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Why do we forget information over time? How do you improve memory retention? While there are only theories as to why we tend to forget information over time, there are methods we can use to improve memory retention. The top techniques are overlearning, spacing, proceduralization, and mnemonics. Continue on to learn how to improve memory retention.
What is the ripple effect in psychology of behavior change? How does making a small change in behavior can alter other aspects of your life? In the context of behavior change psychology, the ripple effect refers to how one small behavioral change. Whether positive or negative, it can have drastic changes on other aspects of your life. Read about ripple effect psychology as it relates to behavior change.
Are you trying to learn a new skill but having trouble with one aspect of it? How do you construct a productive drill? What challenges come with drill practice? Drill practice is when you isolate a single aspect of a skill and concentrate intensively on it. The purpose of drill practice is to maximize overall improvement and minimize overall effort. Done properly, drill practice will speed up the process of achieving the whole skill, not just one isolated aspect. Continue on to learn more about drill practice.
Do you want to know how to find your true self? What advice does Matthew McConaughey offer in his memoir, Greenlights? After achieving fame with A Time to Kill, Matthew McConaughey struggled to adjust to being famous. He decided to travel and go on a spiritual journey. He thought if he knew how to find himself, he’d be able to handle the pressures of being famous. Keep reading to find out how to find your true self according to Greenlights.
What is the Law of the Lid? What role does this law play in organizational effectiveness? In his book The 21 Irrefutable Laws Of Leadership, Maxwell uses the Law of the Lid to convey the idea that organizational effectiveness is capped by its leader’s ability lead. This law is the first of Maxwell’s list of key leadership attributes and principles. Keep reading to learn about the Law of the Lid by John C. Maxwell plus some examples of its successful and unsuccessful application.
Do you feel like you waste your leisure time on unproductive activities that add neither value nor enjoyment? Wondering what to do in your free time that will be both refreshing and rewarding? Many people spend their free time on low-quality leisure activities which don’t contribute much value to their life. If you want to enjoy high-quality leisure, you need to be intentional about it and plan what to do in your free time well in advance. Here are some things to keep in mind as you plan what to do in your free time.
What is metta meditation? How can practicing it help you develop a calmer, more joyful disposition, and a more positive attitude towards life? In language of Pali, which is closely related to Sanskrit, the word metta signifies goodwill and benevolent energy. So, what exactly is metta meditation and how do you practice it? Keep reading for the answer to the question: what is metta meditation?
What are the nine Ultralearning principles? How can following these principles help you learn more efficiently? The nine principles of Ultralearning are metalearning, focus, directness, drill, retrieval, feedback, retention, deeper knowledge, and experimentation. Applying these principles to your studies will help you learn skills better than you would at college. Keep reading to learn more about the nine Ultralearning principles.
Why is it important to take some time to be alone? What are the psychological benefits of solitude? Many people resist staying alone with their thoughts because it makes them uncomfortable or under-stimulated. However, there are significant psychological benefits of solitude which our culture tends to overlook because we place such a high value on connectivity. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of solitude.
Are you interested in BJ Fogg’s Tiny Habits method but aren’t quite sure how to use apply it in real life? Do you want Tiny Habits examples to help you better understand? In this article, we’ve put together six examples of how to use the Tiny Habits method. One of the examples is from Fogg himself and the other five are from Habiteers (anyone who follows the Tiny Habits method). Continue on for Tiny Habits examples.