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TCB Blog
Your guide to personal growth through digital activities and virtual experiences. Discover online opportunities, explore new skills, and transform how you engage with the Internet.
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.
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Take the leap, stay curious, and let’s grow together!


TCB Review: Impersona
đŹ Get Out of Your Head and Into CharacterâOne Strange Conversation at a Time Ever feel like escaping your everyday personality for a moment? đ¤ Impersona.Chat is your chance to do just thatâby stepping into someone completely  different. Whether youâre roleplaying as a Shakespearean bard, a sci-fi robot đ¤, or a 1920s gangster đ¸, this quirky little site invites you to chat as someone else... and meet people doing the same. Itâs weird (in the best way), fun, and surprising

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Dec 10, 20253 min read
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7 Unexpected Ways to Explore Mythology and History â Without Leaving Home
If youâve ever wished you could explore ancient myths đ, legendary civilizations đď¸, or world history đâbut didnât know where to startâthis post is for you. Mythology and history arenât just subjects in school. Theyâre pathways to self-discovery , creativity , and purposeful curiosity , especially when explored through meaningful digital experiences. Every activity below helps you use your online time with intentionâgrowing your imagination, expanding your worldview, and r

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Dec 9, 20255 min read
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TCB Review: Google Arts & Culture Play
đšď¸ Where Art Becomes Play and Culture Comes Alive If youâve ever wished art felt more alive , more interactive , and less like something you just âviewââ Google Arts & Culture : Play might just be your new favorite digital discovery. Forget dry museum tours and text-heavy pages. This platform flips the script by transforming global art and heritage into games, puzzles, dances, and challenges . Whether youâre molding virtual pottery, coloring iconic paintings, or linking emot

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Dec 8, 20253 min read
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TCB Review: WeaveSilk
đ¨ Relax, Create, and Let Your Mind Wander in a Symmetrical Galaxy of Color Have you ever wanted to doodle đď¸ something that felt more like a galaxy đ than a scribble? WeaveSilk isnât just another drawing tool. Itâs a calming, interactive space where symmetry meets creativity . Whether you're zoning out after a long day, experimenting with digital art đźď¸, or just want something beautiful to share, this dreamy platform will surprise you with what youâre able to createâwith

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Dec 5, 20253 min read
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6 Tech Activities for Beginners: Learn Valuable Skills with Real Impact
If youâre looking for tech activities for beginners  that actually mean  somethingâbeyond scrolling, beyond passive consumptionâthis list is for you. Each of these online tools helps you: đť build real digital skills , đ§ feel more confident with technology , and đŻ use your online time with purpose  instead of autopilot. From digital literacy and data skills to coding, creativity, and virtual museum tours, these experiences support people who want to create a better life thr

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Dec 4, 20256 min read
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TCB Review: Pre-Health Shadowing
𩺠A Virtual Window Into Healthcare Careers If youâve ever been curious about working in healthcare but didnât know where to start, Pre-Health Shadowing  is a powerful, accessible stepping stone đ. Shadowing healthcare professionals is a core part of applying to medical school in the U.S.â but itâs not always easy to find someone to follow around a hospital. Thatâs where this free , student-led nonprofit platform comes in. Born during COVID-19 as a solution to halted in-pers

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Dec 3, 20254 min read
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The Ultimate Guide to the Best, Free Hackathons in 2026 (Full Year)
Think hackathons are only for elite programmers? Think again. ⨠The best hackathons in 2026 welcome complete beginners, offer free workshops, provide mentors, and give you everything you need to build something real - even if you've never written a line of code. đ If youâve ever wanted to pick up new tech skills, meet creative people, or build something youâre genuinely proud of, global virtual hackathons are one of the easiest, cheapest and most rewarding ways to start . Y

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Dec 2, 202510 min read
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TCB Review: Folding Story
âď¸ Write, fold, pass: Craft community stories, one line at the time đ§ đŹ Looking for a lighthearted, collaborative way to flex your creativity online? FoldingStory  is a quirky and delightful storytelling game that lets you write one line at a time , then fold and pass  to the next player. It's the digital version of that classic game you probably played as a kid â now with a competitive twist and global reach . Whether you're in it to tell an epic tale, flex your funny bon

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Dec 1, 20253 min read
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TCB Review: NASA Glenn Research Center
đ Explore Space From Your Couch: NASA Glenn Virtual Tours Review Ever wonder what actually goes on behind the scenes of space exploration ? đ The NASA Glenn Research Center Virtual Tours  offer a rare, insider look at some of the most fascinating tech and testing facilities on Earth â and you donât even have to leave your couch. These immersive, 360-degree tours are perfect for anyone who's ever looked up at the sky and thought, how do they make this all happen? đ Try it

