#memory boosting apps

[cosmosjourney1]

🧠 Brain Games 2025: How Puzzle Apps and Mind Games Boost All Ages

🎯 Why Brain Games Are Trending In 2025, brain games are not just for kids. From 1-year-olds learning colors to 70+ seniors improving memory, brain games are now a part of daily routine. Parents, teachers, doctors, and therapists are recommending them for better focus, memory, and stress relief. Benefits of brain games: Boost memory and logic Improve concentration Enhance…

[academiclifexd]

Effective Study Routine: Tips on How to Study Effectively for the Upcoming Exams Without Cramming.

Exam is approaching, many students is already cramming, but cramming is not a good decision if you want a higher score. It's not the most effective ways to retain the topics that you have studied. You can start planning and have a strategies so you don't need to stay up all night studying. Here's some tips on how to study effectively for the upcoming exams without cramming:

1. Create a Study Plan

To avoid cramming on the day before the exams, It is effective to have a study planner to stay organize, where you can plan the topics and lesson that you need to study without feeling overwhelmed. You make this Study Plan 2 or 3 weeks before your exam. You can break down the topics. Start with the hardest topics. You can use an app, planner, to-do list and many more to track the lessons that you need to study.

2. Set a Goal

Making a goal can make you more productive. A goal should have a clear timeframe. You can set a deadline to help you stay focused and to avoid procrastinating. You can study 3 to 5 topics a day.

3. Avoid Distraction

Having a lot of distraction can make you lose your focus and motivation to study. Go to a quiet place and comfortable area, make sure the area is clean and organize to help you concentrate on the topics. Avoid using your gadgets and other technologies, this can pull away your attention and can reduce your productivity and focus.

4. Active Learning

Learning is not just memorizing the material. Understand the materials and do some exercises to test your learning. This includes problem-solving, discussion,and applying what you've learned to real-life situation. This can help understand the topics better by encouraging you to think critically.

5. Consistency

Being consistent can have a huge impact in learning. Instead of cramming, you can study everyday to avoid being overwhelmed by the topics and lessons that you need to study. This can help you retain your memory. By reviewing everyday you're not only ensuring that the lessons stays in your mind but this can also boost your confidence. By following your study plan you're also being consistent.

6. Sleep Early

Having a enough rest is essential if you have an exam. Sleeping early before the exams can help you improve your performance. Having enough sleep can help you have a better focus and concentration, stronger immune system, and reduces anxiety and stress.

7. Be positive

Positivity can have a great impact in your performance. Positivity can fuel your motivation and help you stay focused on the exams. This also reduces stress, a positive mindset can lower anxiety making the exam easier to answer. Surround yourself with positivity, surround yourself with the people who inspire and encourage you and do positive self-talk.

By adding these habits in your daily routine not just when exam is coming, this can guaranteed you a higher grade and high confidence in answering any of your school works or exams.

[the-pen-pot]

As of January 10th Archive Reader is still pulling this dodgy tactic.

Remember, AO3 has no official app, and the fics on Ao3 are made for free. The developer is attempting to profit off other people's fic.

I seriously encourage fanfic writers, whether their work is locked to members only or not, to ask for their work to be excluded from the app.

Note if you have locked your works they won't be visible to users on the app unless they log in with an AO3 account (Please don't give site credentials to dodgy third party apps!!! It's insecure!)

If they do log in, however, they can see locked fics.

You can email the developer at archivereaderapp@gmail.com with the email subject "Please remove my content from archive reader"

State in the message "Please remove access to all works associated with the username [Insert your username] from the ArchiveReader app. I do not give permission for my work to be desseminated or used by any third party."

They should get back to you with any further steps required. It was so long ago that I did it that I can't recall exactly what they need. I have vague memories of a screenshot of you logged into the account, to prove you own it, but I could be wrong.

Please signal boost if you can.

[medicineinside]

How to study during bad days 🙇🏻‍♀️

We all have those days when studying feels impossible. But science-backed strategies can help you stay on track even when motivation is low!

🧠 1. Use the “5-Minute Rule”

Research shows that getting started is often the hardest part. Tell yourself you’ll study for just 5 minutes—chances are, you’ll keep going!

🛋️ 2. Change Your Study Environment

Your brain associates places with tasks. If you’re feeling stuck, try moving to a different room, a café, or even just switching seats.

🎶 3. Listen to Binaural Beats

Studies suggest that binaural beats (frequencies like 40Hz) can improve focus and reduce stress. Classical or Lo-Fi music can also help!

🌿 4. Try Aromatherapy

Scents like rosemary and peppermint have been proven to enhance memory and concentration. Diffuse essential oils or keep a scented sachet nearby.

💡 5. Use the “Energy Matching” Technique

🔹 Low-energy? Do passive tasks like reading or watching study videos.

🔹 High-energy? Tackle active tasks like problem-solving or note-making.

☀️ 6. Get Natural Light Exposure

Sunlight boosts serotonin and helps regulate your body’s natural clock, keeping you alert. If you’re indoors, sit near a window or use a daylight lamp.

🫂 7. Body Doubling for Motivation

Studying with someone (even virtually!) increases accountability. Try joining an online study session or using apps like StudyStream.

🍫 8. Eat Brain-Boosting Snacks

Dark chocolate, nuts, and berries can enhance cognitive function and sustain energy levels. Avoid heavy meals that might make you sluggish.

❤️ 9. Be Kind to Yourself

On tough days, lower your expectations. Even a little progress is better than none. Focus on consistency over perfection.

🔄 10. Use the “Looping Method” for Retention

Revisiting the same topic multiple times in short bursts strengthens memory—this is called spaced repetition and is backed by neuroscience!

💬 Which of these tips do you use on bad days? Let’s help each other out!

