Sat.Dec 23, 2017

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Conspiracy theories as maladaptive coping

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A review called ‘ The Psychology of Conspiracy Theories ‘ sets out a theory of why individuals end up believing Elvis is alive, NASA faked the moon landings or 9/11 was an inside job. Karen Douglas and colleagues suggest: Belief in conspiracy theories appears to be driven by motives that can be characterized as epistemic (understanding one’s environment), existential (being safe and in control of one’s environment), and social (maintaining a positive image of the self and the social

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The surreal artwork of Juan Antonio Guirado is reborn in Virtual Reality

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Juan Antonio Guirado stands by his masterpiece 'Kali's Tunnel' acrylic and collage on board, 1989. Durning Miami Art Week, I took some time to get away from the main paths and visited the Juan Antonio Guiardo VR experience that was put together by cutting-edge Los Angeles based virtual reality studio FLOAT. FLOAT is a collaborative entity focusing on the intersection of art and interactivity.

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What I’m Reading: December 2017

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Matt Renwick. At the end of every year, I take a tech sabbatical to recharge and reflect upon the year, as well as to be more present during our break. Part of my recharge process is to read! Here is what I have been reading during the second half of 2017. See you in 2018. -Matt. Ghostly Echoes by William Ritter. I didn’t realize I was reading YA until this installment (and my wife telling me so).

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Naomi’s Christmas: Restorative Aloneness And A Childhood Spent In Retail

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A Page From Bloom’s Camera 1950 Catalog. Ron left the house this morning before dawn, headed to Redmond, OR to spend Christmas with a range of Wallaces. Time moves more slowly when I’m alone, and it’s a very rare treat. Having a few days at home completely on my own hasn’t happened in years, in part because Ron was reluctant to leave me — and I was reluctant to be on my own — as my mobility problems grew worse, but I’m doing well enough now that he was

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Automate Your Onboarding Process In 7 Steps

Efficient employee onboarding is more than a warm welcome—it's a catalyst for business growth. Automated onboarding transforms new hires into productive team members faster, fostering long-term satisfaction and talent retention. For HR, automation means replacing inefficient manual processes with streamlined, cost-effective operations. Our eBook reveals how automating employee onboarding delivers these benefits, reducing HR challenges and elevating new employee readiness.

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weekend free-for-all – December 23-24, 2017

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This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. (This one is truly no work and no school.). Book recommendation of the week: Pachinko , by Min Jin Lee. It’s a four-generation saga of a Korean family living in Japan. Someone recommended this last week and it’s fantastic.

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4 Benefits of Using Simulations in Online Learning[Infographic]

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Check our infographic to know the 4 key benefits of using simulations in online learning.

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How Secretary Tillerson Can Right The State Department

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He would do well to take a page from our former boss.

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5 Tips To Manage Your Team Across Multiple Locations

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Whatever business you’re in, managing your workforce at a single location is sure to be a daily challenge. But what if there are multiple sites? Whether you’re about to open your second business location or you’re a seasoned manager of multiple branches, the task of managing your team now takes on a whole new dimension. Also read: How Well Do All-Remote Teams Work?

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How Secretary Tillerson Can Right The State Department

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Modernizing Hiring: The Rise of Contingent Recruitment in 2024

The job market is changing fast, and to stay ahead, your hiring strategy needs to be flexible. With recent economic shifts, more companies are turning to contingent workers for their adaptability and cost savings. In fact, 32% of businesses are already prioritizing contingent over traditional full-time positions. Curious to learn more? In our new guide, you'll discover: The major benefits of incorporating contingent workers into your team.

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How Secretary Tillerson Can Right The State Department

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He would do well to take a page from our former boss.