How to Memorize Anything
In college, I memorized 7 chapters of my psychology textbook — over 23,000 words. Yes, I could actually recite the entire 7 chapters to anyone willing to listen. Why did I do this? My professor had challenged me with two statements on the first day of class: 1) No student had ever aced his introductory exam; and 2) all the answers could be found in the first 7 chapters of the textbook. Determined to be the first student to ace his test, I memorized all 7 chapters. If you’re looking for a way to increase the capacity of your memory or pass a test, you don’t need to memorize 23,000 words. First, use a pencil or word processor (I prefer the latter because it’s faster) to type, in complete sentences, any fact you think might appear on the test. After a study session, take a quick nap. I eventually became so good at this technique that I could complete all my studying for any information heavy mid-term or final exam in less than 6 hours. Does it Really Work? Apr
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The Thirty-Six Dramatic Situations
The Thirty-Six Dramatic Situations is a descriptive list which was created by Georges Polti to categorize every dramatic situation that might occur in a story or performance. To do this Polti analyzed classical Greek texts, plus classical and contemporaneous French works. He also analyzed a handful of non-French authors. In his introduction, Polti claims to be continuing the work of Carlo Gozzi, who also identified 36 situations. Publication history[edit] “Gozzi maintained that there can be but thirty-six tragic situations. This list was published in a book of the same name, which contains extended explanations and examples. The list is popularized as an aid for writers, but it is also used by dramatists, storytellers and many others. The 36 situations[edit] Each situation is stated, then followed by the necessary elements for each situation and a brief description. See also[edit] References[edit] External links[edit]
10 Social Networks for Artists 2012
Listed here are 10 social networks for artists. Each of them have unique features for artists, including: Networking with other creative people around the world. Some allow the addition of a personal portfolio, and creation of art blogs. In case you are wondering, I have a profile at each of these artist social networks, but of course do not have time to visit each regularly. 1 - CultureInside Gallery Culture Inside Gallery is a gallery run social network, and includes space for artists to add artworks, biography, artist statement, and an art blog. One innovative thing I saw here is the lightbox. 2 - LabforCulture.org Lab for Culture is a European social network for artists and art lovers. Read current art news, keep track of art events and exhibitions, and find art jobs in Europe. 3 - Artreview.com Artreview, popular for Art Review magazine, is another great social network for artists and people who love art. Artists can participate in forums and groups, and even create their own.
101 Short Stories that Will Leave You Smiling, Crying and Thinking
post written by: Marc Chernoff Email Since its inception eighteen months ago, our sister site Makes Me Think (MMT) has truly evolved into a remarkable online community. Every day, users share their thought-provoking life stories and vote on stories that other users have shared. Some are happy, some are sad, and others twist your emotions, pulling them in several directions at once. As stated on the MMT About page, sometimes the most random everyday encounters force us to stop and rethink the truths and perceptions we have ingrained in our minds. I believe the 101 stories listed below perfectly fulfill that description. What do you think?
In Which I Fix My Girlfriend's Grandparents' WiFi and Am Hailed as a Conquering Hero.
[Originally published January 20, 2012.] Lo, in the twilight days of the second year of the second decade of the third millennium did a great darkness descend over the wireless internet connectivity of the people of 276 Ferndale Street in the North-Central lands of Iowa. For many years, the gentlefolk of these lands basked in a wireless network overflowing with speed and ample internet, flowing like a river into their Compaq Presario. But then one gray morning did Internet Explorer 6 no longer load The Google. Some in the kingdom thought the cause of the darkness must be the Router. But with the dawn of the feast of Christmas did a beacon of hope manifest itself upon the inky horizon. The people did beseech the warrior to aid them. Deep, deep behind the recliner did the warrior crawl, over great mountains of National Geographic magazines and deep chasms of TV Guides. And at last the warrior arrived at the Router.
Digital Printing … and so much more! » Technical Specs
Standard Sized Double Page Spread Template This template applies to all double page spreads for standard-sized comics, wraparound covers for standard sized comics, as well as the interior covers (endpapers) for standard-sized hardcovers. Magazine-Sized Page Template This template applies to all pages for magazine-sized comics, magazine-sized paperbacks, as well as the interior pages of magazine-sized hardcovers … Standard-Sized Page Template This template applies to all pages for standard-sized comics, standard-sized paperbacks, and all interior pages for standard-sized hardcovers … Standard-Sized Comics Page These page dimensions apply to all standard-sized comics pages — both for saddle-stitched comics and perfect bound books. General Technical Specs While each different product type has a few specific requirements, there are FIVE basic things that apply to almost all the products.
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