What’s the most important thing about the universe that most of us don’t know and that we should?That the atoms in our body, the nitrogen, the iron, the carbon, all of this, are traceable to cosmic crucibles, deep in the centers of stars. The star manufactures them by thermonuclear fusion; and when it explodes, it scatters that enrichment into gas clouds that make the next generation of star systems, such as we.So it is not like we are out in the universe, looking up and saying “I am alive in this universe, but I feel small”. No: the universe is alive within us; and we should feel large.

“The universe is alive within us; and we should feel large.”

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The Most Important Universe Fact - Neil deGrasse Tyson

Active recall is crucial for effective learning because it involves actively retrieving information from memory rather than passively reviewing material. This process strengthens neural connections, making it more likely for the information to be retained in the long term. By actively engaging with the material through practices like self-quizzing,using flashcards,summarizing without looking at notes, learners reinforce their understanding and enhance the recallability of information.

Active Recall

Spaced repetition is a learning technique that uses increasing intervals of time between review sessions to improve long-term retention.It's like revisiting old material before you forget it completely! 🧠💭Key Concepts:<ul><li>Learning technique</li><li>Increasing intervals of time</li><li>Review sessions</li><li>Long-term retention</li></ul>

Spaced Repetition

This note is about the use of retrieval practice as a study technique, which involves recalling information from memory instead of just reviewing it.

Benefits of retrieval practice include:
<ul>
 <li>Increased retention</li>
 <li>Better understanding</li>
 <li>Improved long-term recall</li>
</ul>

🧠 Pro Tip: Don't just read your notes, practice recalling them!

Retrieval Practice

The key takeaways include the importance of active recall ,spaced repetition and retrieval practice.The book emphasizes the need to move beyond passive studying and highlights techniques that enhance long term retention and understanding

To most of us, learning something "the hard way" implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. Drawing on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and other disciplines, the authors offer concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners. Memory plays a central role in our ability to carry out complex cognitive tasks, such as applying knowledge to problems never before encountered and drawing inferences from facts already known. New insights into how memory is encoded, consolidated, and later retrieved have led to a better understanding of how we learn. Grappling with the impediments that make learning challenging leads both to more complex mastery and better retention of what was learned. Many common study habits and practice routines turn out to be counterproductive. Underlining and highlighting, rereading, cramming, and single-minded repetition of new skills create the illusion of mastery, but gains fade quickly. More complex and durable learning come from self-testing, introducing certain difficulties in practice, waiting to re-study new material until a little forgetting has set in, and interleaving the practice of one skill or topic with another. Speaking most urgently to students, teachers, trainers, and athletes, Make It Stick will appeal to all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement.

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Peter C. Brown is a writer and former management consultant.

Peter C. Brown

Henry L. Roediger III is James S. McDonnell Distinguished University Professor of Psychology at Washington University in St. Louis.

Henry L. Roediger III

Mark A. McDaniel is Professor of Psychology and Director of the Center for Integrative Research on Cognition, Learning, and Education (CIRCLE) at Washington University in St. Louis.

Mark A. McDaniel

Make It Stick

That’s because our dreams are usually out of reach. Why else would it be a dream?

It’s not easy. And there’s a high price to pay for pursuing it. That’s why only crazy, driven people go after their dreams

Most folks prefer the certainty of a 9–5 job, watching a TV show in the evening, and going out on the weekend.

They don’t work on their dreams. But if you do, then it means you’re different. And in the eyes of many people, you’re crazy. And that’s okay.

Look, the problem is not that you’re a little crazy. You don’t have to be ashamed if you try to become the best in your field. Or if you want to become a millionaire. But here’s the catch: Humans tend to bite off more than they can chew when it comes to dreams.We don’t want just one slice of life; we want the whole pie. We want to bench press our way to fitness, charm people with our Spanish, and savor every bite of that pizza.

