Did you know that people only retain 5% of what is heard in a lecture? Thinking back to some of the classes I took in high school (I’m looking at you, history), I completely believe that this may be the case. One factor that probably makes this statistic accurate is our short attention spans. A … Read more
Some things just won’t stick; you can’t remember them. Everyone sometimes forgets something, but sometimes it is important to remember certain things, and including some of the mentioned habits can help you out. The list contains ten tips that give your memory an extra boost. They are small tricks, habits in your everyday behavior, and … Read more
Does the challenge of learning something new seem overwhelming? Or have you ever felt at a loss when faced with a new skill you want to learn but don’t know where to start? The key to learning something new is to focus on a specific skill or information that can be immediately applied. This is … Read more
Are you searching for the right language-learning tool? These days, more people are using apps and software to learn a new language. Babbel and Duolingo are currently two of the most well-known platforms. Both provide accessible and affordable courses. But which platform is better? It depends on your needs. Like any product or service, both apps have strengths and … Read more
While they can mess with your head from time to time, philosophical movies also compel you to question the dynamics of our existence. These films make us pause and ponder society’s long-held beliefs, impart powerful life lessons, and give new meaning and purpose to our existence. They make us consider that there may be something … Read more
These days, it seems as if most people have found themselves in the position of having to reprioritize their time and schedules. Maybe your job has been converted to a work from home position? Maybe your hours were cut or your business has slowed? Perhaps you have been furloughed? Conversely, maybe you always worked from … Read more
Do you want to learn how to get more organized in your academic or professional life? Finding the best study planner for your busy schedule is a great way to have everything you need in one place. If you’re like me, your work often becomes scattered because you have so much going on and your … Read more
Do you ever see a book that you would love to read, but you know that you just don’t have the time to check it out? If you go to a library, you probably see a lot of books that you would ideally love to read, or when your friends start talking about their latest … Read more
As opposed to rhetorical questions or loaded questions, hypothetical questions consist of unproven assumptions or make-believe scenarios. But you can also ask hypothetical questions to get to know someone better. In fact, the right question can lead to a fun conversation as you learn interesting things about how another person thinks. With that in mind, … Read more
Do you love to read? Do you wish you had more time to do so? Do you fashion yourself a multitasker? Or are you the type or person who enjoys learning new things, but has very little time to commit? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions… audible books may just … Read more