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Remember that time you talked to that friend about the differences between short-term and long-term memory? You probably don’t! We don’t blame you, we can hardly remember what we had for lunch yesterday. The book for today – appropriately titled “Unlimited Memory” – is written by someone who remembers not only all of his last week’s meals but also about 10,000 digits of Pi!

Kevin Horsley is a professional speaker, learning assistant, an International Grand Master of Memory, and twice a Memory World Record holder. He’s right when he says that whether it is because of tomorrow’s exam or because of your wife’s anniversary, “memory is the cornerstone of our existence. It determines the quality of our decisions and, therefore, our entire life!”

Fortunately, like so many other things, memory isn’t something we’re born with, but a tool that can be sharpened. Therefore, Horsley’s very actionable book offers many different ways on how you can do this.

Let’s have a look at the most attention-grabbing ones.

Welcome to another episode of English with Nab’s podcast, this week we are talking about social media and how has changed the way we interact with each other and how we use the internet. Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and others are many people’s daily companions. But for all the good they do, they are also extremely addictive. I will be talking about 10 arguments why you should get rid of your social media accounts right now.

Get ready to learn about the darker side of social media!

Have you ever felt like you’re not in control of your life? Have you ever felt like you’re going nowhere and you want to do something about it but can’t figure out where to start? Have you ever felt like you’ve lost all motivation to chase your dreams and attain the life you desire, the life you most probably deserve? And why do we feel that your answer to all of these questions is a tentative “yes”? “A vibrant, genuine, and purposeful life is the right of all humankind,” Brendon Burchard reminds us in the first sentence of his immensely memorable 2014 book: “The Motivation Manifesto.” 

Most people learn how to read in elementary school and don’t have any developmental reading training afterward. As a consequence, they are probably trying to meet adult reading challenges with outdated, child-appropriate methods. 
“Read Like a Pro” is here to mend this: 
Get ready to learn how to read like an adult and prepare to become skilled at speed-reading!

Welcome, fellow bibliophiles, to a literary odyssey unlike any other! Have you ever felt the exhilarating rush of diving into the pages of a captivating book, eager to unravel its mysteries and glean profound insights? If so, then you are in for a treat, because today, we're embarking on a voyage through the art of active reading.

In the immortal words of "How to Read a Book," this podcast is dedicated to readers and aspiring readers alike. Whether you're a seasoned bookworm or just beginning to dip your toes into the vast ocean of literature, there's something here for you. Together, we'll explore the essence of active reading and uncover its transformative power.

So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of intellectual exploration, join me as we delve into the heart of this timeless practice and master its four levels of active reading. Get comfortable, grab your favorite beverage, and let's embark on this literary adventure together!

Our habits of yesterday are who we are today. Consequently, it doesn’t really matter how successful you are at the moment – what matters is whether your habits are leading you toward success the moment after. With “Atomic Habits,” James Clear wants to nudge you in the right direction by providing you with an evidence-based framework that can help you build the habits you’ve always wanted to define you.

So, get ready to learn how to achieve remarkable results through tiny changes and prepare to develop into a better person through a straightforward four-step program!