#Lumosity

[elvencantation]

i feel like this does very well at illustrating the strengths and weaknesses of my adhd. im better than the average at everything except memory. flexibility i think has the biggest difference (and speed? huh? being timed usually stresses me out). this is lumosity by the way, i got a subscription when the brain fog seemed to stick around after i got covid for the second time

[anarchyroll]

Perceived Momentum Solidifies #Habits

I’ve been a premium subscriber to Lumosity (brain games app) on and off for a decade now. I find it helpful. The older I get the more I realize my brain can use all the help it can get. Real, imagined, or placebo I don’t care. Don’t tell me about the labor pains just show me the baby. I would use it reasonably consistently here and there then drop off. I would subscribe to the premium version…

[folklore-girl]

saved <33

[oatmeal-stans-the-trash-rat]

I love Humans Are Space Orcs and all therein because humans are just really fucking weird.

So, of course, I ended up with a little WIP.

In which I did some research about White Dwarf Suns, how they affect plants & planets, how lack of sunlight affects color pigments, etc. I ended up making my own alien species, as you do, and it is interesting.

Currently, the species doesn't have a name. It's this reptilian-like, biologically-plant-fused creature that has a home planet orbiting a White Dwarf Sun. Because it has flora fused into its biology, it makes its own food like plants do: via photosynthesis. But wait! White Dwarf Suns have low lumosity & this planet, called K-J12, has a bunch of moons and rings kinda like Saturn. So. Lack of sunlight means it's a whole lot harder for things to feed via photosynthesis.

Solution: plants that feed from moonlight, promptly named Selenosynthesis.

Selenosynthesis is basically photosynthesis but with moonlight instead of sunlight. The Photo- prefix means "light" and the Seleno- prefix means "moon". So, this process is how plant life & Biological Plant Fusion (BPF) type creatures feed themselves and survive.

There's a lot more lore, but I wanted to share the bit about Selenosynthesis.

[aziraphales-library]

Hello 💕 do you have any truth or dare fics to recommend? X

We have some fics involving dares here. Here are some truth or dare fics...

A Question of Who Started What by lumosity (T)

Aziraphale finds out that Crowley started the Catholic church during a game of truth or dare. ------- “I really didn’t mean for it to go that far. I just kinda...yknow, made an eensy joke to some men at a bar and they, ah, took it too far,” Crowley said, tilting his head back to look at the scant clouds above. “What was that joke, exactly?” Aziraphale asked, trying his best to keep the tension out of his voice. “Something about putting saint’s body parts in the altars,” Crowley mumbled, tipping his face into his drink before taking a massive swig. “You’re the one who started the relics?” Aziraphale hissed.

Truth or Dare by JonsiGray (M)

It's a dark and stormy night, quite unlike the night Crowley delivered the anti-christ. Well, not delivered delivered. Aziraphale and Crowley are nestled on Crowley's sofa in their cottage under a thick blanket having a glass of wine. The power is out and Aziraphale lights an obscene amount of candles along with the fire in the grate. They are perfectly content until Crowley suggests an amusing, and frightful, way to pass the time. “I’ll be right back.” Crowley slid from under the cashmere blanket and ran off to the kitchen, the stone floor freezing under his bare feet. Crowley was quiet in there. Too quiet. Then suddenly Aziraphale heard whisking. Crowley ran back and slid under the blanket. "What is this?" "You have to drink it. All of it."

Truth or Dare by HopeCoppice (T)

It's Aziraphale's first time playing Truth or Dare. Crowley has a secret to protect, all the way from the Garden itself.

Truth or Dare by DarkRomance (E)

An AU where Crowley and Aziraphale are university students sharing a dorm room. It's Saturday night and Crowley is bored. Aziraphale is reading, but gets his book from him, asking if he wants to play a game. Aziraphale agrees. The game is "Truth or Dare"

Warmed from the Snow by PrincessDianaArtemis (E)

Aziraphale and Crowley find themselves snowed into the Bookshop and decided to play a couple of games to keep themselves entertained. One thing leads to another which leads to admissions, confessions, and some new experiences for them.

Truth or Dare by MirjamOmens (E)

“Let’s ask questions, like Truth or Dare!” Crowley burst out laughing. “You do realize what you are getting into?” he said, “I could dare you to all manners of sins, it's called tempting, I’m a professional!” “I’m not going to pick a dare, silly!” Aziraphale chuckled. “And you aren’t either, just the questions!” “It’s not the Truth or Dare then!” Crowley objected, still laughing. Aziraphale waved his hand to indicate something about not caring the least. “Do you not want to play then?”

