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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!

A vibrant splash of colorful paint bursts from a computer screen in a bright studio. Paints, brushes, and color palettes are on the desk.

A vibrant splash of colorful paint bursts from a computer screen in a bright studio. Paints, brushes, and color palettes are on the desk.

TCB Review: Drench

🎨 DRENCH: A Surprisingly Tricky Online Game That Flexes Your Brain in Just a Few Clicks 🧠💦 🔗 Play DRENCH Now! Looking for a quick and...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 183 min read

Abstract illustration of a brain in green lines on a dark green background, featuring intricate patterns and textures. No text present.

Abstract illustration of a brain in green lines on a dark green background, featuring intricate patterns and textures. No text present.

10 Fascinating Online Psychology Courses You Can Take for Free

Have you ever wondered how your brain works, what drives your behavior, or how you can build better habits and relationships? Psychology...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 176 min read

A person relaxes on a large rock atop a mountain, surrounded by rugged green hills and stone cliffs, evoking a serene, adventurous mood.

A person relaxes on a large rock atop a mountain, surrounded by rugged green hills and stone cliffs, evoking a serene, adventurous mood.

How to Try Something New Without Feeling Overwhelmed

Trying something new is one of the best ways to grow, stay curious, and keep life exciting. It opens the door to unexpected passions,...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 165 min read

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Close-up of black typewriter keys in soft focus, arranged diagonally. Black and white photo with a vintage, nostalgic feel.

7 Online Creative Writing Courses for Aspiring Authors

Do you dream of writing novels, short stories, or captivating essays—but aren’t sure where to begin? Whether you’ve had a story in your...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 155 min read

Misty sunrise over lush green fields, framed by tall palm trees and distant mountains. The sky is a soft orange, creating a tranquil vibe.

Misty sunrise over lush green fields, framed by tall palm trees and distant mountains. The sky is a soft orange, creating a tranquil vibe.

How to Embrace Change and Thrive in Uncertain Times

Change is one of life’s only constants—and yet, it often catches us off guard. Whether it’s a career shift, a personal loss, a global...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 145 min read

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Desktop setup with a monitor displaying a lush mountain landscape. Bright sunrise, green pines, flowing river. Speaker, keyboard, mouse present.

TCB Review: Pixel Thoughts

🌌 Clear Your Mind in 60 Seconds with Pixel Thoughts: A Quick, Poetic Digital Escape 🧘‍♂️✨ Looking for new things to do online that are...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 113 min read

Delicate paper flowers suspended in a sunlit room with arched windows, creating a dreamy, ethereal atmosphere.

Delicate paper flowers suspended in a sunlit room with arched windows, creating a dreamy, ethereal atmosphere.

Best Online Communities for Creative Thinkers

Creativity isn’t just a spark—it’s a fire that needs the right environment to grow. If you're someone who lives to create, solve...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 105 min read

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Person kayaking in a yellow kayak on a calm blue lake, surrounded by rocky cliffs under a clear sky, evoking a serene outdoor adventure.

How to Master the Art of Letting Go and Find Inner Peace

Letting go is one of the hardest, most powerful things we can learn to do. Whether it's releasing old habits, outdated beliefs, painful...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 94 min read

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Navy blue notebook with gold corners, a matching pen, and round gold-rimmed glasses on a dark blue background. Minimalistic and elegant.

Unlock Your Creativity: 3 Writing Contests to Enter in 2025

Have a story burning inside you? A poem you've been scribbling on napkins? A personal essay waiting to be told? 2025 is your year to...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 85 min read

How to Make Time for What Truly Matters in a Busy World

How to Make Time for What Truly Matters in a Busy World

How to Make Time for What Truly Matters in a Busy World

In today’s fast-paced, always-on digital world, it’s easy to feel like there’s never enough time. Between work, family, social...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 73 min read

TCB Review: O*NET Interest Profiler

TCB Review: O*NET Interest Profiler

TCB Review: O*NET Interest Profiler

🎯 Find Your Perfect Career Fit with O*NET Interest Profiler: A Review of an Inspirational Online Tool 💻✨ Looking for new activities to...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 44 min read

Two people stand behind a laptop on a white table, in a purple-lit room. One wears a shirt, the other a hoodie. The scene is calm.

Two people stand behind a laptop on a white table, in a purple-lit room. One wears a shirt, the other a hoodie. The scene is calm.

6 Free Personality Tests to Discover Your Strengths and Style

Self-awareness is a powerful catalyst for transformation. When you understand your personality traits, motivations, communication styles,...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 34 min read

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Yellow flowers with thin green stems bloom against a clear blue sky, creating a vibrant, sunny atmosphere.

How to Turn Small Daily Habits into Major Life Transformations

We often think that life changes happen in dramatic moments—like quitting a job, moving to a new city, or suddenly discovering your...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 25 min read

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Four wall clocks show different times for London, New York, Tokyo, and Moscow on a plain white background.

10 Free Political Science Courses You Can Take Online

Curious about politics, leadership, diplomacy, and international relations ? 🗳️🌍🤝 You don’t need a formal political science degree to...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Apr 17 min read

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Car on a winding road through lush green mountains with cloudy skies. Rugged peaks and greenery create a serene, natural scene.

How to Find Balance Between Hustle and Self-Care

In a world that celebrates grind culture and productivity , it’s easy to feel like you're constantly behind. Every day can become a to-do...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Mar 314 min read

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Boats on blue water with Sugarloaf Mountain in the background under a clear sky. White buildings line the shore, creating a serene scene.

How to Keep Life Exciting by Exploring New Opportunities

Life can sometimes feel repetitive, but it doesn’t have to be . The secret to keeping life exciting is staying curious, open, and willing...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Mar 285 min read

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Close-up of a cymbal and drum with crossed wooden drumsticks. The cymbal is shiny and grooved, the background is black.

7 Digital Tools That Can Help You Learn a Musical Instrument

Have you ever dreamed of playing guitar, composing your own beats, or jamming on a piano—but felt unsure where to start? Learning music...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Mar 275 min read

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Smooth pebble on white sand with raked concentric circles around it, creating a serene, minimalist zen garden ambiance.

How to Find Life-Changing Online Retreats for Mind and Body Wellness

In today’s fast-paced digital world, finding time to focus on personal well-being can be challenging. Between work, responsibilities,...

Sam Booth Jacobsen

Mar 265 min read

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