Your brain works differently when you speak aloud. When stuck on a problem, most people retreat into silent thought. They read the same information repeatedly, hoping for a rare breakthrough. But silent thinking uses only part of your brain’s problem-solving machinery. When you verbalise a problem—speaking it aloud to another person—you activate language centres that… Mehr lesen "Hold my duck: A problem-solving hack
One morning, I had to present a project but woke up twenty minutes behind schedule. I grabbed my notes and sprinted across campus, mentally reviewing my key points between gasps for air. When I burst through the classroom door, the professor immediately called me up to present. Still breathing hard, heart pounding, I launched into… Mehr lesen "The cardio speech hack
As a student, I wasted countless hours re-reading textbooks and reviewing notes, only to feel my hard-earned knowledge melt away days later. In my frustration, I wondered why I bothered learning if I was doomed to forget. No matter how much I crammed before exams, the information never seemed to take permanent root in my… Mehr lesen "The 2-7-30 rule for remembering more of what you study
Ich fürchtete mich vor der Nervosität vor einer großen Prüfung oder Präsentation. Mein Herz pochte, meine Hände schwitzten, meine Gedanken drehten sich in einem Labyrinth von Was-wäre-wenn-Fragen. Ich atmete tief durch, versuchte mich zu entspannen und die Schmetterlinge zu vertreiben. Aber meine Angst zu bekämpfen, schien sie nur noch schlimmer zu machen. Was ich damals nicht wusste, war, dass Ängste... Mehr lesen "Reframe deine Angst, um die Leistung zu steigern
Boredom has gotten a bad rap. We associate it with laziness, wasted time, and a lack of purpose. But what if we’ve been looking at boredom all wrong? We’re constantly plugged in, scrolling through endless feeds, consuming bite-sized content. But the key to unlocking our creative potential lies not in more stimulation but in embracing… Mehr lesen "Intentional boredom for increased creativity
The clock is ticking, and your big exam starts in less than an hour. Every second counts, so you’re tempted to use each one for some last-minute cramming. But what if I told you that putting down the flashcards and picking up a jump rope could do more for your test performance than another round… Mehr lesen "Der 10-Minuten-Gehirnschub vor deiner Prüfung
How many times have you sat down to learn something new, only to find yourself mindlessly scrolling social media 10 minutes later? Constant distraction and maintaining concentration can feel like an uphill battle. But it doesn’t have to be this way. The 20-5-5 method is a simple approach to learning. By breaking your study sessions… Mehr lesen "The 20-5-5 method for focused learning
There’s a secret that every good teacher knows: if you want to master a subject, teach it. There’s nothing quite like explaining an idea to someone else to shine a light on what you know and what you only thought you knew. When you’re teaching, you can’t hide behind vague notions or half-formed concepts. You… Mehr lesen "Teaching for effective learning
Alexi Pappas, a filmmaker and runner, once set her sights on a dream that seemed impossible: competing in the Olympics. While your own ambitions might differ – perhaps you’re striving for business success, or you’re determined to become fluent in a new language – the lessons Pappas learned on her journey can help you turn… Mehr lesen "Die Drittel-Regel für das Lernen
A surprisingly potent technique can significantly enhance your ability to commit new knowledge to memory. Take a short break to rest completely after your study session. Studies have demonstrated the remarkable benefits of incorporating 10-15 minutes of quiet rest immediately after studying new material. During these breaks, minimize all forms of mental stimulation. Avoid checking… Mehr lesen "The power of rest for enhancing memory and learning