The Tutor by tenandi (E)

Aziraphale is popular, outgoing, and one of the most accomplished students Holy Cross has ever seen. When he's tasked with tutoring the school's worst student he ends up getting schooled in a very different manner. (Waggles eyebrows). - “Aziraphale,” Crowley says thoughtfully, sounding out the name on his tongue. “You’re not asking me to corrupt you, are you?” The blonde doesn’t even bother to look embarrassed or uncertain. Instead, he affects one of his cockiest smiles. “Is that a truth or a dare?”

- Mod D

[study-with-aura]

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Happy Valentine's Day to those who celebrate the holiday! While I was away at my robotics course, my mom baked oatmeal cranberry cookies (pictured above)! My dad also picked me up a new squishmallow! Her name is Aidy (pictured above). Isn't she so cute?

The cookies were delicious too, although I only ate one because I have dance. It merely looked strange to have one on the plate for a photo. I will eat another one tonight before bed with my snack I think.

Tasks Completed:

Geometry - Reviewed formulas for surface area and volume + learned to find surface areas and volumes of composite solids + practice

Lit and Comp II - Studied Unit 18 vocabulary + read chapter 20 of Emma by Jane Austen + worked on my newspaper writing assignment + read the news

Spanish 2 - Wrote a schedule of my daily routine in Spanish using vocabulary words

Bible I - Read Joshua 7

World History - Watched the second half of New Hidden Killers: The Edwardian Home and completed chart of inventions with their problems + writing assignment

Biology with Lab - Reviewed ecology terms + worked on proofreading and editing my endangered species project

Foundations - Read more on persuasiveness + completed Lumosity daily brain workout + learned about ad hominem, tu quoque, and special pleading fallacies

Piano - Practiced for one hour

Khan Academy - Completed High School Geometry Unit 9: Lesson 3 part 7

CLEP - None today

Duolingo - Completed at least one lesson each in Spanish, French, and Chinese

Reading - Read pages 261-290 of Warrior Girl Unearthed by Angeline Boulley

Chores - None today

Activities of the Day:

Extracurricular robotics course

Ballet

Variations

Journal/Mindfulness

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What I’m Grateful for Today:

I am grateful for my parents who love me very much.

Quote of the Day:

Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.

-Lao Tzu

🎧Consolations, S. 172: No. 3, Lento placid - Franz Liszt

[lqtraintracks]

Idk if I've ever heard, what's the meaning behind your url?

I know your AO3 has been Lumosed Quill, but where does the train tracks fit in there?

Sorry this took so long, but one of the reasons I let it sit is because it's not a nice story. When I got into HP, I was in an abusive relationship and had been for the last eleven years of my life. My partner at the time forbade me to write HP fic (which, how we got to that point is a long story and a private one), but in essence, I'd had enough. I couldn't escape her yet, but I wasn't going to let her run everything about my life anymore, so I decided I'd outwardly agree not to write it and then do so in secret anyway. I had to think of a name that she would never think to connect to me. I came up with traintracks both because it had no previous meaning that she would catch onto at all, but also because I'd begun to view my own life as a journey toward my freedom but one I didn't yet fully have control over. Like a train on a track, flying through the night, I just had to trust that one day I would reach a better place. I had to believe that I could create the circumstances under which I could leave, but at that time, all I could see were the tracks just ahead of me, just what was illuminated right in front of me, and not anything of the road ahead.

It took me nearly three more years to make my escape, but I did, and it has been literally everything. This December I will have been free of her for 9 years, but I swear it feels like longer, which in itself is wonderful.

And I'm still writing HP. It was a huge factor in my survival, and it's still a huge factor in my joy.

Thank you for the ask. I know this is likely more than you bargained for. <3

[glitteryavenuefart]

I have started doing an art piece a day, Here is day 2 (the right one is on a fake paper lumosity layer):

[2offayyo-kzt]

You see Nandor's old familiar, Benjy (in the 70's) who was hypnotised and abandoned in Delaware, his solution to regain his memory was to use Lumosity (an app to train your memory) , I bet Sean has used it for over 4 years, that's how he managed to survive

[whydousernamesevenexist]

[focusdrinkselixir]

What are the most effective brain training techniques to enhance memory and cognitive abilities?

Effective brain training techniques to enhance memory and cognitive abilities include:

Spaced Repetition: This method involves reviewing information at increasing intervals, helping with long-term retention.

Memory Palaces (Method of Loci): Associating information with physical locations to make recall easier.

