Category: elearning

Mindfully Creative Infographic

Posted on by Maria Bo in content creation, design, elearning, mindfulness

There are many ways to be creative. I have suggested here just a few that you can get started with. You do not need to be an “artist” or professional of any kind to engage in creativity. I believe we are all creative. The idea is to anchor your mind in the present moment and keep you fully and 100% engaged in the activity. If you find your mind wanders off, acknowledge it and then steer it back to your activity. Being creative is an effective way of staying in the present moment as our brain so easily drifts off into the past and the future. The goal is to leave the “doing” mode (automatic pilot) and be in the “being” mode of the moment, allowing ourselves to rest from stress. Notice how you feel during the process of creating and then how you feel about what you created. Celebrate your results – there is no good or bad results, only the reward of finding out you are creative. In my next post, I will share an example of a digital montage I made using the collage idea.

infographic of mindfully creative

Online Learning Styles Infographic

Posted on by Maria Bo in design, elearning

Next time you set out on a learning endeavour, think about the ways in which you learn best. We all have learning styles that we prefer over others. Although I learn through all styles, my strongest learning happens while doing. Do you have one learning style that you have recognized to be stronger than the others?

I have revamped a previous infographic to match the design and style of the new ones, and this time I also added visuals.

Infographic of online learning styles

Autism Challenges Infographic

Posted on by Maria Bo in content creation, design, elearning, Health

I will continue to design a variety of infographics that align with the themes and values of Careful Crafters. They will all carry a similar style as the last two, each with a different colour.

I decided to put together a simplified version of some of the challenges I face with being (diagnosed) neurodivergent and likely autistic. Although there are many more challenges, these are the ones that seem to be the most prevalent for me on a daily basis, and why I “don’t work” in the work sector like others do. Explaining my experience to people, has also been challenging and so sometimes it’s just easier to give them something to look at. I am also doing this to remove any stigma that comes with autism; I am not incapable, I just operate differently than other people. While this infographic looks at the challenges, I will produce another that looks at some of the qualities that comes with autism. I hope that by producing this infographic to communicate on behalf of my own challenges, that it also helps someone else. For more read my blog post: Learning with an Invisible Disability

Forest Bath Infographic

Posted on by Maria Bo in content creation, design, elearning

Enjoy this infographic I made on forest bathing. If you need an infographic for your project, feel free to reach out.

Forest bathing / eco therapy is a combination of nature walking and mindful practice. From my personal experience, I recommend getting out into green space for a minimum of 1 hour – 3 times a week to feel the overall benefit from forest bathing. Don’t forget to bring a few things along with you: a journal, water, snack, small binocs and a pocket first aid kit. Give thanks to nature when you are finished. If you are unable to get into a physical green space you can also benefit from eco therapy in your home with plants, or with virtual forest bathing.

forest bath infographic