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Virtual Learning - Never Stop Expanding Your Mind and Talents (Wide Range of Learning Topics!)
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Learning. It keeps your mind young even when getting up from your chair is an Olympic event (not speaking from personal experience…of course). So many topics, taught by THE BEST are available virtually through MasterClass. Learning cooking, guitar an...
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Incredible Cooking Lessons
 
Mindfulness, Health and Wellness
 
Virtual Business and Leadership Skills Learning
 
Virtual Music Lessons - Learn from the best!
 
Writing and Storytelling
 
Filmmaking from Legends

Incredible Cooking Lessons

If you get tired of toast, you might want to try something more challenging. World class chefs will teach you their art in these virtual classes.

 
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I think Wolfgang Puck is one of the most innovative chef's in the world. He makes complex recipes and techniques so easy to follow.
MasterClass | Wolfgang Puck Teaches Cooking
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Who doesn't like barbecue? It's one of my favorite cuisines. Aaron Franklin is a true Texas pit master.
MasterClass | Aaron Franklin Teaches Texas-Style BBQ
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If you have seen Gordon Ramsay on TV, you know he is the real deal. Despite his image of being a hot head, he is a consummate professional. I would love to learn to cook from him (and wear a helmet!).
MasterClass | Gordon Ramsay Teaches Restaurant Recipes
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Mindfulness, Health and Wellness

I doubt I am the only one who has found everyday life moving at a faster pace. We all need to equip ourselves to handle whatever life throws at us. These offerings from MasterClass will help anyone stay serene and healthy. Boss yelling? Ohhhhhmmmmmm…...

 
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Jon Kabat-Zinn brought the term “mindfulness” to popular culture.  I have read a lot of his work and love his approach to being mindful.
MasterClass | Jon Kabat-Zinn Teaches Mindfulness and Meditation
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I'm not the most flexible person, but if I wanted to learn yoga from home  it would be right here! Renowned yoga instructor Donna Farhi teaches you the most essential physical and mental elements of creating a safe, sustainable practice.
MasterClass | Donna Farhi Teaches Yoga Foundations
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Virtual Business and Leadership Skills Learning

Leadership skills and business acumen are necessary for success as an entrepreneur or in the corporate world. Learn from the best shown here.

 
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Who doesn't have a favorite Disney movie? Mine is Aladdin. Disney has stood the test of time, thanks in part to Bob Iger. His knowledge is definitely worth leveraging for your own business.
MasterClass | Bob Iger Teaches Business Strategy and Leadership
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The first time I heard Jocko Willink I knew he was the real deal. His experience in the military speaks for itself. I'm a huge fan of his podcast. This MasterClass on Critical Leadership is well worth watching!
MasterClass | Jocko Willink Teaches Critical Leadership
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One skill I wish I had learned earlier in life is how to effectively negotiate. Chris Voss has a track record as one of the greatest crisis negotiators. I think he is worth watching if you want to learn this amazing skill.
MasterClass | Chris Voss Teaches the Art of Negotiation
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Virtual Music Lessons - Learn from the best!

If you have looked through my profile, you know I am passionate about rock music. These legends will teach you their art. My favorite guitarist, Carlos Santana, is featured here. Amazing stuff! Who is your favorite musician?

 
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I love the style of Carlos Santana. Carlos Santana Virtual Guitar Lessons - Amazing opportunity to learn to play soulful lead guitar by one of the best!
MasterClass | Carlos Santana Teaches the Art and Soul of Guitar
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This guy is a music machine, and one of my favorite guitar players. Virtual guitar lessons from Tom Morello through Masterclass - You can learn guitar virtually from Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave's Axe Man!
MasterClass | Tom Morello Teaches Electric Guitar
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The Beatles have always been one of my favorite bands. Incredible - Learn the drums and creativity from the one and only Ringo!
MasterClass | Ringo Starr Teaches Drumming & Creative Collaboration
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Writing and Storytelling

“One day I want to write a book” is high up on the universal “bucklist” wishes of people everywhere. Why wait til tomorrow. Start writing that book (or telling that story) with the help of world renowned writers and story tellers through affordable v...

 
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Imagine! Levar Burton teaching YOU about great storytelling.
MasterClass | LeVar Burton Teaches the Power of Storytelling
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Salman Rushdie, Booker Prize Winner, will teach YOU about great story telling.
MasterClass | Salman Rushdie Teaches Storytelling and Writing
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Learn to write thriller novels and stories with the master, Dan Brown
MasterClass | Dan Brown Teaches Writing Thrillers
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Filmmaking from Legends

Ever since you did that first YouTube or TikTok you have dreamed about being a filmmaker (come on, admit it!). Now you can learn from the best in your free time and at your own pace virtually!

 
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Martin Scorsese has directed some of my favorite movies of all time. If there was one person I would learn from, it is him.
MasterClass | Martin Scorsese Teaches Filmmaking
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Ron Howard has come a long way. I loved watching him on Happy Days when I was a kid. Howard's talents behind the camera are even better than his acting. As one of the best directors in Hollywood, who else is more qualified to give this MasterClass.
MasterClass | Ron Howard Teaches Directing
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I love independent movies. Some are very edgy and deal with subject matter not touched by Hollywood. Spike Lee is one of the greatest independent film makers of all time.
MasterClass | Spike Lee Teaches Filmmaking
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Life-Long Learning Websites

Life-Long Learning is an amazing journey. For your reading pleasure, here are some websites focused on the benefits of life-long learning

 
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Website focused on the benefits of life-long learning.
Life-Long Learning Has Positive Impact on Brain Health and Aging
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