Mind Mapping: Creating visual diagrams to organize thoughts and enhance memory.

Brain-Training Apps: Apps like Lumosity or Elevate offer games designed to improve problem-solving and memory skills.

Learning a New Skill: Engaging in new activities, such as learning a language or playing a musical instrument, stimulates brain plasticity.

Meditation and Mindfulness: Practicing mindfulness improves attention and cognitive flexibility.

Physical Exercise: Regular aerobic exercise enhances brain function, especially memory.

Sleep Optimization: Ensuring adequate sleep consolidates memories and boosts cognitive performance.

[study-with-aura]

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Today was a much better day! Also, I was very excited because for the first time since I first learned it a year or two ago, completing the square finally made sense to me. I have no idea how I never understood it until now. All I had to do was divide the x factor by 2 then square it and add that square to both sides of the equation. It's so simple! In other words, I had a lot of fun working on Geometry today because I was thrilled that it finally made sense.

In other news, I accidentally wrote my Biology assignment in my World History notebook. I am not sure how since my Biology notebook is larger than my World History notebook, but it happened. It was three full pages worth of writing, so that is not getting copied over. When I realized what I did, I laughed it off because I was shocked and amused that I had done that.

Tasks Completed:

Geometry - Reviewed completing the square + learned about general equations of circles + practice + honors work

Lit and Comp II - Reviewed Unit 19 Vocabulary + read chapter 29 of Emma by Jane Austen + reviewed figurative language terms + sentence types quiz (non-graded) + read through my next project (due next Tuesday)

Spanish 2 - Learned about passive voice + completed passive voice assignment

Bible I - Read Joshua 22

World History - Looked at a map of the Western Front + read about trench warfare + read a couple of articles (Angels of Mons and Chlorine Gas)

Biology with Lab - Completed global trends quiz + wrote a paragraph about what I would do to help solve one of the world's problems

Foundations - Read the definition of responsibility + completed Lumosity daily brain workout + completed identifying fact from opinion in advertising activity

Piano - Practiced for one hour

Khan Academy - Completed High School Geometry Unit 7: Lesson 3 (already assigned) + completed World History Unit 6: Lesson 3 (part 1)

CLEP - None today

Duolingo - Studied for 15 minutes (Spanish, French, Chinese) + completed daily quests

Reading - Completed Heartstopper: Volume 1

Chores - None today

Activities of the Day:

Extracurricular robotics course

Personal Bible Study (Genesis 31)

Ballet

Variations

Journal/Mindfulness

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What I’m Grateful for Today:

I am grateful to live somewhere where I have access to clean water, fresh, local foods, and low air pollution.

Quote of the Day:

We can’t know what’s going to happen. We can just try to figure it out as we go along.

-Amy and Roger’s Epic Detour, Morgan Matson

🎧Ballade No.1 in G minor, Op.23 - Frédéric Chopin

[adoctorx]

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[gotilo]

Boost Your Brainpower with Gotilo: The Fun Way to Activate Your Mind

In a world that never stops, keeping your mind sharp is essential. If you’re feeling mentally drained or just want a cognitive boost, Gotilo is here to help! Dive into this blog to discover how Gotilo can enhance your brainpower while having a blast.

What is Gotilo?

Gotilo is a game designed to challenge and engage your brain with a mix of strategy, puzzles, and quick thinking. Here’s a quick rundown:

Definition: Gotilo is a brain training game that combines fun with mental stimulation.

History: Developed by cognitive scientists and game designers, Gotilo merges entertainment with brain exercise.

Features: Enjoy a variety of puzzles and challenges that target memory, problem-solving, and more!

The Science Behind Brain Activation

Why is brain activation so important? Here’s the scoop:

Brain Activation: Engaging different brain areas helps improve memory, attention, and problem-solving.

How Gotilo Works: The game’s challenges stimulate various neural pathways, enhancing cognitive flexibility.

Research: Studies show that brain games like Gotilo can boost memory, processing speed, and overall mental agility.

Benefits of Playing Gotilo

Gotilo isn’t just fun—it’s beneficial! Here’s what you can expect:

Cognitive Enhancement: Improve your memory, concentration, and problem-solving skills.

Stress Relief: Unwind and escape daily pressures by focusing on puzzles and challenges.

Fun Factor: Enjoyable gameplay makes brain training a rewarding experience.

How to Get Started with Gotilo

Ready to dive in? Here’s how:

Access: Download Gotilo from the playstore or your app store.

Getting Started: Follow the on-screen instructions to begin and explore different levels.

Tips: Play regularly to maximize benefits and tackle a variety of challenges.