[leaderpinhead]

Idia - Gamer Etiquette

Prompt: @flashfictionfridayofficial weekly prompt Rating: T (Warning for language!) Characters: Idia Shroud, Yuu Masterlists for my other fics

“Are you still there, Idia?”

Idia toggled on the private chat between him and Yuu. “I told you I’m Gloomurai when we’re playing in squads.”

The crackle of a huff made his eardrums beg for mercy. “We’re the only ones in the call.”

Idia rolled his eyes. His fingers flitted across his keyboard from sheer muscle memory. “Doesn’t matter. Your butter fingers toggle on the in-game chat all the time.”

Another huff made Idia move one ear muff from his ear. “I did that once, and it just made a bunch of kids scream about a girl being in the lobby. Are you readying up or are you calling it a night?”

Idia scoffed and queued up the next match. The other three players in the lobby were having their own separate conversation in the chat, but Idia barely glanced at the messages. They were a group of nobodies. He would have preferred to have Muscle Red in the lobby with them, but his online friend had been too busy for a last-minute game session. 

Honestly, Idia had been preparing for bed himself when his tablet dinged with a notification. He had booted up his computer and joined Yuu for some late night dungeon grinding. Idia had expected Yuu to call it around midnight, but she had suggested a more fast-paced game instead. Almost like she was looking for something to keep her awake longer.

Idia didn’t have the courage to ask personal questions, so he grabbed a can of his favorite energy drink instead.

Idia stared at the wait time for the next match. “If the guy wearing the toga splits off from us, I’m not rushing across the map to revive him again.”

Yuu made a noise that Idia assumed agreed with him. Her username–LadyKnight–popped up in the chat with the simple order, Follow Gloomurai. The other three immediately spammed the chat with insults and lewd suggestions as creative as the pseudo-clan names in their gamer tags. Idia rolled his eyes. “Tell me you’re ten without telling me you’re ten.”

“Were you telling other players to kiss your ass in chat when you were ten?”

Idia’s grin reflected back at him when his screen went black to transition into the game. “I was saying stuff that’d make you blush IRL.”

“Like your cooties are bigger than my cooties?”

Idia snickered. The game loaded them into a proper match, and Idia searched the nearest chest for a better weapon. “Something like that, yeah.”

“How very ten-nish of you.”

“I never claimed to be a saint.” Idia’s snickering stopped when he noticed their teammates’ gamer tags growing smaller. He sighed. “They’re running to the tower. Again.”

“Why do they keep doing that? They get sniped every time.”

“Because one of them read a forum post saying better weapons spawned there.” Idia toggled through his inventory and activated the item he found to temporarily boost his stats. His sigh was short and harsh when a small skull appeared by a teammate’s name. “Aaaand they’re down. GG.”

Idia watched Yuu’s player model stutter. The second teammate went down. Yuu mumbled under her breath, her mic barely picking up her grumbles. Idia equipped a sniper rifle and used the scope to watch their last teammate fall just outside the tower.

A squeal of feedback made Idia wince. Yuu’s voice echoed through the in-game chat and the app they used privately. “Are you fucking kidding me? Stop running to the towers! You scrubs keep dying. Get off your damn forums and play the game!”

Idia silently gaped at the screen. Did…did Ramshackle’s prefect just drop an f-bomb? He heard that type of language in public lobbies all the time, but not from the prefect. Yuu was too…pure wasn’t the right word. Polite? Fuck, he had corrupted her by introducing her to public lobbies.

Their ten-year old teammate’s brilliant response was, “Are you a girl?! Girls can’t play games!”

“That’s not what your mom said when I slapped her ass.”

Idia’s surprised laugh morphed into a coughing fit. He didn’t care that his moment of distraction led to an opposing player knifing him in the back. Yuu continued cursing and insulting the boy, whose voice steadily pitched higher and higher with emotion, while trying to dodge attacks from the opposing team. Her efforts were futile, and they eventually loaded back into the lobby. Idia quickly kicked and blocked the randos before the kid with the mic could blow-out his eardrums.

He collapsed back into his chair and stared wide-eyed at the screen. Yuu became eerily silent save for the random clicks of her keyboard. Idia stuttered. “U-uh…do you wanna talk about that?”

Yuu hummed. “Talk about what?”

“The…uh…” Idia rubbed the bottom of his jaw. “You just told a kid his dad wasn’t coming back with milk anytime soon.”

Yuu’s keyboard taps paused. “Was that going too far? I thought that’s just what other gamers said to blow steam.”

It took an embarrassingly long moment for Idia to process what she said. “You think gamers…just talk like that?”

“That’s what most of the lobbies we go into sound like,” Yuu said. “I get why you guys yell so much now. It’s a bit cathartic. I really got into that.”

Idia hesitated. “Do I sound like that?”

“When you get really excited, yeah.” Little heart emojis appeared in the chat. “I think I’m going to call it a night. I thought I’d be too wound up to sleep, but that really helped me vent the tension keeping me up. Maybe we can do another session tomorrow. Night!”

Idia was still too stunned to process what she said. By the time he could utter another word, Yuu had already disconnected from the game and their private chat. Idia stared at his screen for another full minute before closing out the game.

He wasn’t telling anyone he stayed awake for another hour worrying about every housewarden on campus coming after him for “corrupting” the prefect.

[kuromkiz]

OUT NOW!!

TEASER FOR…

coming soon… sincerely, mr. crust | WILL BE RELEASED WEDNESDAY FEB 5TH 4PM AEDT/ TUESDAY FEB 4TH 9PM PST

any takers for a (estimated) 25k wc jungwon fic 🤠🤠🤠

i’m not new to writing but i am to tumblr so pls comment if you’d like to be added to the taglist or send an ask!! and since im a tumblr noob i lowk dk anything abt the mechanics of this app LOL lets learn along the way shall we????

