Brain Pickings 5 Ways to Give Yourself an Education That Kicks the Crap Out of the One You Got in School 5 Ways to Give Yourself an Education That Kicks the Crap Out of the One You Got in School One of the biggest reasons that people are denied the privilege of education is because they can’t afford it. However, today we live in a world where knowledge and information are at our finger tips like never before. Technology has leveled the playing field so that anybody with an interest and an internet connection can receive a world class education. Bloggers, podcasters, search engines and digital content creators of all types of have made it possible for us to learn virtually anything we want to even if we don’t have the money. If you want to learn anything chances are there is somebody creating content about the subject and sharing it with the world at no cost. Self Motivation is Not Optional Taking this kind of approach to educating yourself requires an extremely high degree of self motivation. 1. 2. Want to learn how to get in shape? 3. 4. 5. Education as we know it is changing rapidly.
10 Ways To Be Happy, On Purpose “He who depends on himself will attain the greatest happiness” ~Chinese Proverb I was at a Women’s Leadership Conference about a year ago and had an “ah-ha moment”. We were all introducing ourselves and asked to share a few things to help with the process. At the time I honestly didn’t know. It’s not been an easy road, but it’s been the most fulfilling adventure I’ve ever been on and I feel that I should now share what I’ve learned with others. 1. “Today you are you, that is truer than true. How many times have we heard “no one will love you until you learn to love yourself” or “nobody knows you the way you do”? So get to know the right-now-real you, both the good and the bad, and own it. The good news is that if you don’t like certain aspects of yourself right now, you have it in your control to change that. 2. “Open your eyes and look within. The question we all got asked when we were little was “what do you want to be when you grow up?” “You have brains in your head. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Tú decidiste la vida que tienes WIKISALUD es la entidad WIKISALUD, S.L. y titular del website www.LuxVitae.com (en adelante el "Website"),con domicilio social en Barcelona 08041 Rambla Volart, 70, local, y con C.I.F. número B-65.554.693 y que está destinada a la prestación de servicios de enseñanza no reglada a distancia y presenciales por medios audiovisuales y telemáticos; la prestación de servicios e intermediación vinculados con la enseñanza no reglada y formación de particulares y empresas; la prestación de servicios de publicidad; la actividad editorial y distribución de libros; la compraventa y distribución de material para la enseñanza; el asesoramiento a particulares y empresas en relación a todas las actividades anteriores. b) Los datos son recabados con las siguientes finalidades: (i) gestión, estudio y resolución de consultas y (ii) envío de publicidad y prospección comercial por medios electrónicos, acerca de la empresa, sus actividades, productos y servicios, así como documentación de diversa naturaleza.
Model Thinking This course will consist of twenty sections. As the course proceeds, I will fill in the descriptions of the topics and put in readings. Section 1: Introduction: Why Model? In these lectures, I describe some of the reasons why a person would want to take a modeling course. To be an intelligent citizen of the worldTo be a clearer thinkerTo understand and use dataTo better decide, strategize, and design There are two readings for this section. The Model Thinker: Prologue, Introduction and Chapter 1 Why Model? Section 2: Sorting and Peer Effects We now jump directly into some models. In this second section, I show a computational version of Schelling's Segregation Model using NetLogo. NetLogo The Schelling Model that I use can be found by clicking on the "File" tab, then going to "Models Library". The readings for this section include some brief notes on Schelling's model and then the academic papers of Granovetter and Miller and Page. Notes on Schelling Granovetter Model Miller and Page Model
Make Your Own Detox Drink for Daily Enjoyment & Cleansing Whether you’re just trying to steer clear of the sugary drinks, or aim to really help your body flush out any toxins lurking in your system, this refreshing blend of foods and flavors will satisfy your tastebuds needs. Included: Watermelon/cucumber, lemon/lime, mint leaves, and water. Why Watermelon (or cucumber): Watermelon helps the body flush out toxins because it contains the organic compound citrulline, which is an amino acid that has been shown to help the liver and kidneys filter and get rid of ammonia. Ammonia comes in external forms, but is also a by-product of the proteins our bodies are burning up constantly for energy, and it’s quite damaging to our cells. Cucumber also contains citrulline, but not as much as watermelon. Watermelon may also just give the liver an overall boost. Why water: H20 is just plain good for us, but it’s thought that it helps flush nasty toxins and waste through our system, giving organs like the liver and kidney an easier time doing their job.
21 Habits of Happy People Contributed by Cindy Holbrook “Happiness is a habit – cultivate it.” ~ Elbert Hubbar Happiness is one aspiration all people share. We’ve all seen people who are always happy – even amidst agonizing life trials. 1. Be thankful that you woke up alive each morning. 2. Surround yourself with happy, positive people who share your values and goals. 3. Accept others for who they are as well as where they are in life. 4. Keep up to date with the latest news regarding your career and hobbies. 5. Don’t wallow in self-pity. 6. Some statistics show that 80% of people dislike their jobs! 7. Take the time to see the beauty around you. 8. Don’t take yourself – or life to seriously. 9. Holding a grudge will hurt no one but you. 10. Develop an attitude of gratitude. 11. Always make sure your loved ones know you love them even in times of conflict. 12. Honesty is the best policy. 13. Meditation gives your very active brain a rest. 14. Concentrate on creating your life the way you want it. 15. 16. 17. 18.