Real-Life Success Stories

See how Gotilo has made a difference for others:

Testimonials: Users report improved focus and reduced stress from playing Gotilo.

Case Studies: Participants showed noticeable cognitive improvements after regular play.

Alternatives and Comparisons

Gotilo is amazing, but there are other options too:

Other Games: Check out Lumosity, Peak, and Brain Age for more brain-boosting fun.

Why Gotilo Stands Out: Its blend of strategic gameplay and variety makes it a unique choice.

Conclusion

Gotilo is more than just a game—it’s a tool for boosting your brainpower and mental well-being. Try it out and see how fun brain training can be!

Additional Resources:

Gotilo’s Official Website

Explore more about cognitive enhancement and brain training.

Feel free to drop your thoughts or experiences with Gotilo in the comments! Ready to give your brain a workout? Let’s get started! 🌟🧠🎮

[curtiscripe]

Curtis Cripe Explores Fun and Effective Exercises to Enhance Neuroplasticity

Curtis Cripe Explores Fun and Effective Exercises to Enhance Neuroplasticity: Boost Your Brain's Health and Flexibility

Neuroplasticity, the brain's remarkable ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections, is crucial for cognitive flexibility and resilience. Engaging in exercises that promote neuroplasticity can help keep your brain adaptable and healthy. Curtis Cripe provides some practical and effective activities to boost your brain's neuroplasticity.

Physical Exercise

Regular physical activity is one of the most effective ways to enhance neuroplasticity. Exercise increases blood flow to the brain, delivering oxygen and nutrients essential for brain health. Activities like walking, running, swimming, or cycling stimulate the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that supports the growth of new neurons and synapses.

Tip: Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise most days of the week. Incorporate activities you enjoy to make it easier to stick with your routine.

Learning New Skills

Challenging your brain with new skills can significantly boost neuroplasticity. Whether it's learning a new language, picking up a musical instrument, or trying a new hobby like painting or knitting, these activities require your brain to adapt and form new neural pathways.

Tip: Choose activities that interest you and push you out of your comfort zone. The key is to keep your brain engaged and challenged.

Cognitive Training Games

Cognitive training games, often found in apps and online platforms, are designed to improve specific cognitive functions such as memory, attention, and problem-solving skills. These games can be a fun and effective way to stimulate your brain and promote neuroplasticity.

Tip: Dedicate a few minutes each day to playing cognitive training games. Popular apps like Lumosity or Peak offer a variety of games that target different cognitive skills.

Mindfulness and Meditation

Mindfulness practices and meditation have been shown to enhance neuroplasticity by promoting the growth of new neural connections. These practices help improve focus, reduce stress, and increase emotional regulation by altering the brain's structure and function.

Tip: Start with just a few minutes of mindfulness or meditation each day. Apps like Headspace or Calm can provide guided sessions to help you get started.

Social Interaction

Engaging in social activities and maintaining strong relationships can also promote neuroplasticity. Social interactions challenge your brain to process complex social cues, emotions, and communication, which can lead to the formation of new neural pathways.

Tip: Make an effort to connect with friends and family regularly. Join clubs, volunteer, or participate in group activities to increase your social interactions.

Healthy Diet

A balanced diet rich in antioxidants, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals supports overall brain health and neuroplasticity. Foods like blueberries, fatty fish, nuts, seeds, and leafy greens provide essential nutrients that promote the growth and maintenance of neural connections.

Tip: Incorporate a variety of brain-healthy foods into your diet. Stay hydrated, and consider consulting a nutritionist for personalized dietary advice.

Adequate Sleep

Sleep is critical for neuroplasticity. It allows the brain to process and consolidate memories and experiences. During sleep, the brain undergoes repair and growth processes that are essential for maintaining cognitive function.

Tip: Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night. Establish a regular sleep routine and create a restful environment to improve sleep quality.

Novel Experiences

Exposing your brain to new and varied experiences can enhance neuroplasticity. Traveling, exploring new places, or even taking different routes to work can stimulate your brain by breaking routine patterns and encouraging new neural connections.

Tip: Make an effort to try new things regularly. It doesn't have to be a grand adventure; even small changes in your daily routine can make a difference.

Incorporating these activities into your daily life can help boost your brain's neuroplasticity, keeping it healthy and adaptable. Curtis Cripe notes that by staying physically active, challenging your mind, maintaining social connections, and prioritizing your overall well-being, you can support your brain's ability to grow and change throughout your life.

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The Complete Guide to Gifting a Lumosity Subscription for Brain Training