The problem: Chasing too many dreams

But our time and resources are limited. Willpower and good habits can only go so far. Unless you’re born with generational wealth, perfect genetics, and a social circle that gives you the best opportunities in the world — You’ll have to work hard for your dreams. And if you’re chasing too many things, you likely won’t achieve your big goals.So you have to decide: What major goal is truly important to you? Which dream do you genuinely want to work for?

Achieving a dream is all about the process, not the results. If you want to be a millionaire, you need to do something you enjoy that earns you millions in the process. If you want to be a famous writer, you have to enjoy writing consistently.Dreams take time to happen. And only those who love the process can stay the course long enough to achieve their desired results.

If you want to achieve your dreams, you have to be relentless about making them happen. It takes a lot of focus and drive to achieve one’s goals.

You Need a Little “Crazy” if You Want to Achieve Your Dreams

As the blackhole is approached our sun, you might think it would swallow it in one blazing gulp.NO, Instead the strong Gravitational pull would begin to pull matter from the sun just like a strand being pulled from a ball of  yarn.

🕳️ When the Blackhole Approaches the sun !

Huge Portions of Gas would be ripped away from it & they would spin around the blackhole joining the accretion disk formed by the gas and dust of all our neighboring planet.This tearing apart of the sun would keep going on until our no longer existed.What's left behind would be nothing more than a gas cloud.

🪐 Accretion Disk.

But if it really collides ? Here, We need to correct our misconception!

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Self-identity refers to the recognition, understanding, and categorization of oneself as a distinct individual with a unique combination of traits, characteristics, roles, and affiliations.- Components: It encompasses various elements, including personal traits, roles (such as student, friend, or employee), cultural or social affiliations, and a sense of continuity and consistency over time.- Dynamic Nature:Self-identity is dynamic and can evolve over the lifespan as individuals experience personal growth, life events, and changes in their social environment.

Self-Identity

Self-concept is a specific aspect of self-identity. It involves the perceptions, beliefs, and evaluations an individual holds about their own abilities, attributes, and worth. <ul><li>It includes how one sees oneself in terms of competence, appearance, intelligence, and other relevant domains. Self-concept can be influenced by personal experiences and feedback from others.</li></ul>A person's self-concept can significantly impact their behavior, choices, and interactions. Positive self-concept tends to contribute to confidence and well-being, while a negative self-concept may lead to self-doubt and insecurity.

Self-Concept

- Self-identity is a broader concept that encompasses various aspects of one's existence, including roles, affiliations, and a sense of continuity. Self-concept is a more focused element, specifically dealing with how one perceives oneself in terms of various attributes.- While self-identity provides a holistic view of the self, self-concept hones in on the evaluative and cognitive aspects of personal perception.

Self-Identity Vs Self-Concept

- Both concepts are interconnected; one's self-concept contributes to their overall self-identity. How individuals see themselves in specific areas (self-concept) contributes to the larger understanding of who they are (self-identity). Understanding both self-identity and self-concept is crucial in psychology as they play pivotal roles in shaping behavior, emotions, and overall well-being.

Understand yourself and those around you.

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This is an important breakdown if your studying for the PMP certification.This is best used with the Deepstash Ai text to audio feature!

Plan / Manage (Project  or phase) Closure & Transitions

Optimal success for this project – realization of the project purpose - requires delivery of a quality product resulting in satisfied customers and conducting a deliberate closure. This includes an effective “hand-off” to a subsequent phase and team (i.e. transition or handoff from Design to Construction). The following elements describe the transition or closure of identify project or phase.

Delivering the Goods

Identify the major activities and milestones of the project that will require a formal transition process. Consider the following criteria:<ul><li>Delivery and acceptance of major elements of the work.</li><li>Transfer of responsibility for all or a major portion of the project.</li><li>Major turnover of project staff, resources or location of performance.</li></ul>Include those activities as discrete work elements in the project schedule. Establish project specific acceptance requirements and procedures to ensure completion of each activity, phase, or the project and financial closeout.

