax7d
on Aug 5, 2008 -
75 answers
Can you recommend a summer program, August - Sept, for a bright 15 year old girl living in Queens, NYC? My niece is very smart, loves dance and theater and wants to excel academically. She's starting to make choices that aren't ideal, and (unrelated) do somewhat poorly in Math. I would love to find a program in Queens, or NYC for the month of August that can help her with school, inspire her and encourage her in the right direction. Help?!
posted by quiverandquill
on Jul 18, 2008 -
1 answer
Movie recommendations in which the main character gives up his/her own success or place in society to pursue an unpopular social cause or to help unpopular person or people. Bonus points for movies based on actual events.
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posted by strangeleftydoublethink
on Jun 23, 2008 -
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