Vida Efímera, Oportunidades y Felicidad WIKISALUD es la entidad WIKISALUD, S.L. y titular del website www.LuxVitae.com (en adelante el "Website"),con domicilio social en Barcelona 08041 Rambla Volart, 70, local, y con C.I.F. número B-65.554.693 y que está destinada a la prestación de servicios de enseñanza no reglada a distancia y presenciales por medios audiovisuales y telemáticos; la prestación de servicios e intermediación vinculados con la enseñanza no reglada y formación de particulares y empresas; la prestación de servicios de publicidad; la actividad editorial y distribución de libros; la compraventa y distribución de material para la enseñanza; el asesoramiento a particulares y empresas en relación a todas las actividades anteriores. b) Los datos son recabados con las siguientes finalidades: (i) gestión, estudio y resolución de consultas y (ii) envío de publicidad y prospección comercial por medios electrónicos, acerca de la empresa, sus actividades, productos y servicios, así como documentación de diversa naturaleza.
10 things science (and Buddhism) says will make you happy I’m a science geek as well as a Buddhist geek, and recently when I was leading a retreat on how to bring more joy into our lives I found myself making a lot of references to an article published in Yes magazine, which touched on ten things that have been shown by science to make us happier. It seemed natural to draw upon the article because so much of the research that was described resonated with Buddhist teachings. So I thought it would be interesting to take the main points of the article and flesh them out with a little Buddhism. 1. Be generous“Make altruism and giving part of your life, and be purposeful about it,” Yes magazine says. “Researcher Elizabeth Dunn found that those who spend money on others reported much greater happiness than those who spend it on themselves.” And in fact Buddhism has always emphasized the practice of dana, or giving. “And which are the three factors of the donor? 2. This of course is an example of another fundamental Buddhist practice — mindfulness. 3.
How to accept life's challenges - Rev. Dr. Charlene M. Proctor | Rev. Dr. Charlene M. Proctor Everyone experiences challenges, pain, loss, and setbacks. How can we look at our disappointments and hurts and still maintain a positive perspective on life? How do we increase our resiliency when we’re going through turbulent changes? The story of Kisa Gotami A Buddhist story, “The Mustard Seed,” shows that we don’t suffer independently or differently from others. “Bring me a handful of mustard seeds that were taken from a house where no death has occurred and no grief experienced,” the Buddha replies. So Kisa Gotami searches for a family that has not experienced death. This story is a lesson about shared suffering. Your suffering is not unique Your suffering is not unique, nor are you alone in your suffering. There is no one on this planet that will escape suffering. If hurt is present, don’t create some explanation for it. I hope you enjoyed these tips on being with ease with yourself. © Charlene M Proctor and The Goddess Network, Inc.
Sri Chinmoy Inspiration: The Art of Happiness Happiness is at times an elusive phenomena. In many ways we strive for greater happiness, but often the more we grasp, the more difficult it becomes. Yet, the great Saints and spiritual traditions suggest joy and happiness are an integral part of our real Self. If we can be discover our own highest self, happiness will become a spontaneous experience, independent of the fluctuations of the world. These are some suggestions for cultivating real happiness. Minimise Desires Quite often we feel that if certain desires can be fulfilled all our problems will be solved. Man's sincere desire: Grasp, possess and enjoy quickly. - Sri Chinmoy Excerpt from Ten Thousand Flower-Flames, Part 5 by Sri Chinmoy. Criticism Happiness can never be found in world criticism. Appreciation Instead of looking at the faults of our friends, we should try to appreciate their good qualities. Judge nothingYou will be happy.Forgive everythingYou will be happier.Love everythingYou will be the happiest. - Sri Chinmoy [1]
Making a Habit of Thinking Happily I have written several articles on positive thinking and the law of attraction, and am always surprised by how many readers privately contact me with strong skepticism. “Do you really practice these techniques” and “do you really find that it works” I am asked. And although the answer is generally “yes” to these questions, I have made an even firmer commitment over the last several months to integrate positive self-talk in my life. The results: I am now an even firmer believer in the practice of positive thinking…and I am going to explain why. More than ever I have come to understand that positive thinking is a technique that actually becomes a way of life, and a way of being. However unreal this may sound to you, I can assure you it can be a very powerful and life-changing exercise to start yourself down the path of becoming a positive thinker. 7 Effective Ways To Implement Positive Thinking How to Break Out of Bad habits Using Affirmations Why The Law of Attraction Does Not work For You