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now i wont sit here and lie that this was a piece of cake bc im literally the worlds biggest procrastinator and this took me 2 months bc of how bad my procrastination habit is 😿😿😿 but hopefully anyone who finds this fic enjoys the effort i put into creating this!! bear with any plotlines that may be left open by accident bc i also have horrible memory so what a lovely start to my tumblr journey this is 💀💀

reblogs are appreciated to boost this!! it would mean a lot to me thank u 🩷🩷

[thesims4blogger]

The Sims 4: New Game Patch (September 18th, 2024)

Your game should now read: PC: 1.109.185.1030 / Mac: 1.109.185.1230 / Console: 1.99.

Sul Sul Simmers!

This patch is a big one and brings many new updates and fixes into the game that span across different packs, including improvements to apartment walls, ceiling lighting, and a whole host of fixes for our recently released expansion pack, Lovestruck. These, along with so many more across both Base Game and Packs, can be found below.

Thank you for your continued reporting efforts at AnswersHQ. It really helps to let us know the issues you care most about. We hope these fixes keep improving your game and allow you to keep having more fun! More to come.

There’s a colorful update to Build/Buy items! 650 color variants have been added and there are new items such as archways, doors, and even ground covers to spruce up your terrain. Check out the vibrant colors and new items in the video. For more details, scroll to the end of the patch notes to see a list of all the Build/Buy items. We can’t wait to see how you mix and match!

Performance

Reducing Memory Usage:

Frequent Memory Updates – Increased the frequency of memory usage data updates to prevent out-of-memory crashes.

Improving Simulation Performance:

Streamlining Data Storage – We restructured how we store game data to reduce the overhead of using Python objects, making the game run faster and use less memory.

Efficient Buff Generation – Reworked how temporary data is generated and stored to fix previous issues and optimize memory usage.

Reducing Load Times:

Optimizing Render Target Allocation – Stopped unnecessary allocation of large color targets during certain rendering processes, now saving valuable memory especially in high-resolution settings.

DirectX 11 (DX11) Updates

We’re pleased to announce improvements to the DirectX 11 executable for PC users. While these updates are focused on Windows PC’s, Xbox Simmers will also see benefits from these changes as the Xbox runs a console-based variant of DirectX 11. Here’s what to expect:

NVIDIA and AMD

NVIDIA and AMD Graphics Cards – Players using NVIDIA and AMD GPUs will now automatically default to the DX11 executable. Players on other GPUs like Intel, will continue to enjoy The Sims 4 on DX9 until a later update.

DirectX 11 Enhancements – Faster Graphics Processing – Implemented changes to how graphics data is updated, reducing delays between the CPU and GPU for smoother gameplay.

Performance Boost with Constant Buffers (cbuffers) – This enhances performance by reducing overhead and managing memory more efficiently. Users with mid to high-end GPUs should notice improved performance!

New DirectX 9 Option in Graphics Setting – By default, Simmers on NVIDIA and AMD GPUs will launch The Sims 4 using DX11. If you prefer, you can switch to DX9 via Game Options > Graphics and enable the DirectX 9 toggle before re-launching The Sims 4 to play using DirectX 9.

Intel

Ongoing Intel Development – We are continuing development on bringing DirectX 11 to Intel GPU based PC’s but it needs a little longer before we can bring it to Simmers as the default option. For now Intel based Simmers will continue to use DirectX 9 when running The Sims 4.

DirectX 11 Opt-In – DirectX 11 is available for those Simmers who want to try it, including those using an Intel GPU, you may experience visual issues with mods. We recommend disabling all mods while using the -dx11 command line argument.

For detailed information about DirectX 11 and instructions on how to enter launch arguments for both the EA App and Steam, please visit here. If you encounter any issues with DirectX, you can find assistance here.

The Gallery

Pack filters now properly work for Home Chef Hustle in The Gallery and library. No more hiding.

Base Game

[AHQ] Outdoor lighting will no longer affect inside the room through ceilings. Let there be (proper) light.

[AHQ and AHQ] When attempting to save, “Error Code: 0“ no longer occurs related to Gigs or Neighborhood Stories.

[AHQ] Addressed an additional issue where the game would fail to load and display Error Code 123 when traveling between lots.

[AHQ] Clay and Future Cubes will no longer get left on lots during events. Pick up your trash and leave nothing behind.

[AHQ] Frogs, mice and fishes in tanks are now visible when placed in laptop mode. Welcome back, friends!

[AHQ] Sims will put their tablets and homework back into their inventory instead of placing them in the world as long as they are standing or sitting. Again, stop littering, Sims!

[AHQ] The call is not coming from inside the house–you'll stop getting invitational phone calls from your own Household Members.

[AHQ] “Complete a Daily Work Task” Want now completes properly after finishing a daily work task. Work work work.

[AHQ] Children now have the option to quit their “After School Activity“. Although quitters never prosper.

[AHQ] Thought bubbles of Sims will no longer appear through walls and floors. Keep your thoughts to yourself.

[AHQ] Family fortune - “Heal Negative Sentiments” task will now properly complete.

[AHQ] Sims will return from work or school and switch into the same Everyday Outfit they had on instead of defaulting to the first Everyday Outfit in the Create a Sim list. You will wear what I tell you to wear, Sim!

[AHQ] Certain cabinet/shelf combinations over kitchen sinks will no longer prevent Sim from washing in the sink. No excuses for not cleaning up after yourself.

[AHQ] Outdoor shadows now move smoothly without jumping on the screen on ultra graphics settings and at different Live Mode speeds.

[AHQ] Camera jittering is no longer observed in Build Buy mode after using Terrain Tools.