1: Transition Points (pt 1 of 2)

Identify the steps and requirements to demobilize staff and resources.<ul><li>Identify and describe transition points in the project and how staff will transition to their next assignment.</li><li>Identify activities, steps and requirements for demobilizing, returning or terminating facilities, equipment and services as they are acquired.</li><li>Establish roles, responsibilities, budgets and schedules for the activities involved in demobilizing facilities, equipment and services associated with each transition event.</li></ul>

1: Transition Points (pt 2 of 2)

<ul><li>Establish specific project team activities and responsibilities for identifying, compiling, documenting, and reporting lessons learned throughout the life of the project.</li><li>Lessons learned should be a standing agenda item at project status meetings. </li></ul>As each transition point or final closure is reached: <ol><li>Compile</li><li> Report</li><li>Document lessons learned</li></ol>

2: Review and Document Lessons Learned

Review current archiving policies with Region/Organization Management and determine the specific archiving requirements and Electronic Content Management (ECM) processes.<ul><li>Develop specific record keeping instructions for document management during the course of the project. </li><li>Include instructions for maintaining hardcopy and electronic files, sequestering original documents, dates and project information on documents, copying documents, and the maintenance of document logs.</li></ul>

3: Archive

Review WSDOT rewards and recognition requirements and policies.<ul><li>Identify “target” performance metrics in key areas that are critical to project success. The metrics should be strong indicators of performance beyond expectations and should be “stretch” targets that are achievable but require significant “extra” effort to accomplish.</li><li>Based on these target performance metrics, identify appropriate project rewards and recognition for exemplary performance. </li></ul>

4: Evaluate, Reward and Recognize team members

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Are you mixing up "Time Management" and "Task Management"?At the <a href="https://paperlessmovement.com/">Paperless Movement®</a>, we see this often.Let's clarify these key productivity concepts.

What Is the Difference Between "Task Management" and "Time Management"?

"Time Management" is about planning and organizing your time across various activities, not just tasks.As a busy professional, your time isn't just spent on tasks; it includes meetings, commutes, and many other events.

What Is "Time Management"?

1. Prioritization2. Self-awareness3. Planning with our ICOR® PEA model4. Delegation5. Avoiding Procrastination6. Setting Boundaries7. Continuous Review

Key Aspects of Time Management:

In contrast, "Task Management" is all about managing the tasks themselves.It involves defining, organizing, prioritizing, and executing tasks effectively.Here, the overlap with “Time Management” is evident, especially in terms like “organizing” and “prioritizing”.

What Is "Task Management"?

Yes, both “Task Management” and “Time Management”, involve organizing and prioritizing, but there's a key difference.With “Task Management”, think of focusing solely on the task itself, almost like looking at a snapshot. For "Task Management", only focus on what the task is about:<ul><li>Task Identification</li><li>Task Analysis</li><li>Resource Allocation</li></ul>Forget time-related aspects; focus on the task’s essence.While both involve organizing and prioritizing, they differ in focus.

"Time Management" vs. "Task Management"

Think of “Task Management” as the static part (structure) of your tasks (what they are, what they need, who's doing them…) and “Time Management” as the dynamic aspect (time); when they're done, how long they take, and so forth.

The Key Concept to Differentiate "Time Management" vs. "Task Management"

For "Task Management", use tools like task management software, for example, Todoist, or project management software, for instance, ClickUp.For "Time Management", planners like Sunsama or Akiflow are ideal.They're designed for scheduling and managing time, blending tasks and events.

The Right Tools for "Time Management" and "Task Management"

Task managers typically include time-related features like start and due dates, which can lead to confusion.This confusion arises because when people see these time elements, they often shift their focus to planning and execution, a phenomenon I like to call "overlapping."Use task or project managers for preliminary planning, providing a framework for your planner.But remember, genuine "Time Management" happens in planners.

Why Do People Get Confused Between "Time Management" and "Task Management"?

