This is a generalist blog exploring a range of topics. I supercharge my learning by reproducing the things I research into presentation form. Thus the ‘raison d’être’ of the blog is to be a tool of personal learning.
Still, there is a reason this is a blog in public view. To indulge the exhibitionist within and in order to participate in the modern attention economy I strive for admiration by trying to produce content to at least some level of presentability.
While writing I imagine dazzling a lost soul wandering these pages with a brilliant insight that I am blessed with by Abraxas. This imaginary social reward powers the work I put in and motivates me to conduct even more and deeper research furthering my learning.
Let’s call this philosophy of self-education: ‘vanity powered learning’.
The blog is bilingual. Most posts are in Finnish. The Magnum Opus of the blog is the text series “Valta & Vapaus” or “Power & Freedom” in English which has it’s own page. Beware! All texts are continuously edited.
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Summary
This blog introduces the concept of 'vanity powered learning,' where the author enhances personal learning by turning research into public presentations. The motivation behind this public display is the pursuit of admiration, which fuels deeper research and learning. The blog is a personal learning tool, is bilingual with most content in Finnish, and features a significant text series called "Valta & Vapaus" (Power & Freedom). The author notes that all content is continuously edited.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 'vanity powered learning'?
It is a self-education philosophy where the author is motivated by the imaginary social reward of reader admiration to conduct deeper research, thereby enhancing their own learning.
What is the main purpose of this blog?
The primary purpose of the blog is to be a personal learning tool for the author.
What is the blog's 'Magnum Opus'?
The blog's most significant work is a text series titled "Valta & Vapaus," which is Finnish for "Power & Freedom."
What languages are used on the blog?
The blog is bilingual, but most posts are in Finnish.
Key Entities
- Kalle Ryökäs PERSON
- Credited as the photographer for an image on the blog.
- Valta & Vapaus OTHER
- The "Magnum Opus" of the blog, a text series that translates to "Power & Freedom."
- Abraxas OTHER
- A figure mentioned by the author as a source of brilliant insights.