[AHQ] When recent neighborhood stories mention a Sim that died in another neighborhood, switching to the respective Sim household will now have an urn present. RIP.

[AHQ] Upgrading washer/dryer now completes Nerd Brain Aspiration.

[AHQ] Sims will now hold the acarajé dish the right way while eating. It’s delicious however you eat it, though.

[AHQ] Autonomous check infant no longer causes new random cold weather outfit to be generated for infant. They’re not cold.

Infant no longer stretches when crawling in deep snow. Although we question why you’re letting your infant crawl in the snow.

[AHQ] Teen Sim is able to take vacation days while working in the lifeguard career. It’s only fair.

[AHQ] Event goals remain visible  even after editing from the Calendar.

Siblings can no longer be set as engaged in Create a Sim.

[AHQ] The Teen Goal Oriented Aspiration now gets completed properly after getting promoted at work.

Investigating missing Doodlepip splines. Reticulation progressing.

[AHQ] “Become friends with“ Want no longer appears for Sims with relationship equal or above friends. We’re already friends.

[AHQ] World icons on the world selection screen no longer move when middle-clicked.

[AHQ] Locked seed packets are unlocked in BB when using the gardening skill cheat “stats.set_skill_level Major_Gardening 10”. Gimme my seeds!

[AHQ] Female Sims' stomachs will no longer become invisible when paired with Masculine cargo pants in certain color swatches.

“Likes/Dislikes“ Sim preferences are now available for Sims created via Create a Sim Stories.

Sim animation will no longer pop when sitting on a stool and asking another Sim an inappropriate question.

[AHQ] Sim thumbnails are no longer low resolution on the Resume button.

[AHQ] Re-fixed issue where Skill List gets out of order, specifically when switching between Sims.

[AHQ] ‘ymTop_TshirtRolled_Yellow' top no longer clips with bottoms in Create a Sim.

[AHQ] Event Goals created through the Calendar properly show up during the Event, even if you edit the Event.

You can view the rest game patch notes on the Official site

[irregularcollapse]

hi! you probably get this a lot so apologies if this has already been answered but i am so so so so so in love with your writing. everything about it is so beautiful from the prose to the characterization & the characters thoughts & dialogues & personalities its all so exquisite and well done and i want to chew on it. i can talk about your gorgeous descriptions forever they are so vivid!!!! and evocative!!!!!!! your work is truly a great testament to the time/effort/practice youve put into your craft and its just. spectacular. breathtaking. wow. anyway may i ask a) how long have you been writing for and b) do you have a general writing process and c) have you ever felt insecure about your writing and if so, do you have advice on how to get over it?

again thank you for sharing your writing with us!!!!! i cant get enough of it :D

Thank you from the bottom of my guts for this ♥️ It’s so awfully sweet of you and I can’t even tell you what a boost it was when this popped up in my inbox a few days ago waaaaahhhh I don’t even know what to say about everything you’ve said here 😭 Truly madly deeply, you’re so so kind for it all ♥️

I’ll do my best to answer your questions!!

I’ve been writing for as long as I can remember, I think for as long as I’ve been able to. One of my earliest memories (which is definitely saying something, because my brain is a sieve) is of finishing a story about a fairy with blue hair and being so proud of it. I’ve studied writing at various points, in various settings, at various levels, and for most of my life it was all I wanted to do. I became a teacher so that I could teach writing! But I’ve also lost my ability to write a few times due to mental illness and physical illness too, for quite prolonged periods (I couldn’t really write at all from like 2019-2023) which makes it all the more precious to me as a pursuit and outlet now.

I wouldn’t say I have a general process, mostly because my process at the moment is very much like… whatever works. If I have an idea, I try to get it down and nut out the components that will turn it into a plot rather than just a concept. I try to figure out where the story should sit tonally, and what is the driving emotion behind it. If the idea is complex and I think it’s going to be a longer work, I might do some reading/rereading of writing that I feel connects with my idea. I’ll do some preliminary research as well if it hinges on a particular topic, but I also research as I write. When it comes to writing, I do what I call a “rolling edit” where I’ll proofread after each writing session, and before I start writing again (at least rereading what I wrote the previous day). If I haven’t touched something for a while, I’ll reread it from the start and annotate edits as I go. An important part of this is reading it aloud, to listen to the flow/cadence and whether it’s expressing what I want. This is usually where the most line edits will come from. After it’s all written and I’m happy with the edit, I’ll change the font and read aloud for a proofread to catch typos (though ofc nothing is foolproof and things still get through the net!). I think it’s also really important to write down ideas as I have them, whether that just be in a notes app or in a separate scraps document that I keep. I also am not fussed about writing chronologically, but I keep scenes that I write separate to the main document until I need them (so like I have a draft doc, and then a scraps doc).

Of course I’ve felt insecure about my writing! It’s really hard not to feel insecure about things that are so personal to us, and writing is the most personal thing I do and have ever done. I write because it helps me feel heard and it allows me to express parts of myself and my thought processes which I grapple with every day. I write because I want to feel seen, as we all do. Insecurity goes away, though. I think what I’ve settled into as I’ve gotten older (and I’m not even that old) is that my writing is mine, and I’m expressing what I want to express, and I’m comfortable with tinkering and fiddling and learning until it says what I want it to. One of my biggest writing-related insecurities is feeling like no one who I respect respects me in return or cares about what I have to say, which is obviously a fear of putting myself out there in a vulnerable way (through art!) and being rejected. But that isn’t insecurity about my writing so much as feeling excluded. ‘Good writing’ (whatever that means) is a matter of personal taste and subjective opinion—for example, I loathe everything about A Little Life by Hanya Yanigahara, but evidently the good people at the Man Booker Prize disagree with me because they shortlisted it the year it was released. And, to steal a much-used tumblr phrase, comparison is the thief of joy. The best way to overcome insecurity about your writing, in my experience, is to focus on your own paper (stop comparing yourself to others) and work on conscious improvement—to approach it like a craft, and to understand what you’re doing and why, and to figure out what you want to say and how you would say it.

