New research shows that even old brains can continue to create new cells. It helps lend to the argument that we should continue to use part of our time to read, study and learn new things. A healthy brain needs some practice and like a muscle should be worked out with intellectual stimulation.
Its easy to get into a rut and not study or learn anything after college. When we stop learning we also fail to keep up with changes in society. We stop mastering and understanding our environment. For some that might simply be reading a book while for others it may be more about attending different types of meetings
I have seen it over and over people just sort of get lazy in their lives. Come home from work and watch hours of numb tv without thinking much about anything. This study helps us understand why we should not let our brains go to waste when we can continue to learn and grow.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/older-adults-can-grow-new-brain-cells-study-finds/
Friday, April 6, 2018
Two Year Research on Plastic Sea Voyage Out of San Diego
Two San Diego Sailors are making their way around the world to study plastics in our oceans. The pollution is impacting the fish supply, habitats, and food for human consumption. Up to 50% of the pollution is caused by one time use plastics like forks. Their travels will take about 2 years.
I always thought that it would be a good idea, once my boat is ready, to take it down to South America and drag a net. Maybe obtain a research grant for a few months and slide along the coast where people come in contact with the plastics on a regular basis through swimming and fishing. Not sure if I will ever do it, or my boat would be ready for such a trip, but I always mulled it in the back of my head.
I always thought that it would be a good idea, once my boat is ready, to take it down to South America and drag a net. Maybe obtain a research grant for a few months and slide along the coast where people come in contact with the plastics on a regular basis through swimming and fishing. Not sure if I will ever do it, or my boat would be ready for such a trip, but I always mulled it in the back of my head.
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Trade War...Good or Bad?
A looming trade war with China is brewing. Will it be good or bad for the U.S. economy? That might depend on how you look at it. There will be those who feel it will hurt the U.S. economy and there will be those who feel it will help us. One thing is for sure if it starts....it will get worse before it gets better.
Hurt the U.S. Economy:
-Agriculture and manufacturing will be hit and lose sales.
-Fewer cheap products for consumers.
-More expensive raw materials.
-Regional encampment and conflict.
-Depressed stocks as companies sales decline.
-Isolationist ideas take hold.
-Constant conflict and underbidding by both parties fighting for markets.
Help the U.S. Economy:
-Find new markets and stop focusing on China.
-Chinese will be starved for our technology.
-Instead of investing in China companies may invest home.
-Companies may be forced to adapt and get better.
-New AI and digitization investments that reduce products.
-Increased patriotism.
-Mining more of our own natural resources.
In the long run it is possible that the U.S. may take a big hit in the beginning and adapt to the new market realities and improve its long run position. Yet that is anyone's guess. With all their facts and figures economists really don't know! They look to history to determine the future but they are often not one-for-one comparisons. It could be the death blow to our global supremacy that has been slipping or it could force us to get better and rejuvenate to a higher platform of existence.
Hurt the U.S. Economy:
-Agriculture and manufacturing will be hit and lose sales.
-Fewer cheap products for consumers.
-More expensive raw materials.
-Regional encampment and conflict.
-Depressed stocks as companies sales decline.
-Isolationist ideas take hold.
-Constant conflict and underbidding by both parties fighting for markets.
Help the U.S. Economy:
-Find new markets and stop focusing on China.
-Chinese will be starved for our technology.
-Instead of investing in China companies may invest home.
-Companies may be forced to adapt and get better.
-New AI and digitization investments that reduce products.
-Increased patriotism.
-Mining more of our own natural resources.
In the long run it is possible that the U.S. may take a big hit in the beginning and adapt to the new market realities and improve its long run position. Yet that is anyone's guess. With all their facts and figures economists really don't know! They look to history to determine the future but they are often not one-for-one comparisons. It could be the death blow to our global supremacy that has been slipping or it could force us to get better and rejuvenate to a higher platform of existence.
Circuit Exercises for Boxers
I love the sport of boxing for getting into shape. Whether you are actually in the ring, into general fitness, or just learning basic self defense circuits offer an opportunity to lose fat and gain upper body strength. For a number of years I have engaged in martial arts and kickboxing. What I found is that the entire body must be developed to do well. A little more focus on your core and upper arms also encourages better performance.
Circuit training is high cardio workouts that help focus on the needed areas. If you do these on a regular basis you will lose weight and gain strength quickly. They are not easy though. You are likely to burn out fast so just add them to your workout when you can. Don't get lazy...just make it happen.
Circuit training is high cardio workouts that help focus on the needed areas. If you do these on a regular basis you will lose weight and gain strength quickly. They are not easy though. You are likely to burn out fast so just add them to your workout when you can. Don't get lazy...just make it happen.
Using the Market to Find a Product Value Proposition
Business owners often have difficulty finding what their value proposition is for products and services. The process can seem daunting if you have never done it before. Knowing its position and price will help you gain more customers quickly. However, by following a few steps you can find your place in the market, its appeal to customers, and potential price range.
1. Explore all the possible uses and benefits of a product. Some products sell on their strength, functionality and quality. There are many ways to "pitch" a product and using your brainstorming skills will better understand an array of product benefits.
