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What are some of the fears that are holding you back from new experiences? Having certain fears is a very natural part of what makes us human. In fact, contrary to what many of us believe, fear is not necessarily a negative aspect of our existence. It is, after all, how we manage to identify … Read moreTricking Your Brain Into Overcoming Fears
You have spent a substantial period of time studying a particular subject, yet when you receive your results, you find that they do not reflect the amount of work you have invested. Does this sound familiar? In such a situation, it would be natural to feel demoralised and be tempted to avoid trying again. Instead … Read more3 Reasons You May Not Be Achieving Desired Results
As we know, the process of learning takes place in the brain. However, the brain is also responsible for the rest of our cognitive processes such as emotions, attention and memory. What we may not always realise is how closely these functions are related. When your brain receives new information, this data will be stored … Read moreThe Connection Between Emotion and Learning
We all experience our stress levels rising several times a week or even several times a day. However, it is not the stress itself that is bad for our health. On the contrary, it can occasionally even have a positive outcome and work as a great motivator. It is, in fact, the way we perceive … Read moreWhy Stress Is NOT Bad For You
While being trained on the best way to conduct oneself in the workplace, we are always advised to be self-assured and carry ourselves with confidence. This type of behaviour is not something that may come naturally to many of us, especially due to our past experiences of dealing with figures of authority such as teachers … Read moreBeing Assertive Without Being Aggressive
Have you ever been asked a question that has struck you as offensive, patronising or just alarmingly ignorant? We’ve all likely experienced this at some point during our personal or professional interactions and have probably responded with what we considered to be the requisite level of sarcasm and irritation. Now think about a time when … Read moreAnswering Questions Without Sounding Condescending
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you feel you are teaching a child who does not seem to be grasping concepts, despite continuous attempts? Perhaps it is time to change your teaching approach. According to developmental psychologist, Howard Gardner, children do not all possess a general ability when it comes to learning … Read moreIdentifying Types of Learners
You’re not always going to agree with everyone you meet. There are frequent instances where we find ourselves in situations where we simply cannot bring ourselves to share the perspective of another person. In such a case, how must one effectively deal with this difference of opinion? The first step would be to identify the difference between … Read moreDebating vs. Arguing
A frequent barrier in effective communication is the way we deliver an apology after an altercation. Whether in personal or professional situations, we have all managed to find ourselves in a position where we are expected to apologise for certain behaviours. Regardless of whether we feel that this apology is warranted or not, the way … Read moreThe Act of Apologising
The woes of not having enough time are not unfamiliar for most of us. The desperate attempt to stay on top of work that is piling up is a struggle that many of us are all too familiar with. Stress levels rise as we anxiously glance at our seemingly endless to-do list, while dreading the … Read moreTime Eaters
