On Mar 27, 8:13 pm, Piotrek_Luniewski <[email protected]>
wrote:
> As it's my first topic, I'd appreciate your understanding for my
> mistakes ;D
> Today I was searching through the Internet and I found 5 ways that are
> not revolutionary but for sure may boost your intelligence. Here they
> are:
>
> 1. Minimize Television Watching - People love vegetating in front of
> the television. The problem is watching television doesn’t use your
> mental capacity or allow it to recharge. Don’t you feel drained after
> a couple hours of TV? Your eyes are sore and tired from being focused
> on the light box for so long. You don’t even have the energy to read a
> book. When you feel like relaxing, try reading a book instead. If
> you’re too tired, listen to some music. When you’re with your friends
> or family, have a conversation. All of these things use your mind more
> than television and allow you to relax.
>
> 2. Remember that time spent exercising always leads to greater
> learning because it improves productivity. Using your body clears your
> head and creates a wave of energy. Afterwards, you feel invigorated
> and can concentrate more easily.
>
> 3. Read Challenging Books - Many people like to read popular suspense
> fiction, but generally these books aren’t mentally stimulating. If you
> want to improve your thinking and writing ability you should read
> books that make you focus. Reading a classic novel can change your
> view of the world and will make you think in more precise, elegant
> English. Don’t be afraid to look up a word if you don’t know it, and
> don’t be afraid of dense passages. Take your time, re-read when
> necessary, and you’ll soon grow accustomed to the author’s style.
>
> 4. Early to Bed, Early to Rise - Nothing makes it harder to
> concentrate than sleep deprivation. You’ll be most rejuvenated if you
> go to bed early and don’t sleep more than 8 hours. If you stay up late
> and compensate by sleeping late, you’ll wake up lethargic and have
> trouble focusing. If you have the opportunity, take 10-20 minute naps
> when you are hit with a wave of drowsiness. Anything longer will make
> you lethargic, but a short nap will refresh you. It is proved that 10
> minute nap gives you the biggest 'kick'.
>
> 5. Take Time to Reflect - Often our lives get so hectic that we become
> overwhelmed without even realizing it. Spending some time alone in
> reflection gives you a chance organize your thoughts and prioritize
> your responsibilities. Afterwards, you’ll have a better understanding
> of what’s important and what isn’t. The unimportant stuff won’t bother
> you anymore and your mind will feel less encumbered.
>
> As I wrote, those are not revolutionary ways but surely can boost our
> intelligence and we will have more topics to talk about with well-
> educated people. I'm sure that majority of you already knew all those
> points but only small number actually try to follow the tips.
>
> Q1 Do you think that those ways can help with increasing intelligence?
> Why? Why not?
>
> Q2 Have you ever tried to follow at least one of the points?
> If yes, did you see a result?
> If not, do you think it's worth trying?
>
> Q3 What do you think about importance of 'intelligence' these days? Do
> you get the feeling that money and acquaintances are much more
> important than cleverness?
>
> Have a nice weekend,
> Piotrek
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