2. Talk to your customers and gain valuable feedback about what they believe are the benefits of your product. You may be surprised that customers have a completely different perception of value than what you believe the product has.
3. Compare your products to other products to determine where it is the same and where it is different. When you are comparing and contrasting your product with other products you may find something that differentiates it. This differentiation can be used to gain a market position.
4. Conduct a market analysis to determine the potential value of potential product attributes and where those attributes fit within the market. You may need to narrow down the potential benefits to determine which couple may be of most uses in the marketing products.
Once you have explored benefits, gained customer feedback, evaluated against similar products and conducted a market analysis you will have a pretty good idea what you value you want to focus on when developing a marketing campaign. Still, there will need to be fine tweaking of this concept to narrow down potential images, slogans, and specific messages.
1. Explore all the possible uses and benefits of a product. Some products sell on their strength, functionality and quality. There are many ways to "pitch" a product and using your brainstorming skills will better understand an array of product benefits.
2. Talk to your customers and gain valuable feedback about what they believe are the benefits of your product. You may be surprised that customers have a completely different perception of value than what you believe the product has.
3. Compare your products to other products to determine where it is the same and where it is different. When you are comparing and contrasting your product with other products you may find something that differentiates it. This differentiation can be used to gain a market position.
4. Conduct a market analysis to determine the potential value of potential product attributes and where those attributes fit within the market. You may need to narrow down the potential benefits to determine which couple may be of most uses in the marketing products.
Once you have explored benefits, gained customer feedback, evaluated against similar products and conducted a market analysis you will have a pretty good idea what you value you want to focus on when developing a marketing campaign. Still, there will need to be fine tweaking of this concept to narrow down potential images, slogans, and specific messages.
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
The Greater Responsibilities to Society
Sometimes we are so self consumed that we forget our greater responsibilities to society .We are worried about our pay, families, items, and needs that there isn't much left at the day to fulfill our responsibilities to society. When a great number of people no longer feel connected to certain principles that encourage a country to be great we run into an issue where the very fabric of our society begins to unravel.
Without values we collectively cherish with we will slowly dissipate into a mob of self-interested individuals. We fail to see the bigger picture that the world is bigger than us and there is a continuous stream of human development that leads to a better world.
In many ways, we can't blame people who are excessively focused on themselves. We are designed on a biological and psychological level to be self-absorbent from the day we are born and looking for nourishment and protection. We have a difficult time looking outside our "bubble" of consciousness to greater awareness of the "other".
As the mind develops, a few individuals begin to create a level of global intelligence that sees a greater connection to the world, themselves and the universe. They gain the "Eagles Eye" that sees the world from a different perspective that understands the systematic nature of society. They are the leaders of tomorrow.
While it may not seem that any one individual is important they are an important like a drop of water in a bucket. If they become exceptional leaders they guide a whole lot of others to greater awareness and action. As a nation of droplets we are at our best when we are work together to hedge our skills and abilities to create a tidal wave of force that leads to improvement for everyone.
Our people are a collection of ideas, thoughts, and efforts that leads to national action that can change the course of history. Leadership moves people beyond their selfish needs to help them find a piece of themselves in a national vision. Once the path is created and mechanisms understood, a lot of action at just the right times creates new beliefs that become part of our national identity. If the calling is noble enough other peoples and national will adopt the truth of those ideals as well.
Without values we collectively cherish with we will slowly dissipate into a mob of self-interested individuals. We fail to see the bigger picture that the world is bigger than us and there is a continuous stream of human development that leads to a better world.
In many ways, we can't blame people who are excessively focused on themselves. We are designed on a biological and psychological level to be self-absorbent from the day we are born and looking for nourishment and protection. We have a difficult time looking outside our "bubble" of consciousness to greater awareness of the "other".
As the mind develops, a few individuals begin to create a level of global intelligence that sees a greater connection to the world, themselves and the universe. They gain the "Eagles Eye" that sees the world from a different perspective that understands the systematic nature of society. They are the leaders of tomorrow.
While it may not seem that any one individual is important they are an important like a drop of water in a bucket. If they become exceptional leaders they guide a whole lot of others to greater awareness and action. As a nation of droplets we are at our best when we are work together to hedge our skills and abilities to create a tidal wave of force that leads to improvement for everyone.
Our people are a collection of ideas, thoughts, and efforts that leads to national action that can change the course of history. Leadership moves people beyond their selfish needs to help them find a piece of themselves in a national vision. Once the path is created and mechanisms understood, a lot of action at just the right times creates new beliefs that become part of our national identity. If the calling is noble enough other peoples and national will adopt the truth of those ideals as well.
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Horse Riding as a Lifetime Activity
You might ask why to get one?
I think there are few reasons that you can consider. They are connection to nature, hobby, social, and reward for hard work. You will eventually bond with your horse and it will become part of your family. There will be a need to groom, ride, and visit the horse on a regular basis.
You will get involved with a community of horse riders who are engage in horse activities that include parades, camping, hanging out at the stables and share horse tips and help each other out.
It will definitely be a project. The project includes continuous practices, learning, training, and spending time taking care of the horse and working on its overall abilities.
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