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Your go-to blog for personal growth through virtual events, digital expereicences and online activities

This is your go-to space for inspiration, tips, and real conversations about trying new things, navigating change, personal growth, and everything in between. From motivational insights to behind-the-scenes stories from The Changing Booth, each post is designed to spark reflection, boost your confidence, and help you take empowered steps forward.

Take the leap, stay curious, and let’s grow together!

Two horses nuzzling over a barbed wire fence, one chestnut and the other black and white, on a snowy field. Peaceful mood.

Two horses nuzzling over a barbed wire fence, one chestnut and the other black and white, on a snowy field. Peaceful mood.

From Data to Dialogue: Online Experiences That Build Connection and Competence

When we think about self-improvement , we often split it into two lanes: skills and social life . One is for learning and growth; the...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Oct 135 min read

A baby tortoise emerging from its cracked egg, surrounded by sand. Its shell is white and gray, conveying a sense of new life.

A baby tortoise emerging from its cracked egg, surrounded by sand. Its shell is white and gray, conveying a sense of new life.

Self-Awareness in Action: 7 Digital Experiences That Spark Reflection and Growth

In a world that’s always pushing us to do more, self-awareness helps us understand who we really are — what drives us, what drains us,...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Oct 86 min read

Futuristic spaceship control room, dimly lit, with control panels and screens. A spaceship is visible through a window against starry space.

Futuristic spaceship control room, dimly lit, with control panels and screens. A spaceship is visible through a window against starry space.

10 Virtual Activities That Combine Learning, Community, and Exploration

When you're online, it’s easy to get stuck in a cycle of endless scrolling . But the internet holds so much more — especially when you...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Oct 25 min read

Futuristic landscape with spiky rock formations, green fields, and a bright light burst in the sky, creating an otherworldly scene.

Futuristic landscape with spiky rock formations, green fields, and a bright light burst in the sky, creating an otherworldly scene.

5 Free Metaverse Platforms to Visit from Your Laptop

The metaverse isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a new frontier for discovery, connection, and creativity. Whether you're curious about virtual...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jul 245 min read

Hands typing on a colorful RGB keyboard in a dimly lit gaming environment, with a bright blue background and a focused, intense mood.

Hands typing on a colorful RGB keyboard in a dimly lit gaming environment, with a bright blue background and a focused, intense mood.

10 Ways Hackathons Help You Get Hired - Even If You Don’t Win

Hackathons aren’t just for coders—and they’re definitely not just about winning. If you're job-hunting or aiming to build a better...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jul 225 min read

Colorful houses line a canal in Burano, Italy. Boats are docked along the water, and a person walks on the left. The sky is overcast.

Colorful houses line a canal in Burano, Italy. Boats are docked along the water, and a person walks on the left. The sky is overcast.

Connect, Create, and Contribute: Virtual Experiences That Make Life More Meaningful

When time is limited but your desire to make a difference is limitless, your screen can become a gateway to something greater. With the...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jul 176 min read

Laptop partially closed on a wooden desk, with a white wireless mouse and a modern white chair visible. Minimalist and tidy setup.

Laptop partially closed on a wooden desk, with a white wireless mouse and a modern white chair visible. Minimalist and tidy setup.

Be Productive and Purposeful: 10 Things to Do Online That Actually Matter

Scrolling endlessly doesn’t recharge you. Streaming another series won’t help you grow . But your free time? It’s powerful . Whether...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jul 156 min read

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Close-up of a backlit keyboard with glowing keys. Letters F, G, Y visible. Dark setting with a cool blue and white glow.

Write, Share, and Shine: Digital Spaces That Boost Your Voice and Confidence

Your voice matters—and the digital world is full of exciting, inclusive spaces where you can express yourself , connect with others , and...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jul 103 min read

Virtual Hackathon on July 25th. Blue gradient text on a dark background. Logos of ODSC and Google Cloud at the bottom.

Virtual Hackathon on July 25th. Blue gradient text on a dark background. Logos of ODSC and Google Cloud at the bottom.

The Coolest Way to Build Agentic AI Apps This Summer? Join ODSC’s Hottest Hackathon Yet 🔥

Whether you're a seasoned software developer, a curious college student, a product designer, or someone who’s never touched a line of code, the ODSC Google Cloud Hackathon is built for you.

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jul 96 min read

Yellow balloons with black smiley faces clustered together indoors. Soft light creates a cheerful, playful atmosphere. No text visible.

Yellow balloons with black smiley faces clustered together indoors. Soft light creates a cheerful, playful atmosphere. No text visible.