This is so long now, I’m so sorry for waffling but you made a mistake (asked me about writing) and as established I care about little else 😂

Thank you again for being interested and also for being lovely! ♥️♥️♥️ (and I did get your second ask but I’ll answer it a little later if that’s okay)

[conarcoin]

how do you start on everskies? it seems so fun i love dress up games but. im so confused by the whole site idk how to find specific styles of items or get money

making money:

play memory until level 16, you will always get 5k sd

surveys (if 18+) give you stars. so do offers but most are scams. the ones to visit sites and download apps are good though

sell duplicate items

enter outfit competitions

boosting other users' posts, they will often tip or gift you

host raffles (ticket revenue is decent)

finding clothes:

browsing shop & orbital outlet. there's a lot of free and 1sd stuff, if you sort by "least expensive" and "stardust".

join the "item linking club"

browse showcases

check other users' wishlists

other tips:

join clubs, i recommend "tips/gifts", "free gifting", "giveaway town" and "xp club!"

try to level up as much/fast as possible, it rewards you with sd and items. voting on outfit competitions helps you level up fast

do galactic hunt!! it's very easy and very rewarding

add items and sets you like to your wishlist, people can only gift you wishlist items and people on this game are very generous gifters

[selfhelpforstudents]

Study Smarter, Not Harder: Proven Techniques to Boost Your Learning Efficiency!

Girls in Finance project server // other posts

Unlock the secrets to efficient studying with these actionable tips:

Understand Your Learning Style:

Discover whether you're a visual, auditory, kinesthetic, or read/write learner.

Tailor your study methods to align with your dominant learning style for maximum effectiveness.

Create a Strategic Study Plan:

Break down your study sessions into focused, manageable chunks.

Prioritize tasks based on importance and difficulty to optimize your time.

Utilize Active Learning Techniques:

Engage in activities that actively involve your mind, such as summarizing information in your own words or teaching the material to someone else.

Incorporate Technology Wisely:

Leverage educational apps, online resources, and digital tools to enhance your learning experience.

Use platforms like flashcard apps or note-taking apps to stay organized and reinforce concepts.

Take Breaks Mindfully:

Implement the Pomodoro Technique or similar time-management strategies.

Schedule short breaks during study sessions to maintain focus and prevent burnout.

Optimize Your Study Environment:

Identify the setting where you feel most productive and comfortable.

Minimize distractions and personalize your study space to create an optimal learning environment.

Practice Retrieval and Self-Testing:

Test your knowledge regularly through self-quizzing.

Focus on recalling information from memory, as this enhances long-term retention.

Prioritize Sleep and Well-being:

Ensure you get sufficient sleep to support cognitive function.

Incorporate healthy habits like regular exercise and balanced nutrition to enhance overall well-being.

By incorporating these strategies into your study routine, you'll not only study smarter but also pave the way for academic success. Remember, it's not just about the quantity of study hours but the quality of your study techniques that make a significant impact.

Join our Girls in Finance project if you want to learn more about studying finance and the financial world <3

[geminiwritten]

UHHH I WAS SIMPLY NOT PREPARED! once again, i got too invested in your writing and never switched over to my notes app once so we are doing this all based on memory.

wearing short skirts to get a man’s attention is something i totally get because i have, in fact, worn short shorts to do the same thing LOL.

there’s just something about a guy— currently bob— just yearning that gets me every time. the adjusting her helmet was too much for me. like too cute. too obsessed with them.

also this is such a small little thing but fanboy having to be called fboy for bowling just cracked me up! it was so funny to me. but THE BOWLING SCENE!!! no words.

him rejecting her HURT MY SOUL! WHAT DO YOU MEAN HE HAS LAUNDRY ??? i would have been shattered. like you would rather do laundry than go on a date with her ?? absurd.

but he STAYED FOR TWO DAYS STRAIGHT!! how cute but then he just LEFT and that hurt a lot and then ignored her ??? the restraint he must have is wild.

“so incredibly gay he’s into hangman” I CANNOT BREATHE

the declaration was pure chef’s kiss. there’s just something about a man rambling about his feelings when confessing their love to you that i just eat up every time i read it

DUDE!!! AHHHH! your thoughts are everything to me!!!

okay, listen the short skirts are because i'm in my goddamn country era and listening to the song short skirt weather by kane brown (literally kill me, why do i love country sm right now?) but YES! i've definitely done it lmao

GAH! i'm so glad you loved it and giggled omg, the bowling scene was so fun, the squad banter is honestly the most fun to write (like aside from yearning and being horny for bob)

i just... omg i am smiling like an idiot because i LOVE hearing about the little things that i've put so much thought into and giggled while writing and to know you enjoyed it omggggggg ily thank you as always for the ego boost and making my damn day 🖤🖤🖤

[beardedmrbean]

Angry Nigerians are turning to social media to describe how they have been locked out of their accounts on the digital financial platform, CBEX.

People have posted videos of themselves crying, saying that they could not withdraw their investments and worried that their money had gone.

Some furious customers ransacked a CBEX office in the south-west city of Ibadan, carting off chairs, air-conditioners and a solar panel. CBEX has not yet publicly commented.

The company had promised that investors would double their money every month. Nigeria is currently facing straitened economic times and many are desperate to find a way to boost their income.

One investor, identified as Ola, told BBC Pidgin that he feared he had lost 450,000 naira ($280; £210).

"I was ready to withdraw all my investment just last week but my friend told me to be patient and wait - and now it has crashed," Ola said.