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Nov 28, 20253 min read
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If You Loved The Sims Growing Up, Youâll Love the Metaverse (Even Without VR)
đŽ If you grew up rearranging virtual furniture at 2 a.m., building dream houses youâd never actually live in, or giving your Sims deeply chaotic backstories for no logical reason⌠this is for you . This is for the millennial who once spent entire weekends designing the perfect kitchen tile pattern, testing out hairstyles they were too shy to try in real life, or watching the little green plumbob glow proudly above their Simâs head after they got promoted because you made h

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Nov 27, 20257 min read
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TCB Review: A Number from the Ghost
đ Step Into a Surreal Soundworld with A Number From the Ghostđľ Looking for something thatâs not a game, not a movie, not a concert - but a little bit of everything ? đ§đŽ A Number From the Ghost  is one of the most surreal interactive music experiences one can encounter online. Itâs like being stuck inside someone elseâs vivid dream (or nightmare). Every moment is steeped in slight confusion (" What is going on ") alongside wonder (" This is pretty cool ") and playfulness (

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Nov 26, 20254 min read
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For the Chronically Online: 4 Travel Platforms that Push you to Explore the Offline World
We get itâyouâre always online. Your tabs are endless, your notifications never stop, and your screen time is... letâs not talk about it. But what if your screen didnât just trap youâwhat if it transported  you? This post is for the digitally overloaded: the wanderlust-filled web scrollers who need more than a new feed to refresh their minds. These four online travel tools wonât just tempt you to unplugâthey might actually inspire your next real-world adventure. â¨So, don't fo

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Nov 25, 20254 min read
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TCB Review: Keirsey temperament test
đ§ TCB Review: Discover Your Personality Type with the Keirsey Temperament Sorter Ever wonder why  you click with certain people or gravitate toward specific types of work ? The Keirsey Temperament Sorter  is a popular personality test that helps you understand how you move through the worldâand why it matters. Based on the Myers-Briggs framework but with its own unique flavor, itâs a great way to explore what makes you, you . đ Take the Keirsey Temperament Sorter here đ T

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Nov 24, 20253 min read
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TCB Review: Implicit Association Test
Want to learn something new about yourselfâsomething most people never  stop to consider? đ¤ Harvardâs Implicit Association Test (IAT)  is a powerful (and sometimes uncomfortable) tool to explore unconscious biases you may not even know you have. Itâs free, educational, and eye-openingâand while it wonât give you a â score â to brag about, it will  give you something to think about . đ đ Try it now! Visit The Changing Booth  for more meaningful digital activities. AFFILIATE

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Nov 21, 20253 min read
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How to Create a Winning Strategy for Hackathon Success
Hackathons are intense, inspiring , and often life-changing . Whether you're there to build something cool , meet like-minded people , or challenge yourself in a new environment , a hackathon offers one of the fastest ways to grow your skills and confidence đ. But if youâre wondering how to actually succeed  at oneâespecially if itâs your first timeâthis guide will help you prepare , participate , and power through with purpose . From pre-event planning to post-hack strate

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Nov 20, 20255 min read
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TCB Review: What Career is Right for me
đŻ A Self-Reflective Career Aptitude Test đź If you're in the middle of a career pivot, feeling stuck at work, or just plain curious about your skill set, this quick and free career aptitude test  might give you a gentle nudge in the right direction. Itâs not a magic 8-ball đŽâand it doesnât pretend to beâbut it does  offer thoughtful, data-driven suggestions based on your responses. Think of it as a friendly nudge toward career clarity, especially if youâre craving something

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Nov 19, 20253 min read
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4 Online Games That Strengthen Your Communication Skills
Want to get better at expressing yourself, thinking on your feet, or understanding others? You donât need a classroom or a textbook to build strong communication skillsâyou just need the right game đŽ. Whether you're a creative thinker, problem-solver, or quiet observer ready to speak up more, these 4 online games offer fun, surprising ways to improve how you communicateâall while enjoying yourself from home. Letâs explore games that sharpen your listening, storytelling, voca

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Nov 18, 20254 min read
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TCB Review: Online Escape Room
đ§Š Crack the Code: A Fun Review of Online Escape Rooms đľď¸ If you're looking for a way to challenge your brain đ§ , connect with friends đĽ, or just do something different  this week, hereâs a fun pick: online escape rooms you can play from anywhere . These games are perfect for testing your deductive reasoning, teamwork, and patience (yes, even with your favorite people đ
). We tried one of the free options - and trust us - even the âeasyâ version had us second guessing our s

Sam Booth Jacobsen
Nov 17, 20253 min read
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