Understanding these concepts helps in using tools effectively.It’s not about working harder, but smarter, using the right tools in the right way.Embrace these nuances in these two crucial concepts to boost productivity, enjoying a more sustainable work experience. Read the full article <a href="https://paperlessmovement.com/articles/what-is-the-difference-between-task-management-and-time-management/">here</a>!

Why Differentiating Between "Time Management" and "Task Management"?

Key Aspects of Time Management

You can use the advices in the book to achieve power or you can arm against

How To Use

The book contains 48 laws which are often termed as evil laws, but it depends on the perspective of person who uses it

48 Laws

One of the laws of the book is 'Always speak less than necessary' this has a deep meaning! The more you speak chances are high that you may speak something stupid ! Also a person who speaks less is often seen as powerful

Popular Laws From This Book 

A bestselling book for those who want power

Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this multi-million-copy New York Times bestseller is the definitive manual for anyone interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control – from the author of The Laws of Human Nature. In the book that People magazine proclaimed “beguiling” and “fascinating,” Robert Greene and Joost Elffers have distilled three thousand years of the history of power into 48 essential laws by drawing from the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, and Carl Von Clausewitz and also from the lives of figures ranging from Henry Kissinger to P.T. Barnum.   Some laws teach the need for prudence (“Law 1: Never Outshine the Master”), others teach the value of confidence (“Law 28: Enter Action with Boldness”), and many recommend absolute self-preservation (“Law 15: Crush Your Enemy Totally”). Every law, though, has one thing in common: an interest in total domination. In a bold and arresting two-color package, The 48 Laws of Power is ideal whether your aim is conquest, self-defense, or simply to understand the rules of the game.

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Robert Greene is an American author of books on strategy, power, and seduction. He has written six international bestsellers, including The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, The 33 Strategies of War, The 50th Law, Mastery, and The Laws of Human Nature.

Robert Greene

The 48 Laws of Power

Because it is a distortion of being more fully human, sooner or later being less human leads the opressed to struggle against those who made them so. In order for this struggle to have meaning, the oppressed must not, in seeking to regain their humanity (which is a way to create it), become in turn oppressors of the oppressors, but rather restorers of the humanity in both.

Not Losing Humanity When Fighting Oppression

The oppressed, having internalised the image of the oppressor and adopted his guidelines, are fearful of freedomFreedom would require them to eject this image and replace it with autonomy and responsibility. Freedom is acquired by conquest, not by gift. It must be pursued constantly and responsibly. Freedom is not an ideal located outside of man: nor is it an idea which becomes myth. It is rather an indispensable condition for the quest for human completion.

The Courage For Freedom

Conditioned by the experience of opressing others, any situations other than their former seems to them like oppression. Formerly they could eat, dress, wear shoes, be educated, travel, and hear Beethoven; while millions did not eat, had no clothes or shoes, neither studied nor traveled, much less listened to Beethoven. Any restrictions on this way of life, in the name of the rights of the community, appears to the former oppressors as a profound violation of their individual rights - although they had no respect for the millions who suffered.

The Oppressor’s Bias

For the oppressors, “human beings” refers only to themselves; other people are “things”.

Certain opressors change sides and join the oppressed in their struggle for liberation, but because of their background they believe that they must be the executors of the transformation. They talk about the people, but they do not trust them; and trusting the people is the indispensable precondition for revolutionary change. A real humanist can be identified more by his trust in the people, which engages him in their struggle, than by a thousand actions in their favor without that trust.

Humanity Implies Trust

This relationship involves a narrating Subject (the teacher) and patient, listening objects (the students). The teacher talks about reality as if were motionless, static, compartmentalized, and predictable. He expounds on a topic completely alien to the existential experience of the students. His task is to “fill” the students with the contents of his narration.Words are emptied of their concreteness and become a hollow, alienated, and alienating verbosity.

The Narrative Character Of Education

Education becomes an act of depositing, in which the students are the depositories and the teacher is the depositor. Students become collectors or cataloguers of the things they store.