Many others have shared similar stories online, with one person talking about losing $16,000.

The problem was first noticed over the weekend, but the anger boiled over when Monday came and people were still not able to access their money.

Some investors who made complaints on the private messaging service Telegram received responses from CBEX.

They were told that the problem was the result of a hack and things will be resolved soon.

Nigeria's Securities and Exchange Commission (Sec), which regulates the investment secotr, has not yet responded to a BBC request for comment. But Sec has previously warned citizens about the risks surrounding unregulated digital platforms and potential Ponzi schemes

For some, the situation brings back painful memories from 2016 when another popular financial scheme, called MMM, froze its transactions, leaving many investors heartbroken.

Members were supposed to receive a 30% return on their investment in just 30 days. It launched in Nigeria in November 2015 and according to its founders, had up to three million members before it collapsed.

[bienditt]

-- study tips!

this'll be a bit of a longer post. during my time working at my learning center, we were taught to help students implement these strategies to have more effective study sessions. below the cut i explain all of them in a little bit more detail so hopefully you all will be able to try some of them out as the school year takes off!

music

how easy is it to remember the lyrics to a catchy song you hear all the time on the radio? even if it's not a song you particularly like, the chorus can wiggle its way into your memory. try transforming the concept you're learning into the lyrics to a song you already know.

visualization

everything happens twice: once in your mind and once in reality. try to visualize the concepts you're learning.

metaphor, analogy, simile

this method can be used to connect the unfamiliar with the familiar. (blank) is like (blank).

reciprocal teaching

this method is my favorite. grab a classmate, friend, family member (anyone that will listen really) and explain the concepts you're learning to them. encourage them to ask you questions to get yourself doing some critical thinking. we remember 90% of what we teach to someone else.

roleplay

motivate yourself to more actively participate in your learning. put yourself in the shoes of your professor and make practice tests, or in the mind of whoever discovered the concepts you're learning.

writing

we remember what we write much more than things that we simply read or even type. writing connects the brain and the body.

story telling

it is easy for the brain to remember stories with a beginning, middle, and end. this method works great for concepts that are processes. turn your concept into a little story.

mnemonic devices

mnemonic devices include acronyms and acrostics. these are great for remembering lists.

visuals

there's a reason textbooks these days have so many pictures! images help the brain remember and connect new information with something you may have seen before.

movement

motion connects the brain and the body. make easy to remember motions to go along with the concepts you're learning.

graphic organizers

graphic organizers are another one of my favorite study methods. mind mapping helps to better organize the concepts you're learning and makes it easier to connect key points.

drawing

drawing and making diagrams helps to further visualize and organize information.

games

games help lower stress and increase retention. things like kahoots, quizlet live, matching games (etc.) can help you enjoy studying a little more.

projects

project based learning is a very active learning strategy. think of things like science fair projects. when professors assign projects try your best to put your all into it.

field trips

field trips are another way to lower stress and increase retention. visiting museums dedicated to what you're learning is a great way to boost your interest and morale.

work study

getting more intimately involved in your field of study greatly increases your critical thinking skills surrounding it. for many fields this looks like getting involved in research, TA'ing, or becoming a tutor.

humor

what's more memorable than a good joke?

discussion

this method is a lot like reciprocal teaching. find a classmate, or someone else how has about the same level of understanding and talk about the concepts you're leaning.

manipulatives

there's a strong connection between what our hands hold and brains comprehend. manipulatives includes anything that can be touched and handled, like science models or interactive kits.

technology

using technology can look like a million different things, such as using apps to facilitate learning (like quizlet or duolingo).

i hope someone can find even one of these things useful as they continue with their academic journey. feel free to leave me any questions comments or concerns!

[yippeeometer]

Arizona x Kansas, don’t know why, just is.

yes

in a desperate attempt to inpress kansas, ari commits 50 sunflower-based jokes to memory. unfortunately he does not commit the punchlines to memory and thus heavily relies on kansas to finish his joke.

kansas is definitely a plane-watcher. he's amelia earheart's home state. anyway he has 400000 million apps on his phone dedicated to planes and frequently forces ari to take pictures of any planes overhead so he can identify them

arizona is native but thats just a fact and has nothing to do w the ship. i just like to keep u on ur toes.

loving kansas being the long suffering husband he is. yes dear you are very interesting. no dear theyre only joking when they call you the 'florida of the west' dear he's clearly the arizona of the south. can we go to bed now.

theyre soooooo insane kansas loves his quiet life and wants to protect his peace. however he will give ari a boost when trying to break into the national observatory bc he'd rather keep his bf happy.

you know the phrase happy bf, little lie to the cops, happy life.

[lynxfrost13]

Some rough HOPR lore as promised, I really have been wanting to type something more proper up in the official style + I have to font but I don’t have a writing program on my computer to use it on 😭

I tried using online Microsoft word but that didn’t work with it so I might have to do the free app trial? We shall see

ANYWAY

Here’s the bare bones HOPR lore it is very subject to change

- Gestalt was kitezh born (empire at the time, and as of Ariane’s rotfront memory in conflict but dominantly empire still) but moved to a nation planet and stayed in the military after her mandatory service with them. She spent the rest of her life serving out of a need to want to prove herself as truly loyal to the nation and eventually volunteered to donate her template to the neural archive. Rip HOPR gestalt 😔

- HOPRs stand at a solid 5’11! Taller than Elster and shorter than arar by one inch (they’re always gonna tell you they’re six foot. Lying little bastards trying to impress you.)

