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My daughter is a sophomore at RISD (Rhode Island School of Design) and she landed her dream internship at MIT Media Lab. The project that she is working on as the lead designer is AttentivU, a biofeedback device that measures brainwaves and eye movement to help with staying focused. The device is designed into a…
As parents, we always want to do our best to keep our children safe. We teach them how to cross the road, to always wear a helmet when cycling and a seatbelt in the car, and to use sunscreen when playing outside during the summer. So, what about staying safe in the online world? With…
For tens of thousands of years, community has been a critical part of human life. As a naturally social species, we rely on other people for safety, support, companionship, and many other key aspects of life. While our communities might look very different now from how they did in hunter-gatherer times, our need for those…
I have learned a lot about back pain because my husband is golfer. The golf swing puts a lot of stress on the lower back and most golfers have back issues. Back pain is hugely problematic in all areas of life. No matter how old you are, what you do or a living, what your…
My daughter, referred to as Grasshopper and Sensei in my blog, won the BlueGreen Innovation Challenge with her team of Industrial Designers from Rhode Island School of Design and Mechanical Engineer from M.I.T. They were written up by RISD! Students Propose Real-World Design Solutions Industrial Design students offer innovative ideas for supporting sustainability in Rhode…
Exercise can be fun! In the age of video games and digital worlds, getting kids to feel excited about exercise can be difficult, but it’s not impossible. If you want to get your kids to exercise, here are some tips to consider. Set An Example If your kids notice you exercising, and that you are…
Getting out of the house and enjoying some time together as a family is important and something you should aim to do as often as possible. So, when you are planning to take a little family trip together, there are a few things that you should be thinking of taking. Food for the Family An…