Boost your brainpower with a dose of nature

Picture this. A clear blue sky. Fresh clean air. Old ancient trees. Beautiful birdsong. Nice, eh? Now imagine this. Noise from traffic. Pollution. Dirty plastic waste. A sea of concrete. Let me ask you this – which scenery do you prefer? Judging from the huge digital image of a blue sky and mountains in the […]

The Micromovement Method: A fun way for busy people to get things done

I recently came across a great technique to help busy people get things done. In the book “Juicy Pens Thirsty Paper” bestselling author Sark presents the idea of working in “micro movements”. Whilst her book is aimed at people who want to write a book, you can use this technique to help you complete any […]

It’s all in the mind: Turning work into play

When I mention the words work and study, what immediately jumps to mind? Many of us can’t help but think of … Pressure Deadlines The possibility of failure Fatigue/exhaustion Pain/discomfort A lack of choice In contrast, the word play brings up a whole other world … Relaxation Having fun Feeling energised Not worrying about achieving […]

Visual note-taking for people who think they can’t draw

If I asked you to draw a picture of a chicken what would your reaction be? “No way, I can’t draw” or “Sure, no problem!”? Many people I work with have a black and white view when it comes to drawing. They think they either can or can’t draw. For this reason, teaching any form […]