Visualization, memory, reading and research skills
There are multiple proverbs dealing with aging. Getting older sucks. Older people are wise. Smart people are depressed. So, which is it? Every year we mark the passing of time on our birthday and on New Year’s Eve. Should we be content, should we worry, maybe both? Here I want to focus on processing of …
Typically for the new year, I try to present an article dealing with empowerment. Here I want to talk about forgiveness and sublimation as tools of personal empowerment. I do not want to claim that everything can and should be forgiven. However, once we forgive we tend to become stronger, more in control. More reading …
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Our beliefs are not set in stone. They define who we are, and yet if we choose to change our beliefs we can do so. To be honest, our reasoning is absurd and self-contradictory. This was pointed out by Socrates. Here I want to question some of my own beliefs. More reading here, here, here, here, …
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Working from home and home studying is becoming more common. Many remote workers and students may pick up a few modern home workspace ideas and create a dedicated area that helps them get inspired and stay focused rather than hauling a laptop between the couch or the kitchen table. A dedicated workspace is essential …
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Suppose you want to remember something for a very long time. How do you ensure memorization? There are many methods, which can be roughly divided into three categories: reviewing the notes (revisiting), actively using (speedwriting), and lifestyle choices (sleep, food, …). Here I want to deal with the lifestyle element. It is really simple to …
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Before all the fame, athletes went through many hardships and conquered great obstacles. And until now, the same athletes have ongoing battles within themselves and externally but still persevere in their tournaments. In this article, we will tackle some of the challenges they overcame. General Obstacles “It’s not the disability that defines you; it’s how …
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When I was young I often felt that I could find a better place to live in. Today, I pretty much feel that I live in the best place in the world. This position genuinely surprises some of my best friends, but for me, it is very logical. I do not really think that home …
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Mindfulness vs acceptance: It is now common to associate mindfulness with meditation, but mindfulness can be something very different. I will give you a hint: this is something very common in human history, that we lost not long ago. Today I invite you to visit here, here, here, here, here, and here. Alternative definitions of …
When it comes to coping with financial loss, there are no clear-cut rules. But there are a few things that can help—if you’re willing to try them. We’ve compiled the best advice from experts and survivors on how best to deal with a financial setback. Here are 10 ways to cope with a financial loss; …
sEvery April 1st I write about humor. You are welcome to search this blog from several years back and verify. Today, I want to focus on the evolutionary advantage. Why do we smile? Why do we laugh? How does it help us? Can we really save the day with a smile? You are welcome to read …
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