- they’re a multipurpose unit intended for war against the empire primarily, with a lot of them serving as soldiers (incredibly skilled spear fighters) and war propagandists

- they were commonly used for war recruitment and morale boosting, they’re not cheerful sweet personalities but they’re excellent at directing their groups and during their heyday were often looked to as the ideal nation soldier

- they’re older models (~gen 3 like Mynahs?) and once bioresonant combat units started being produced the HOPR line was rendered useless. Most of them are decommissioned now and the few remaining are most likely lost to Vineta and distant abandoned parts of the nation.

- for stabilization they need a space to call their own (THEIR room. No one else’s >:| ) even if it’s tiny!! They just need to have a couple things they feel like they can completely own (books, posters, etc it can vary). Every combat HOPR is equipped with a spear. If they don't have any fetish items they can become really protective over replikas/gestalts which can cause issues especially with degradation, so it's better to provide items.

- personality wise they’re very strong willed and eager to prove themselves in combat. Despite craving violence they also tend to be pretty laid back when left to their own devices. They’re not the most social of replikas outside of their work, but they want to impress and tend to come off as tryhards and ridiculous flirts. Don't be fooled by their calmer attitude during downtime though, they're still combat replikas first and foremost.

- degradation can happen if they hear any news/talk of Kitezh, lose their fetish objects, or lose their commander (they usually have to be decommissioned after a loss like that bc they just can’t bounce back from it). They shouldn't have their loyalty or authority questioned unless ABSOLUTELY necessary, it can lead to severe degradation.

[xxlea-nardoxx]

A guide to self-care

A Donnie cannot be left home alone. Unless you want him to completely forget his needs, that is. Luckily Lee is willing to help out.

(English is not my native language, so please forgive any mistakes.)

"Goodbye Lee, we'll see you later!", Leo called out from his place in front of the turnstiles, the rest of his siblings behind him. His counterpart nodded in reply, giving a little wave before turning away to go lay back down.

"And don't forget: There's leftovers in the fridge for you and Donnie!"

Mikey leaned onto Leos shoulder, waving at the smaller turtle in blue who rolled his eyes at the ridiculously loud exclamation.

"Kay, thanks," he replied, hoping to finally get the rest of the Turtles off his back. Though he didn't plan this out with Leo in mind, did his counterpart not cease with his maternal instincts and will to keep his younger brothers safe.

"Send us an update every once in a while, okay?" he pleaded, gaze moving to the lab doors for a moment as worry crossed the leaders' face.

"Will do." Lee pulled his phone out of his pocket, typing away on it. "And don't worry: Donnie and I will try not to die should someone break in."

Roxy facepalmed, as this didn't minimize Leos fear, the leader staring at his counterpart wide-eyed.

"Ugh. Let's go, fearless," the hothead grumbled, grabbing her older brother by the collar before dragging him along. "They're gonna be just fine. It's just for a few hours."

Every single protest Leo voiced was shut down, the oldest of the bunch pulled over the turnstiles as the six turtles left the lair for good.

And with the incoming peace and quiet washing over the lair, did Lee finally manage to take a breather, not wasting any time in getting back to his designated spot and collapsing onto the blue beanbag with an "oof".

Not a single sound came from the blue-eyed turtle as he typed away on his phone, scrolling through the various apps and games on the device, passing the time as he always did. Just this time, there was no-one to bother him and he loved it.

With the others leaving for a training session, it was just him and Donnie - the latter still recovering from a surgery, a reason why he didn't attend training yet, even if Don started to miss his counterparts' guidance.

Though since Donnie was prone to ignore doctors orders, did Lee volunteer to stay home as well, claiming he'd be able to keep the inventor from overworking himself should the need arrive. Since then the plan was set - even if everyone seemed a little doubtful - and Lee smiled over his newly found freetime. Something he certainly did not mind at all, using it to let his mind wander, eventually drowsing off on his resting spot.

When he came to again, deafening silence still inhabited the lair.

"Mrrp..."

A green head lifted itself off of the bean bag, the blue mask slipped off its normal spot over Lees eyes. The teenager blinked, confusion still fogging his mind as he tried to remember where he was. "Mrrp?"

Mlemming once to try and boost his memory, he rolled off the soft furniture piece, only then looking around for any clues.

The lair was empty, not a single sound reaching his ears. The others must still be at their training, Lee mused, sighing deeply. But as he sat there, only then did he remember why he stayed behind in the first place.

Donnie.

It didn't take long until the quiet turtle was on his feet, quickly snatching his stray phone off the bean bag before taking a bee-line to the lab, where he knew the inventor worked in.

Knocking on the big metal doors Lee waited for a reply, a noise, anything. But there was no audible answer and the blue-eyed turtle pulled an annoyed face before grabbing the doorhandle, pulling open the sliding door. Clattering it hit the end of its lane, startling a certain turtle in reach.

Donnie looked up wide-eyed, still shocked from the certain noise, before his gaze locked with Lees and the genius narrowed his eyes.

"Lee," he hissed, brow furrowed. "I told you several times to-"

"To be careful when opening the door," the younger one finished, stepping into the lab, unfazed by Donnies death glare sent his way. "Sorry, I guess, but there would've been no other way to get your attention."

Lee stepped forward, circling the two desks that stood pushed together to create a big one. Humming he stopped beside the inventor, taking in the computers screen before he was rudely pushed aside, Donnie mumbling curses underneath his breath.

"Don't look," he sneered, shoulders hunched up in a defensive motion. "It's not ready yet."

"Kay." Lee shrugged, hands resting in his sweatshirts' pockets. "But what are you doing exactly?"

"Why do you care?"

"Because you're always doing something. And sometimes, it's actually interesting." Lee tilted his head to the side, imitating a confused dog. Although he didn't get closer, simply indling beside the desk with that empty expression, that never let Donnie read the others' emotions. Said turtle sighed.

"Don showed me some new software that allows me to construct 3D models. It's quite useful for inventions," he replied, a hand to his mouth as he mused over his next step.

