Can AI be truly creative?
As recently as a few years ago, questioning whether or not AI can be creative would have felt like something of a niche query. But now, with the rising popularity and increasing power of AI tools in daily life, it has become a more frequent and pressing concern. Creativity has always seemed to be the […]
How to find focus in a busy world
In our busy, overstimulated world, finding focus can be a huge challenge. In fact, given the rise of burnout and stress – dwindling focus might just be the most common problem faced in the workplace today. Whether it’s getting on with mundane tasks or undertaking a creative project, focus is always necessary to achieve our […]
What is Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) – and what does it mean for our future?
Most of us now know that “AI” refers to artificial intelligence. Over the last few years, an increasing number of AI tools have solidified our familiarity with the idea of machine learning. In fact, considering the ongoing popularity of virtual assistants such as Alexa and the recent explosion of chatbot tool ChatGPT, it would be […]
How will AI transform education for neurodiverse students?
Every classroom across the world has one thing in common: variety. Wherever there is a group of students, you will find a range of talents, aptitudes and perspectives. This is a wonderful thing. After all, variety is the spice of life – and you don’t get harmony when everyone sings the same note. And yet, […]
Are you a busy fool? 5 ways to work smarter, not harder
Work in the modern landscape is complicated. While technology has made so many things easier, it has also created some unforeseen challenges. The rise of flexible work has worsened boundaries between our work lives and personal lives; our reliance on devices means communication is omnipresent; and with so many different apps available, many people spend […]
The role of the subconscious mind in creativity
Creativity can be a slippery thing, but there’s no denying its importance in society. In fact, many would argue that creativity is the defining human trait – the very thing which has propelled our continual advancement through ingenuity, invention, and discovery. Creativity plays a huge role in our lives – aiding in everything from achieving […]
How to create micro-habits in order to reach macro goals
When it comes to our daily lives, we like to believe that we’re in control. That we’re making conscious choices and thus shaping the events and outcomes which follow. It’s natural that we want to feel this way – to see ourselves as masters of our own lives is empowering. But unfortunately, it’s rarely entirely true.
Five ways to combat groupthink while working remotely
Groupthink has long been a challenge for teams looking to be creative. The term refers to a psychological phenomenon whereby a group of people (often colleagues) agree with one another even when they don’t truly agree with the ideas being expressed by the whole. This occurs because the members of the group prize a state […]
National Stress Awareness Day: Finding New Ways To Cope
Stress is an unavoidable part of human life. All of us, at some point or other, will experience it. However, this doesn’t mean we should accept it as a normal feature in our daily lives, or stop taking steps to address it when it does appear. National Stress Awareness Day is so important in removing […]
Student Services – Discover Those Which Can Support You
Being a student is a unique and wonderful experience, but it also comes with a lot of pressure. Between juggling studies, social life and other day-to-day activities, keeping all the plates spinning often leads to stress and overwhelm. So many students are unaware of the many student support services available to help them make the […]