Passion project

There’s a Japanese word called “Ikigai,” which means “a reason for being,” and which aligns perfectly with the idea of...

With a little help from technology, a young filmmaker, musician, writer, or artist can pursue their work like a pro.

Amanda | Personal Growth Educator on Instagram: "You're probably familiar with the "to do list", but did you know you can make lists in all different areas of your life? ⬆️ Swipe through to see 6 different lists I regularly add to that improve my life. And try one out yourself! Throw it in a bullet journal, your Notes app, or any old notebook you have lying around! ⁣ Which one will you try? ☀️ Follow @amandasimplywell for more on personal growth, passion projects and goal setting. 📌 Save…

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Every significant change, every forward movement, and every leap towards progress starts with a single step. That step is the decision you make to initiate change. Whether it’s breaking a habit, starting a new project, or simply changing your mindset, the initial push comes from within. It’s easy to wait for external factors to propel us forward, but true momentum is self-generated. It’s the energy you create when you commit to a goal, the drive you feel when you’re passionate about…

The idea of passion projects is not new. However, the idea of the passion project being the medicine we need during tough or uncertain times is an idea that becomes relevant and clearer as we move forward year after year. I was having a conversation with teacher friend, and we talked about the impor

Passion Projects were a staple in my gifted enrichment classroom in the 1970s. Back in those days, we called them Type III enrichment activities (Renzulli Enrichment Model) or Independent Studies. But thankfully, things changed as general education has embraced the concepts of thinking skills, creative production, and talent development. Today we see these activities implemented in all types of classrooms through Genius Hour, Passion Projects, and Maker Spaces. Whatever title you choose to…

Want to implement passion projects but not sure where to begin? Read about a few ways to get started without being overwhelmed.