Another quick glance was taken at the screen and Lee nodded understandingly, humming as he looked around the lab. Doing so, he noticed the big wall clock hanging above the door, ticking away without a care.

"By the way, it's almost dinner time. What do you want to eat?", Lee finally asked, watching Donnie intently as his brows furrowed at the question.

"I'll eat later," said teen replied, sounding defensive, as if Lees presence was bothering him. It didn't take much for the quiet teen to realize this.

"Kay," he hummed, turning on his heel to leave. He only heard a faint "bye" before the screeching of the door drowned out any other noise. And with a *clank* it fell shut, silence falling over the lair once more as Lee mulled over his next step.

He was hungry and certainly Donnie was too. However, he knew the inventor too well. And despite his big brain, there was no space in it for proper self-care, Lee knew, he'd experienced this exact thing before.

Pulling out one of the teleporters Donnie had built, Lee opened up a portal, entering the pink-swirly circle with a little jump.

It was his job to ensure Donnie was taken care of and he would not let his counterpart down.

---

Just like last time the lair was still empty when Lee returned.

Clutching a paper bag the quiet teen looked around, although not finding anyone except little Chompy roaming the living area. With happy chirps the fire turtle approached the blue-eyed teen, pink eyes fixating on the bag and the yummy smell coming from it.

*Chirp*

"No," Lee grumbled, lifting the rustling bag up as Chompy hopped up and down uncessantly. However, this did keep the little rascal from running away as the spiked turtle followed his fellow over to the lab, where Lee hoped Donnie was still working in.

Knocking on the door and pushing it open mere seconds later, Lee ignored the mumbling coming from the desk, instead letting Chompy in before closing the door after him.

"I'm back," he announced to the inventor, earning a confused look.

"I can see that," Donnie retorted, shaking his head at the unnecessary exclamation before glancing back at this computer screen. Within seconds the typing resumed, a small pink tongue peeking out as the older teen focused back on his work and Lee sighed, dropping the paper bag onto the table.

"How about you stop for a minute?"

"I'm busy," the quiet reply came. Monotone, reserved, defensive, Donnie wanted the younger male off his back.

"Aren't you hungry?" Lee crossed his arms as he waited, but frowned when he received no answer whatsoever.

Growing increasingly more impatient he grabbed the chair by its back rest, pulling it away from the PC as yelping and sputtering filled the room. "What the-!? LEE!"

A hiss later Donnie spun around on the chair, staring at the younger turtle with an evil twinkle in his eyes. Lee, however, remained unfazed.

"Your project won't run away," he explained matter-of-factly, pointing at the brown bag. "But the food will get cold. So hurry up."

"I can't be- Food? Wait, did you get take out?"

"Hmh." Two hands reached into the bag, pulling out a white styrofoam box accompanied by another see-through plastic box filled with some sort of dessert Donnie couldn't exactly identify.

"I walked all the way to the nearest shop for this, so you better eat up," Lee grumbled, quickly turning around before leaving for the door. "Gotta get some dinner for Chompy. Will be back any second. Watch him real quick."

With that he left the lab, leaving Donnie to the realization that the small critter was in the room with him, exploring his work space.

"Wait- Chompy!"

---

Cute chirping noises filled the lab, a dark pink snout dipped into the small metal bowl, Chompy gobbling up the dinner Lee had made him. Despite the rough start between them, the quiet teen knew exactly what the fiery turtle liked to eat, following his owners instructions on the matter.

Another chirp told Lee everyone he needed to know, Chompy licking his nose as he took a breather from eating, accepting the gentle pets between bites.

"Can't have Rox being mad at me," the blue-eyed teen mumbled, knowing full well his older sister would kill him if he dared leaving him hungry. A happy snort followed, the snout disappearing into the food again and Lee did the same, munching on his pizza slice with a content hum. The silence between them was quite nice, so the sudden ruckus following turned out to be quite the scare.

"Where are they!?"

The giant metal doors flung open, revealing two figures, one more frantic than the other. Leo stared into the room, hand still on the door handle as both Lee and Donnie looked up from their food, the latter blinking surprisedly.

"...Wait, you're back already?"

"Well you see: Fearless here was worried about you two so he forced us to come home early," Roxy explained with a hand on Leos shoulder, patting it in a semi-comforting manner as the leader grumbled under his breath.

"That being said, did you leave any food for us? We're quite hungry too," she asked further, grabbing one french fry out of Donnies take-out container, earning a hiss in reply as the inventor shielded the rest of his dinner.

"Nope," was Lees quick reply, a mischievous smile on his face that knocked Roxy's right off as she sighed dramatically, giving small Chompy a few gentle headpats. "Damn.

"Oh oh, I know where he got that!", Mike chimed in, a hand raised to get her sisters' attention as she too entered the room. "It's not far away, we can go there and grab some dinner for everyone! How's that sound?"

Roxys eyes widened at that and she nodded, turning to get back to her baby sister. Quickly grabbing her hand she pulled her along, in for spending some time with her. With Mikey joining in as well the trio set off, Lee calling out for some extra dessert before they left.

As Leo looked after them with a fond headshake, the worry in his body vanished. Glancing over at desks he nervously folded his hands. "So...did everything go well?", he asked, looking at his counterpart specifically. "With Donnie? He didn't overwork himself, did he?"

"Nah, we were just chillin' and then decided to get some take-out," Lee explained, Donnie nodding along innocently.

"Oh..good, okay. I'm glad."

Leo breathed a sigh of relief, turning to see what the others were up to. It gave Donnie the moment needed to smile softly at Lee. A small grateful one, accompanied by a nod that Lee returned.

And with a certain look the quiet teen made it known that he wouldn't tell the others the truth.