The Banking Concept Of Education

Knowledge emerges only through invention and re-invention, through restless, impatient, continuing, hopeful inquiry human beings pursue in the world, with the world, and with each other. The raison d’être of libertarian education lies in its drive towards reconciliation.Education must begin with the solution of the teacher-student contradiction, by reconciling the poles of contradiction so that both are simultaneously teachers and students.

Curiosity vs. Learning

The interests of the oppressors lie in “changing the consciousness of the opressed, not the situation which oppresses them”. The educator’s role is to regulate the way the world “enters into” the students. People “receive” the world as passive entities. The educated individual is the adapted person, because she or he is better “fit” for the world. Everything in this ready-to-wear approach serves to obviate thinking.

Ready-to-wear Education

The role of the problem-posing educator is to create, together with the students, the conditions under which knowledge at the level of the doxa is superseded by true knowledge, at the level of the logos. Whereas banking education anesthetizes and inhibits creative power, problem-posing education involves a constant unveiling of reality. The former attempts to maintain the submersion of counsciousness; the latter strives for the emergence of consciousness and critical intervention in reality.

Education as the practice of freedom

Education as the practice of freedom- as opposed to education as the practice of domination- denies that man is abstract, isolated, independent, and unattached to the world; it also denies that the world exists as a reality apart from people.

People in their relation to the world

Problem-posing education affirms men and women as beings in the process of becoming- as unfinished, uncompleted beings in and with a likewise unfinished reality. The unfinished character pf human beings and the transformational character of reality necessitate that education be an ongoing activity. Problem-posing education is revolutionary futurity.

The unfinished character of human beings

The pursuit of full humanity cannot be carried out in isolation or individualism, but only in fellowship and solidarity. No one can be authentically human while he prevents others from being so.

Attempting to be more human

The world is spiralling with global conflicts and one wonders how true change can come about within oppressed societies. Freire’s text remains ardently relevant.

Paulo Freire

Pedagogy of the Oppressed

Income statement or P/L statement is a financial statement that summarizes the revenue, expenses and the profit/loss generated by a business over a period of time. For example, you can write an income statement for a period from 01.04.2022 to 31.03.2023 or from 01.01.2022 to 31.03.2022. Generally, an income statement is prepared for an accounting period

What is an Income Statement?

Revenue: the total earnings of a company summarized during a specific accounting period.
- Sum of gross receipts earned during a specific timeframe. 💰

Understanding Revenue 💰

In accounting, revenue and expense can be recognized through two methods:<ol><li> Accrual method: Income is recognized as and when it is billed, even if cash has not been received yet.</li><li> Cash basis accounting: Income and expenses are recognized when cash is actually received or paid, respectively.</li></ol>In the income statement, the accrual method is followed, which means that revenue and expense are recorded as they are earned and incurred, respectively.

Recognition of Income and Expense

<ul><li>Business Entity Assumption: A business's transactions are kept separate from those of its stakeholders, except for sole proprietors.</li><li>Monetary unit assumption: Transactions in the income statement are not adjusted for inflation.</li></ul>In the income statement, a business's expenses and income are recorded separately from its stakeholders, except in the case of sole proprietors. This helps to accurately track the financial performance of the business.Additionally, the transactions in the income statement are not adjusted for inflation, meaning that they are recorded at their original value

Assumptions in the Income Statement

Cost Principle: Transactions are recorded at their original cost, not market value.
Going Concern Principle: Transactions are recorded as if the business will continue indefinitely.

Assumptions in Income Statement Cont'd...

Any business generates assets that are then sold off to create revenue. As per the matching principle, only the expenses which are related to the realized sales are treated as expenses

Matching of Revenue and Expenses

Generally, there are two types of expenses.Operating expenses : General expenses involved in functioning of a business. Eg: rent, purchase of Raw materials, cost of conversion, marketing costs, salary, electricity expenses etcNon-operating expenses: Expenses involving depreciation, interest on loansetc.

Types of Expenses

Revenue- expenses= Profit earned

Equation Of Income 

Understanding Profit and Loss Statements and Income Statements

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