How to Appear Way Smarter Than You Actually Are

Today I am going to share a post about intelligence. We live in a world that praises formal education and the appearance of intelligence. Often times, those without a formal education get branded with the “dummy” label even if many of these people are just as smart as or smarter than someone with a degree. The points I am going to share below will help you to increase your overall intelligence and appear “smarter” to those around you.

Please note, I am in no way trying to devalue having a formal education. Additionally, information consumption does not equate to increased intelligence. Realize that whatever you learn must be retained AND practiced before you can have a complete understanding of how to do something. Let’s proceed:

Read
Read then when you are finished reading, read some more, and more. Reading will help to increase your vocabulary, grammar, and critical thinking skills. Additionally, I find that reading helps to exercise your imagination and some of the best ideas I’ve had came to me while reading a book. If you’re not an avid reader, start with an easy book that you think you’ll enjoy or re-read a book you’ve read in the past (maybe something from high school). You can start by reading any type of book (fiction or non-fiction) but avoid magazines, blogs (ironic, I know), and newspaper as the bulk of your reading.

Improve Your Grammar
As mentioned above, you can improve your grammar by reading. But, if you still don’t know the difference between “there, their, and they’re” it will be worth while to read a grammar book or learn via tutorials, the web is full of this kind of information.

Mental Math
Can you calculate 12 x 5 + 7 in your head (the answer is 67)? In the modern world, technology aids us to an extent that we are neglecting our mental capacity. Knowing how to calculate simple math without the help of a calculator or a piece of paper can speed up your daily processes and save you from potential embarrassment in social situations. Good mental math skills are useful when shopping or dining (calculating sales tax, tips and discounts) as well as traveling (calculating currency exchanges). There are numerous other examples I can give but the point is that math is a large part of everyday life, learn it.

Stay Current with World Events
Read the Newspaper, watch the news. Get various perspectives on situations happening in our world right now. Having a good sense of what is going on in the world is an excellent way to make yourself a better conversationalist and makes you a more well-rounded individual.

Learn a New Skill
Become an “expert” at something. Everyone has their strengths, learn to develop your natural talents and people will respect you for mastering your area of expertise. You’ll become the “go to” person for whatever you chose to excel in. As the saying often goes, “Jack of all trades, master of none”. It’s good to be well rounded but in today’s day and age, the people with the most specialized knowledge are the most sought after.

I hope you found these tips helpful, if you have any suggestions, leave them in the comments below. Always remember that becoming “smart” and staying smart is all about having a commitment to lifelong learning. Once you stop learning, your intelligence level doesn’t stay the same, as the world continues to grow and evolve your knowledge begins to expire = dummy. :-)


Source: http://woman.ng/

How exercises boost sex life in women, men

Boost your sex life... A scientific study has shown that women who are practicing physical activity on a regular basis can get excited much faster than those who are passive. 

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CAN regular exercises boost sex life and general well being in both sexes?

Over the past few years, several unrelated scientific studies have confirmed that there is a connection between regular physical activity and sex. According to Dr. Tina Penhollow from the University of Florida, United States (U.S.) who was actively involved in one such study – physical activity acts as a powerful aphrodisiac in most women.

Also, Chief Medical Officer of BodyLogicMD, U.S., the largest franchise of physicians specializing in bioidentical hormone therapy, By Dr. Jennifer Landa, has explained how exercise boosts sex life.

Landa who spent 10 years as a traditional Obstetrics and Gynaecology (OB-GYN), and then became board-certified in regenerative medicine, with an emphasis on bio-identical hormones, preventative medicine and nutrition noted: “Finding the motivation to exercise has eluded the masses for years. Only a small fraction of the population is privy to the experience known as “runner’s high,” and even fewer actually enjoy the ‘pain’ that comes with pushing your body to its limits. But if exercise means having a better sex life, including increased stamina and better orgasms – would you be more inclined to sweat it out?”


Landa, who is the author of “The Sex Drive Solution for Women” noted: “There is a proven direct link between sex and exercise. When you exercise, the brain produces endorphins that stimulate the release of sex hormones. These hormones reduce your heart rate, improve digestion, lower blood pressure and cortisol levels and relax the body. Oh, and you also might just feel primed and ready for a little one-on-one time in the bedroom.”

According to Penhollow, the following is a list of things that came as a direct result of regular exercise and how they changed the sex life of women. Physical activity accelerates excitement and arousal

A scientific study has shown that women who are practicing physical activity on a regular basis can get excited much faster than those who are passive. Furthermore, they are able to achieve orgasm more frequently and they experience it in a more intensive way. There is actually a simple explanation for this occurrence – cardio exercises improve blood flow, including circulation in the genital area thus enhance strong erection. As we all know improved circulation is one of the key elements of strong orgasm. Without proper circulation women often experience dryness in this area and lack of ability to feel excited.
Physical activity improves focus

Many modern women are suffering from lack of concentration when it comes to sex. For example, they are in bed, they feel loved and in the mood for sex, but their thoughts slowly start to drift away. They think about their job, their exams or some other everyday activities. Regular physical activity can help women synch their body and mind, so that they can completely shut down all other thoughts when they are having sex. This allows them to experience this activity on a whole different level, which is much more interesting and exciting.

Increases sexual endurance

According to some studies, orgasm in women can sometimes last for up to 12 minutes or even longer. If you get tired and exhausted early, you are missing the best part of making love. The only way to increase endurance and have marathon sex session without any restrictions and limitations is to start exercising.

Exercise brings benefits for the libido

During strength training, the body is overwhelmed by hormone growth and testosterone, which are crucial for increasing muscle mass and libido too. Physical activity boosts the mood

Even a small amount of drop in mood can have negative impact on our sexual desire. Exercise makes us feel better because the body is filled with endorphins and sex starts to sound like an excellent idea!

Meanwhile, Landa noted: Sexual benefits of fitness

Cardio: Cardiovascular exercise, such as running, rollerblading or even a pick-up game of basketball can rev up beta-endorphins, which will cause your heart to race and your blood to flow to all the right places. Engage in these activities with your partner, and you will find your desire almost doubles.

Strength: The cure for a low libido is lurking amid all the steel and iron at your local gym too. Strength training increases levels of growth hormone, which contributes to spikes in testosterone – the hormone of arousal. Including strength training into your routine two or three times per week, along with adequate sleep, has been shown to improve sexual arousal.

Yoga: The roots of yoga date back centuries, when the practice was used to stimulate a sexual awakening (also known as tantra.). Focusing your mind and tuning into your senses in a yoga class can work wonders for your sex life – not to mention, improve flexibility for trying new positions with your partner.

In general, engaging in physical activity improves self-esteem and immunity, helps you manage a healthy weight, and increases stamina and energy – all the ingredients for a healthy libido.
Battle of the sexes

A 2008 study conducted at Florida Atlantic University, U.S., found that men and women who exercised frequently were more likely to rate themselves higher in regards to sexual performance and sexual desirability. However, these researchers found that the improvements in sexual health varied between the two sexes. Physical activity was shown to prime a woman’s body for sexual activity by making her more sensitive to touch and increasing the efficacy of stimuli, while men experience improved sexual function and better orgasms.


SOURCE-THE GUARDIAN