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ARE WE AT THE VERGE OF ACHIEVING TIME TRAVEL?
Time travel has long been a subject of fascination, sparking curiosity and imagination across cultures and generations. The concept of traversing through time, whether into the past or future, has been a prevalent theme in literature, movies, scientific discussions, and philosophical debates. However, despite its prevalence in popular culture, time travel remains a notion steeped in mystery and theoretical complexities.
By Purity Isaboke2 years ago in BookClub
Mastering the Art of Deduction: This Can Make You Approach Problems like Hercule Poirot
Hercule Poirot, the renowned detective created by Agatha Christie, stands as a paragon of deductive reasoning in literature. His unparalleled ability to untangle the most convoluted mysteries through logical analysis and acute observation has captivated audiences for generations. Let's delve into the intricate world of Poirot's deductive prowess, exploring the facets that make him an emblem of astute detective work.
By Adrian Wordsmith2 years ago in BookClub
"The Symphony of Compassion"
In a world where emotions manifested as vibrant colors and harmonious melodies, lived a young woman named Lyra. Born with a unique gift, Lyra could hear the music of people's hearts and see the colors of their emotions. Her days were filled with the kaleidoscope of human sentiments, from the joyous crescendos of laughter to the melancholic notes of sorrow.
By JOHN JOEL STEPHEN C.ORBISO2 years ago in BookClub
The Unlikely Hero of the Midnight Alley
In the heart of a bustling city, where the neon lights cast vibrant hues upon the worn cobblestone streets, there existed a place forgotten by most—the Midnight Alley. It was a narrow passage, concealed between towering skyscrapers, and shrouded in an air of mystery. Little did the city know that within the shadows of this forgotten alley, an unlikely hero would emerge.
By JOHN JOEL STEPHEN C.ORBISO2 years ago in BookClub
"The Punderful Olympics: Where Laughter Takes the Gold!"
In the quaint town of Jovialville, nestled between rolling hills and meandering streams, a unique event unfolded every four years — The Punderful Olympics: Where Laughter Takes the Gold! Jovialville was renowned for its love of humor, and the Punderful Olympics had become a cherished tradition that brought joy and laughter to the hearts of all who attended.
By JOHN JOEL STEPHEN C.ORBISO2 years ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: The Corset by Laura Purcell
Imagine that you could inflict pain on your enemies without having any actual contact with them; imagine that you could imbue items with a supernatural power which would make them itch or fester or shrink; imagine if this was possible and that you could do this without it being traced back to you.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: To review or not to review? . Top Story - November 2023.
It's been a strange week for this writer for many reasons, most of them requiring me to draw on emotional reserves that, for the most part, remain slumbering deep in my inner recesses, never needed in the charmed life I lead.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in BookClub
Rachel Reviews: The Cows [Don't Follow The Herd] by Dawn O'Porter
The Cows is a book that surprises. Dawn O'Porter takes our perception of what women should be in terms of traditional views and messes with it, presenting us with a truer, more 21st century vision. I found it challenging in terms of its direction and what it highlights, not its content, and darkly humorous.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in BookClub
Reading Orlam
Introduction For my birthday I got the Polly Jean Harvey book "Orlam". I was a little confused about it at first, but now it has revealed itself to me and I am enjoying exploring the worlds and magical mythical creatures and people that are described here.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in BookClub
How to overcome your mistakes
In a 2019 study, over 400 participants were enlisted to learn a mysterious, invented language. Individuals were asked about three pairs of runes— for example, which of these two characters represents an animal? Then, after a brief break, they were asked about the same rune pairs with questions flipped, as in, which of these two runes represents a non-living object? But this game had a secret— The subjects’ answers in round one determined the runes’ meanings in round two. In the first round, participants either had all their answers marked as correct no matter what, or they were forced to fail every question. This meant that at the break, every participant had the same amount of information, and in round two they were playing for real. But despite this even playing field, the successful participants from round one rose to the top of the ranks, while those cast as failures kept, well, failing. People often describe failure as a teachable moment— a necessary stumble on our way to improvement. But learning from our mistakes isn't always easy, especially when those failures are demoralizing, overwhelming, or just downright confusing. So what exactly prevents us from turning our mistakes into mastery? Perhaps the most obvious hurdle to learning from failure is how painful it can be. People generally want to think of themselves as capable and competent, and experiencing failure threatens that self-image. In a survey following a replication of the rune study, participants in the failure group indicated much lower levels of self-confidence after participating. It’s tempting to dismiss this pain as a temporary setback. But some studies have found that when people feel demoralized or incompetent, their brains often stop processing new information. This suggests that if a threat to your self-esteem is large enough, it can undermine your ability to learn. However, your tolerance for failure also depends on your relationship with the task at hand. In a study from 2011, researchers surveyed a group of American students enrolled in introductory and advanced French courses. These students completed a questionnaire asking what kind of teacher they preferred— one who emphasized their strengths and successes, or one who highlighted their mistakes and corrected their weaknesses. In general, responses showed that while beginner students sought positive reinforcement, advanced students were more eager for critical feedback. Researchers have theorized a handful of explanations for these results. Having just started out, beginners are still determining if they enjoy learning French and if they want to continue studying, so they might crave praise as a way to stay motivated. On the other hand, the advanced students are already invested, so they may want to improve their skills as efficiently as possible. The process of gaining expertise also comes with its fair share of failure, so the advanced students may have built a higher tolerance for making mistakes. But whether you're an expert or a novice, it’s usually much more straightforward to learn from your successes than your failures. For example, imagine getting your grade back on an exam. If you aced it, you could reasonably assume you made good choices around when, what, and how much to study, and you can replicate those decisions for the next test. But if you failed, it could be for any number of reasons. Maybe you didn’t study enough, maybe you studied the wrong information, or maybe you did everything right and the test covered things you shouldn't have been expected to know. In cases like this, it’s unclear exactly what went wrong, making it difficult to learn how to improve. Wanting to learn from our failures is completely natural, and there’s a lot to gain by being resilient and cultivating a growth mindset. But fixating on your failures can make it easy to forget all your successes. And building on what you’re doing right can be more effective than focusing on what you did wrong.
By Adekunle Adeleke2 years ago in BookClub
Utopia Is Unachievable
In Lois Lowry's The Giver, the pursuit of perfection leads to the revelation that by creating a seemingly utopian world by eliminating suffering, more is lost than gained. The narrative traces the experiences of a twelve year-old protagonist who seeks to overcome the control imposed upon him by his totalitarian government and bring back the vibrancy and uniqueness that once existed. By trying to pursue such Utopian ideals, their society is stripped of diversity and individuality. Similarly, Lowry depicts a world that is heavily monitored and regulated. All the citizens are easily manipulated and conform to the numerous rules that they are presented with. Whilst majority of the community is oblivious to the sinister side of their seemingly utopian world, the protagonist has access to memories of the past and is faced with immense pain and the deep knowledge of their dystopian world.
By Aashini Rastogi2 years ago in BookClub
7 Benefits of Reading
7 Benefits of Reading 1. Enhances Cognitive Abilities: Reading regularly stimulates various cognitive functions such as memory, attention, and critical thinking. It helps to improve reasoning skills, problem-solving abilities, and the overall functioning of the brain.
By Thanda Shabalala2 years ago in BookClub