NARA'S NOTEPAD

VOLUME 21

NOVEMBER 2024

NUMBER 11

 

NARA'S NOTEPAD 

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THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED IS FILLED WITH THE MOST STUNNING SIGHTS…

HOW TO IMPROVE FOCUS?

 

Improving focus requires a combination of strategies that help train your brain, manage distractions, and increase productivity. Here are some tips to improve focus.

Train Your Brain

1. Meditation: Regular meditation practice can improve attention and reduce mind-wandering. Start with short sessions (5-10 minutes) and gradually increase.
2. Brain Games: Engage in activities that challenge your brain such as puzzles, brain teasers, or strategy games.
3. Focus Exercises: Try focusing on a single task for a set time (e.g. 25 minutes) without breaks, then take a short break.

Manage Distraction

1. Create a Conducive Environment: Eliminate clutter noise, and distractions in your workspace.
2. Turn off Notifications: Silence notifications or your phone, computer, or other devices.
3. Schedule Breaks: Plan regular breaks to avoid burnout and minimize distractions.

Develop Good Habits

1.      Prioritize Tasks: Set clear goals and prioritize tasks to maintain focus.

2.      Use the Promo Doro Technique: Work in focused 25 minutes increments, followed by a 5 minutes break.

3.      Avoid Multitasking: Focus on a single task to avoid divided attention.

Lifestyle Changes

1. Get Enough Sleep: Aim for 7-9 h of sleep to improve cognitive function.
2. Exercise Regularly: Physical activity enhances focus and concentration.
3. Healthy Nutrition: Fuel your brain with a balanced diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.

Additional Tips

1.    Set Boundaries: Learn to say “no” to non-essential tasks.

2.    Use Music: Listen to music without lyrics or with a consistent beat to enhance focus.

3.         3.   Take Walks: Short walks can refresh your mind and improve focus.

4.    Limit Social Media: Restrict social media use to designated breaks.

5.    Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day.

Apps and Tools

1. Focus @ Will: Music specifically designed to improve focus.
2. Freedom: Blocks distracting websites and apps.
3. Stay Focused: Brower extension to limit time spent on distracting websites.
4. Trello: Task management tool to help prioritize task.
5. Headspace: Meditation and mindfulness app., improving focus takes time and practice.

Remember, improving focus takes time and practice. Be patient, consistent, and kind to yourself as you work to develop these habits.

 

 

 

SEASHORE

 

SEASHORE

 

The sea stretched out beyond the sand

With endless waves upon the land

The seashore sand at our feet

Warm and gentle to meet.

 

The sea gulls circled in the air

Their cries ringing clear and fair

The ocean blue, a sight to see

A place where I feel free.

 

The shells and rocks within my grasp

I hold them tight and let out a gasp

The beauty of the seashore plain

The memories I’ll hold like rain.

 

The salty air upon my face

The calming sounds, a sweet embrace

This seashore world, a perfect place

A memory I won’t soon replace.

 

 

 

HOW TO SAVE MONEY?

 

There are many ways to save money, and the strategy that works best for you will depend on your personal situation and financial goals. Here are a few general tips to help you get started.

 

1. Create a Budget: The first step in saving money is to know where your money going. Create a budget that includes all of your monthly expenses (rent/mortgage, utilities, groceries, transportation etc) as well as any other expenses or bills that you have to pay regularly. Once you have a clear understanding of your income and expenses, you can start to look for areas where you can cut back.
2. Cutback Unnecessary Expenses: Take a close look at your spending habits and identify any unnecessary expenses that you can cut back on. This might include eating out less often, canceling subscriptions that you don’t use, or reducing the amount of money you spend on entertainment.
3. Look for Ways to Increase Your Income: In addition to cutting back on expenses, you can also try to increase your income. This might mean picking up aside hustle, negotiating a raise at work, or selling items that you no longer need.
4. Use Coupons and Discounts: When you do need to make purchases, try to find ways to save money. This might mean using coupons or taking advantage of sales or discounts.
5. Save Automatically: One of the easiest ways to save money is to set up automatic transfers from your checking account to a saving account. This ensures that you’re regularly putting money aside without having to think about it.

Overall, saving money requires discipline and commitment, but with a little effort and planning, anyone can build a solid savings plan.

OCEAN WAVES

 

Ocean waves have several practical applications.

1. Energy Generation: Ocean waves can be a source of renewable energy. Wave energy converters can convert the kinetic energy of ocean waves into electricity.
2. Coastal Protection: Waves can help protect coastlines from erosion caused by storms and other weather events. Artificial reefs and backwaters can be constructed to absorb the energy of waves and reduce their impact on the shore.
3. Surfing: Ocean waves are enjoyed by surfers who ride them for recreational purposes.
4. Shipping: Ocean waves are essential for efficient shipping as ships can take advantage of the natural wave patterns to save fuel and reduce emissions.

Ocean waves produce white beautiful foams. It is due to the presence of dissolved organic matter, salts and other substances in sea water. When the crest of the wave crashes and breaks, it introduces air into the water column. The agitation of the water causes the air bubbles to rupture, which releases organic compounds and salts trapped in the bubbles.

These organic compounds and salts then react with sunlight, oxygen, and other elements in the sea water, producing foams. The foam is primarily composed of air, water, and the organic matter and salts that have been released. The more organic matter and salts that are present in the seawater, the more foam will be produced.

While foam is more visible than clear water, making it easier to observe and study the processes that occur at the surface of the ocean. Additionally, the foam can also help to reflect light, leading to a brighter appearance of the sea surface.

 

TO QUOTE

 

Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change – Stephen Hawking

The life of the dead is placed in the memory of the living. – Cicero

Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence. – Helen Keller

 

A thief broke into John’s house and stole his TV. He took off and started running.

John also ran after him. The faster he ran, the faster John ran after him.

Finally the thief got tired and stopped. John also stopped. Panting, John told the thief,

"Take the remote. You forgot it."

 

LINES I LIKED

 

Ø                 The quest for stillness is found amidst tranquility.

Ø        The real test of good manners is to be able to put up with bad manners pleasantly.

Ø        The reason for the great creativity shown by children is that they haven’t learned the official rules on how things must be and how things are supposed to be used.

Ø        The right to development is not a right to pollute.

 

The rain will come whether you like it or not!

Meet you next month –2024

 

Professor A. Narayanan, Ph. D., FISPP

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