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I think most clearly when I'm driving. Sometimes I'll just take a break and drive around - this helps a lot.

Remember, research has shown that the more effort you put into recalling material, the deeper it embeds itself into your memory.

Focus on the process (the way you spend your time) instead of the product (what you want to accomplish).

There is a deep connection between technical, scientific, and artistic creativity.

Complex training environments such as action video game play may actually foster brain plasticity and learning.

reading - simply reading through books or

Persistence is often more important than intelligence. Approaching material with a goal of learning it on your own gives you a unique path to mastery.

If you protect your routine, eventually it will protect you.

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Focused problem solving in math and science is often more effortful than focused-mode thinking involving language and people.

It's normal to sit down with a few negative feelings about beginning your work. It's how you handle those feelings that matters.

Procrastination expert Rita Emmett explains: "The dread of doing a task uses up more time and energy than doing the task itself.

Psychopaths know intellectually what is immoral they just don't have a feeling of immorality about it.

Attempting to recall the material you are trying to learn - retrieval practice - is far more effective than simply rereading the material.

This approach [solving easiest problems first, during the test] works for some people, mostly because anything works for some people.

Tomorrow is another day, we rather hope it will be better but better it won't be unless self-foibles are examined.

The biggest lie ever is that practice makes perfect. Not true - practice makes you better.

The Law of Serendipity: Lady Luck favors the one who tries

Procrastination is like addiction. It offers temporary excitement and relief from boring reality.

Habit is an energy saver for us. It allows us to free our mind for other types of activities.