Consciousness

• The global laptop carry case market is on a growth trajectory and is projected to reach a substantial USD 2.78 billion by 2030, fueled by a robust Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.5% from 2022 to 2030.
• The rising consumer demand for lightweight laptop carry cases is compelling companies to invest in the development of new products, targeting both corporate and student segments.
• The Asia Pacific region is poised for significant growth during the forecast period, driven by rising disposable incomes and increased spending on technological gadgets.
• Developing nations like India and China are witnessing a surge in laptop adoption among their youth populations, directly contributing to the demand for laptop carry cases.

• NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Professor Gail Whiteman and writer/producer, Chuck Tatham dished out the real scoop on climate change by giving away free scoops of ethically produced Blue Marble Ice Cream in New York City as part of an activation by Climate Basecamp on Monday, September 18.
• Vanilla, chocolate, coffee, mango, and more ingredients used to create our favorite foods are at serious risk as the climate warms.
• Professor Gail Whiteman explains, "It´s not just about saving the flavors, it´s about saving us.
• Climate Basecamp is calling everyone to contact major food retailers to implement the disclosure of endangered ingredients on product packaging.

• This expansion brings Old Pal's exceptional quality and classic, shareable lifestyle to the diverse and dynamic communities of the Big Apple.
• In a move to further ensure the brand's unmatched quality, Old Pal has strategically partnered with Pura, a leading cannabis manufacturer.
• Customers can look forward to classic Old Pal ready-to-roll 1/2 oz, 1/8th oz of full flower, and the 2-pack of pre-rolls, all crafted with the same quality standards that Old Pal cannabis products are known for.
• Old Pal is a cannabis lifestyle brand that sets the gold standard for quality in the industry.

• So it’s no surprise that a good number of artists and writers also suffer from anxiety and depression.
• I see their brilliant output as having happened in spite of – rather than because of – their mental anguish.
• In my new book, “Afraid,” I explore the interaction between fear, anxiety and creative work.

Anxiety as a roadblock

• The most basic way anxiety can hinder creative work is by shifting attention away from that work and toward fears and worries.
• If a writer is worried about losing her day job, it’s harder for her to focus on her writing.
• Excessive anxiety bypasses all nonthreat-related tasks, and people regress to basic survival mode.
• Most attention, thinking and emotions will be focused on dealing with the source of the danger, whether it’s real or imagined.

When anxiety inspires

• Some level of anxiety can serve a purpose.
• While being truly terrified can paralyze you, being bored and feeling languid can grind your motivation to a halt.
• There’s a sweet spot of anxiety that actually harnesses motivation and cognition and directs all attention to the task at hand.
• The anxiety of not meeting the deadline was enough to inspire me to buckle down and get the job done.

What you can and can’t control

• Interestingly, fear is solely focused on survival, while creativity operates at its best when basic survival needs are met.
• In that sense, people don’t fully control their fear and creativity.
• For both to work productively, a balanced harmony needs to exist between the unconscious and the conscious mind.

Cultivating your creativity

• If you want to create something but feel inhibited by writer’s block, hesitancy or insecurity, think about which kind of fear might be holding you back.
• Or is there a different day-to-day challenge or responsibility that’s soaking up most of your attention?
• Maybe you can recognize failure as a possibility but ultimately something that won’t kill you: You can always just try again.
• When I went away to finish “Afraid,” I chose the desert not only because I find the landscape inspiring.