In each of Parts 1A, IB and II of the Philosophy Tripos, there is an Essay paper in which you are asked to write for three hours on a single topic. In these notes I offer some suggestions about how to tackle this paper, and try to answer some Frequently Asked Questions. The notes ...
Notes It should be noted that there is some evidence that attempting to define listening based only on observable behavior is ineffective. While some argue that high-quality listening involves remaining quiet and refraining from interrupting, research has shown that silent listening may be beneficial ...
Read the following sentences (Bransford & McCarrell, 1974), then look away and count backwards from 30 by threes to zero, and then try to write down the sentences (no peeking back at this page!). The notes were sour because the seams split. The voyage wasn’t delayed because the ...
For a long time, the thought of not being accepted has stopped me from doing the one thing that I love to do most: write. You know what I realized, though? One day I’m going to die. Maybe tomorrow. Maybe ninety years from now. And nothing anyone thought about anything I did will...
How would you recognize when someone is doing this to you? And what are the steps to take when someone is gaslighting you? According to experts, here are the tips on how to respond to gaslighting: Dr. Monica Vermani, C. Psych.
One powerful way to do this is to take the time to write thank-you notes—yes, good old-fashioned handwritten notes! Whether it’s for a gift, a kind deed, or even a professional favor, a personal note can make a big impact. It shows you cared enough to put pen to paper, which ...
How to Read The Psychrometric Chart & A Detailed Chart One may ask, why should we bother to learn how to read a psychrometric chart? After all, we have myriad online calculators, tables, smart phone apps, etc. Most of our instruments perform the conversions as a built in feature. At Rot...
I was going to write up a post about when to help people and when to walk away, and while I know I’ve got plenty to share about that subject, something in me just says “Eh, not tonight, okay? Let’s save that one for later. For a day when you know you’ve got the fuel ...
It's extremely important to take your suspicions seriously. Put yourself into a position of power and take action. Below, you'll find advice to fit each different scenario of being watched.What to Do if You Suspect You Are Being Spied On...
In the first phase of the study, which aimed at providing a comprehensive description of the attributes of the excellent student, the student participants were asked to write a short essay in answer to the questions: “In your opinion, who is the excellent university (undergraduate and full-tim...