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,' a method where the author enhances personal learning by turning research into public presentations. The motivation behind this approach is the desire for public admiration and the imagined social reward of sharing insightful content, which fuels deeper research and learning. The blog, which serves as a personal educational tool, is bilingual, with most content in Finnish, and features a major text series titled "Valta & Vapaus" (Power & Freedom). All content on the site is continuously updated.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main purpose of this blog?
The primary purpose of this blog is to serve as a tool for personal learning, achieved by reproducing researched topics into presentation form.
Why does the author make the blog public?
The author makes the blog public to indulge their inner exhibitionist and to participate in the modern attention economy by striving for admiration.
What is 'vanity powered learning'?
It is a philosophy of self-education where the imaginary social reward of impressing readers motivates the author to conduct more in-depth research, thereby enhancing their own learning.
What languages are used on the blog?
The blog is bilingual, with most of its posts written in Finnish.
What is considered the 'Magnum Opus' of the blog?
The 'Magnum Opus' of the blog is the text series "Valta & Vapaus," which translates to "Power & Freedom" in English and has its own dedicated page.