From Donating Skills to Spreading Joy: Online Ways to Help Others That Feel Good Too

In a world where we’re more connected than ever, helping others doesn’t have to mean hopping on a plane or even leaving your house....

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jul 84 min read

Creative Escapes: Online Experiences That Help You Unwind While Making Something Cool

Creative Escapes: Online Experiences That Help You Unwind While Making Something Cool

Creative Escapes: Online Experiences That Help You Unwind While Making Something Cool

Sometimes the best way to recharge is by creating something beautiful — even digitally. Whether it's folding paper, painting with light,...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jul 34 min read

Straw hat with sunglasses, a beach bag, and blue flip-flops on white sand, with turquoise ocean waves in the background. Relaxed mood.

Straw hat with sunglasses, a beach bag, and blue flip-flops on white sand, with turquoise ocean waves in the background. Relaxed mood.

Relax and Recharge: Virtual Activities That Feel Like a Mini-Vacation

In a fast-paced world, even five minutes of peace can feel like a luxury. But what if you could tap into tranquil, mind-expanding, or...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jul 15 min read

Person in a black and gray outfit lies curled up on a dark stage under a spotlight, creating a dramatic and solitary mood.

Person in a black and gray outfit lies curled up on a dark stage under a spotlight, creating a dramatic and solitary mood.

From Debate Games to Collaborative Storytelling: 5 Ways to Connect Creatively Online

In a world brimming with digital noise, it can be hard to find spaces that feel genuinely creative, collaborative, and uplifting. But...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jun 265 min read

Vibrant green and yellow rice terraces stretch across hilly terrain, with a river winding through. Small huts dot the lush landscape.

Vibrant green and yellow rice terraces stretch across hilly terrain, with a river winding through. Small huts dot the lush landscape.

From Gaming to Giving: 5 Impactful Digital Activities That Entertain and Empower

We often think of digital entertainment as pure distraction—but what if you could relax, play, and make a real-world impact all at once?...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jun 245 min read

Colorful HTML and JavaScript code on a black screen, featuring syntax highlighting in blue, orange, green, and white strings.

Colorful HTML and JavaScript code on a black screen, featuring syntax highlighting in blue, orange, green, and white strings.

From Code to Creativity: Online Tools That Teach AI, Data Science, and Design

In today's digital economy, creative thinking and technical fluency are no longer separate skill sets—they’re a powerful combination....

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jun 194 min read

7 Digital Activities That Build Real-World Skills

7 Digital Activities That Build Real-World Skills

7 Digital Activities That Build Real-World Skills

Feeling curious, creative, or ready to learn something new—without sitting through another dry tutorial? Digital platforms today are not...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jun 175 min read

A gloved hand holds a small tree sapling in a sunlit forest. People stand blurred in the background, suggesting a planting activity.

A gloved hand holds a small tree sapling in a sunlit forest. People stand blurred in the background, suggesting a planting activity.

Best Online Tools for Self-Growth: Free Tests, Courses, and Volunteering

In today’s fast-paced world, personal development isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a must. Whether you're looking to switch careers,...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jun 126 min read

Discover the best virtual hackathons happening in late 2025—from NASA’s global space challenge to GitLab’s open source sprint. Learn who can join, why it matters, and how to sign up.

Discover the best virtual hackathons happening in late 2025—from NASA’s global space challenge to GitLab’s open source sprint. Learn who can join, why it matters, and how to sign up.

The Best Virtual Hackathons You Can Join in 2025 (Part 2, Jul-Dec 2025)

Following the highly popular post The Best Virtual Hackathons You Can Join in 2025 , here comes another update—this time spotlighting...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jun 106 min read

Anatomical model on a gray background, showing internal organs and half of the skull. No text visible. The model is detailed and colorful.

Anatomical model on a gray background, showing internal organs and half of the skull. No text visible. The model is detailed and colorful.

Know Yourself, Grow Yourself: Online Tests and Tools for Self-Discovery

In a world that constantly tells you what to be, taking time to ask who you really are can be transformative. Self-discovery isn’t just...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jun 56 min read

Box filled with groceries: pasta, bottled water, cans, grains in bag. Set on wooden surface, yellow background.

Box filled with groceries: pasta, bottled water, cans, grains in bag. Set on wooden surface, yellow background.

Volunteer from Home: Support Mental Health, Education, and Global Causes

The internet isn’t just for streaming, scrolling, or shopping—it’s also a powerful tool for change, connection, and contribution ....

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Jun 36 min read

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