Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Disrupting the status quo in design. Punks in love, Credit: Patrick, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons Polished interfaces and seamless experiences dominate the design landscape. UX design has, in many ways, become too safe. We prize consistency, accessibility, and user-friendliness — values that are crucial to creating good products. But is “good” enough? Have we, in the […]

7 tips for creating the worst design story titles from a UX writer. Continue reading on UX Collective » A basic quality tool for problem solving Showcase and explanation of a simple but powerful problem solving diagram to manage both simple and complex cases individually or with large teams An example problem solving diagram. Mapping the problem-solution […]

Guiding questions for greater impact. When I left IDEO earlier this year, I decided to focus my attention on diving deeper and expanding wider in the area of design for environmental and society change. I dream of a future where everyone flourishes — people, communities, and the planet — and I believe that design can play a role in moving […]

Get with the times. Photo by Michelle Tresemer on Unsplash Part of a designer's role is crafting intuitive, user-friendly experiences. You'll hear the word "delight" thrown around a lot. We want to "delight" the user in every experience we create, using our design superpowers to influence customer behavior (like, you know, buying stuff!). So, where has all the […]

Part 5: Performing validation Continue reading on UX Collective » Using games as a metaphor, this article combines personal insights and an analysis of studies to explore how values shape our approach to work, feedback, and collaboration, offering practical strategies to create a more cohesive and growth-focused team environment. Photo by Zetong Li on Unsplash As […]

Using games as a metaphor, this article combines personal insights and an analysis of studies to explore how values shape our approach to work, feedback, and collaboration, offering practical strategies to create a more cohesive and growth-focused team environment. Photo by Zetong Li on Unsplash As a designer, my mind is constantly buzzing with ways to […]

What’s changed since 2022? Personalisation, animation and speed. Continue reading on UX Collective » This story is about my ongoing inquiry into lines. If we’re so deliberate about what makes a product minimally viable, shouldn’t we also consider what’s minimally necessary for innovation and technology to operate within the limits of our relational obligations? This story […]

This story is about my ongoing inquiry into lines. If we’re so deliberate about what makes a product minimally viable, shouldn’t we also consider what’s minimally necessary for innovation and technology to operate within the limits of our relational obligations? This story is about my ongoing inquiry into lines. Lines mark paths between points, establishing direction and […]

Knowing when to run a workshop is as important as knowing how to run a workshop I love workshops. I love discussions that end in tangible to-do lists. I love a defined structure. I love creativity within that structure. I love ‘alignment.’ I love cheerfully winning over the biggest skeptic in the room. I love being […]

Psychological safety in the workplace means creating an environment where team members feel safe to share ideas, concerns, and mistakes without fear of punishment or humiliation, fostering innovation, productivity, and employee well-being. Photo by Des Récits on Unsplash As a neurodivergent woman of colour, I’m no stranger to the anxiety of career shortening conversations, challenging the […]