A podcast of a controversial author had triggered a lot of people recently for many reasons -- which can all be summed up as belittling work-from-home employees and business owners, instead of properly addressing a major problem in this digital age:

Developing a collaborative culture and human connection

Here are some of the things I've learned from my own experiences in real life, as well as in MMO games and reading Webtoon -- don't laugh -- followed by 7 practical actions one can easily apply to develop that elusive collaborative culture in any group.

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So I've started streaming regularly again recently -- moved to Facebook Gaming from Mixer last month before the whole Microsoft - Mixer mess last week -- after noticing both fellow casual female streamers I personally know, as well as popular ones like Alodia Gosiengfiao, officially made the move from Twitch to FB Gaming. 

This was originally posted back in July 1, 2020. Edited and updated now 7/19/2022: After just half a year of streaming on Facebook, I quit. Decided to focus more on Youtube when it comes to long-form videos (I might stream there soon, though I prefer uploading normal edited ones since they generate better passive income than streaming), as well as Youtube shorts and IG Reels for short-form videos.

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The 2nd part of Stranger Things 4 is finally out! Along with that is Stranger Things partnering with Spotify, allowing people to discover what their savior song and Upside Down playlist are that can help them escape from Vecna -- or you know, if we translate that metaphor into the real world, get out of the low-vibe state and survive mentally, emotionally and physically from this global recession and other maddening things happening in the world right now.

Or perhaps getting over your own inner demon, as personified by Vecna.

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So you've already clicked Verify Integrity of  Game Files as well as restarted your PC multiple times. You also definitely meet (or even surpass) the minimum or recommended PC requirements to run the game you've just bought from the Steam Summer sale. Yet upon restarting your PC and rebooting the game, you're still stuck at that frustrating loading screen for several minutes -- or worse, stare at your own reflection on a black screen without any pop-up error message hinting at what's causing the problem.

Let's go over the possible solutions on how to fix that infinite loading screen issue and other bugs on your Steam game.

PC-Games-Guides

 

If you find yourself stuck in a certain stage or studio, not getting the invitation letter you've been waiting for to move on to the next round, don't fret! I'm gonna help you get all 5 endings in Passpartout: The Starving Artist Simulator, as well as all of its 25 Achievements. Edited 6/11/2022: Added my gameplay for Minimalism Route and added correction about black paint in Passion Route.

This guide was originally published in my older art blog back in 2017. But thought it's better to move all my gaming stuff here now (similar to my Sims 4 and Sansar shenanigans lol), and also update this (added tips about Bad Ending and Achievements Guide) before the release of the 2nd one, Passpartout: The Lost Artist.

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Awww... last episode of Mieruko-chan tonight in Muse Asia. I wonder if they have Season 2. But anyway, I'm extending it in "spirit" with the following Mieruko-chan Custom Content in the Sims 4 lol!

Edited 12/23/2021: Added the fashion showcase video:P

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Took a short break from trading, video editing, and intense 3D rendering lol, and created this quiz to find out which Jujutsu Kaisen character are you?👀 Edit 8/24/2021: transferred to a different quiz maker. No more annoying limit of takers per month now. Enjoy!^^

Quiz

As of this writing, we only have 2 days left to avail of the free upsize -- from medium to large -- on fries and drinks (unless they extend it)! Sadly this is only available for those who will be ordering the BTS Meal through its Ride-Thru-- which isn't just limited to cars, but now inclusive of bicycles, e-scooters, even kalesa, anything with wheels basically. 

Also, let's take a look at some of the fans' fun creative DIYs. I'll be sharing my first impressions and review about the BTS Meal experience too, as well as my reaction to some crazy BTS Meal-related news.

Reviews

If you're like me who wants to regularly enjoy seeing Ji-Woon Hak, the Trickster in Dead by Daylight, in their Sims 4 game, then look no further! DBD Trickster Sims 4 Fan Kit all-in-one download is available near the end of this post. But I also presented individual item per section for those who only want certain CC's (such as the functional Trickster Dart Board 😂).

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Season 1 of Jujutsu Kaisen may be over (in Crunchyroll) last March 27, but my obsession with it isn't yet. So I started creating some Sims 4 custom content for it. (As of this writing, I've managed to create Gojo Satoru and Miwa Kasumi so far, but will be adding more Jujutsu Kaisen characters soon -- stay tuned! 😸). Edit 12/19/2021: Updated Miwa's hair (added more swatches!^^). Will add the others real soon!

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In this post, let's talk about why blogging isn't dead, why it's not yet late to have your own blog in 2022 (& beyond!), why we should actually have at least an official blog or website or Youtube channel, and why you need to focus more on making long-form content on your own blog and channel instead of focusing too much on social media growth. Updated on July 7, 2022 - added link to other people's bad experiences with Instagram.

Reviews

Will Youtube Shorts grow your Youtube channel and even make you the next Star? Or do #Shorts just give a temporary boost as they test out this new feature -- which may actually end up killing your channel? Updated 24 April 2022: YouTube Shorts has now been officially rolled out globally. Added latest news and info about Youtube Shorts.

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Craving for a creamy Oreo Milktea dessert while also wanna help out animals in need? If you're based in Manila, check out Lala Cafe PH!

Reviews

Dunno if I should be proud or feel embarrassed to admit that I still remember the lyrics of Doraemon's OP in its anime (same with Mojacko and Gundam Wing, since they were aired around the same time in GMA-7 before Yu Yu Hakusho back in the 90s lol).

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Sharing some brief background commentary about Philippine culture, as well as my review and general preview of the items included in our very first Sims 4 Pinoy Stuff Pack!

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