How to Make Math Easy

Okay, lets face it. There is no way to actually make Math "Easy" but there is a way to make it so that it's not "Hard." I tried googling "Math Life Hacks," "How to be good at Math," and "How to get an A in Calculus," to no avail. I learned some good study tips, but it wasn't that "BAM" secret that I was looking for: that resource that would ensure my inevitable success in Calculus and Physics. But I didn't give up there.

(Image from http://people-equation.com/perfect-corporate-culture/a-plus-sign/) Long story short I caved when we started learning washers, discs, and shells, and I bought an account at thattutorguy.com. He has videos on EVERY math subject, and unlike the unhelpful khan academy, his videos actually make math seems easy.

I caught up on my Algebra, which was my weak spot, and all of the other things I somehow missed throughout my math journey. I can now proudly say that I am confident I will get through calculus, and physics (once Chris makes more physics videos- the website is still pretty new). That tutor guy is officially on my list of AMAZING people who are still alive. I put him up there with Paula Begoun, Derek Banas, and Bill Gates. People who have done such a service to humanity that their names should be recorded in history.

(Image from thattutorguy.com). You don't have to be rich to afford the most amazing resource out there. Thank you Chris, for being so affordable. I now feel like my dreams are within grasp.

How to Help Neighbors Neglected Dog

Hi all!

I suspected my neighbors dogs were being stuck outside in the cold of winter. They are stuck on the porch always barking in desperation for something exciting to happen. They are stuck as the world just passes them by. I know they get some attention because I often hear the neighbors yelling "BAD DOG." Here's the thing- the neighbors are good people. The dogs are close to the house and they even got a second one so that the first one had a companion. After I talked with them, I realized that my suspicions of neglect were far from the truth- so I'm so happy I did!

For others though who want to do something about the neighbors dogs, to rescue them from their boredom:

1) Go over there and say, very sweetly "Do you care if I play with your dogs?" Luckily the neighbors are good-hearted, they will agree. Then you can play fetch with the pups

2) For other situations, you could always go over, and point out that the dog doesn't seem to get a lot of attention (say it in a sympathetic manner to avoid them getting defensive- note how much of a burden it can be so that they feel like you are being understanding). Then offer to buy the dog from them. Don't do this unless you have a kind, loving family who can take the dog(s) in. Only take them to a shelter if you think its better for them there (Shelters are also HORRIBLE for dogs, it stresses them out a whole lot).

3) If your particularly shy, try writing them a kind note offering to walk the dogs and explaining how you noticed they looked bored.

4) If you just want to make the neighbors realize that they are being cruel, have a pamphlet sent to them on proper dog care. Many don't realize how CRUCIAL social interaction is for dogs. To be extra discreet, you can send it to your neighbors too- just make sure it doesn't look like junk mail so it doesn't just get tossed immediately.

Note: Acting on this is hard, its out of your comfort zone. A trick I use is imagining how I'd feel after I made the action (saying something/sending flyers). Try to vividly picture the dogs being happy from something you did. The law of attraction will make it happen.

The Cheap Secret to Amazing Skin- You Probably Have it

Hi all, this is not so much of an unspeakable conversation (unless your catty and don’t want to share your beauty secrets with the worldJ), but I wanted to share some TRUTH about skincare. You DO NOT need to spend a bunch of money on face products. That’s a load of crap- I learned the hard way, and I was even doing my research before buying the products. Here’s the most incredible skin product I have found- and you probably have it in your house right now!

NEOSPORIN

Apply a fine layer to your skin as a moisturizer, and as a toner (NEVER BUY TONER OR FACE LOTION AGAIN (except sunscreen…)) after washing your face (usually before bed). I actually use it as a cleanser at night sometimes without even washing my face, but I find I can only get away with this for about a week until my skin needs a gentle scrub down (this gives lots of time for my beloved Xen tan to give me a deep olive tan).

Don’t buy makeup remover either- you can use coconut oil (make sure it says expeller pressed). It’s very gentle and also a wonderful makeup primer if you want a fresh glow. If you wash your skin in the morning then I recommend using this stuff as a face lotion since it is not as thick as the

Neosporin.

How it works: I would speculate that since Neosporin is an antibiotic, it works by sanitizing the pores. With no germs swimming around on your skin, your body has no reason to react defensively aka form a zit. It maintains your acid mantle because you are not using harsh cleansers that dry out your skin (acid mantle is a protective layer of oil with a specific PH that your skin maintains on its own).

Note: the best thing you can do for your skin is drink 8 cups of water a day, and get lots of sleep. Plus eat healthy, clean (raw) foods. Your stomach is not a waste basket!

Motivational post

If you read motivational quotes, and wise quotes in general, then good things will come to you.

How an Individual can Make the Nation a Better Place

I am in a humanities class right now and there are a lot of radical ideas that i am reading about that answer my questions of how I (which I am not rich and don't have a lot of money) can change the world when I am just a citizen with no authority or power.

Here's some Idea's

1) REMEMBER that energy flows where attention goes, and the thing in question will surely grow. This means that simply taking the time to have a conversation about how people should be treated better, posting a blog entry, publishing an article, writing a letter to a magazine editor, and posting videos on You tube- you are feeding the life of the concept of kindness. It will spread if you feed it as often as you can.

Feed the nation starving for kindness

2) Try finding a website that allows you to create your own bumper sticker and have as many sent to you as possible, saying something like "BEING NICE IS A REALLY GOOD IDEA" and "MAY KINDNESS LIVE ON" are some ideas (okay, yeah that last one was pretty lame but you get the idea). Then pass them out into peoples mail boxes with a note that says "Hello, I am passing these bumper stickers out in hopes that people will put them on their cars to be a constant reminder that kindness is a concept that can die in society- and this is my way of trying to strengthen it." Most people will like the message and support it. Give them extras for friends too. Soon you'll see the message all around town; and repetition is a form of brainwashing. In this case we are using the knowledge that corporations use in advertising to brainwash us to buy their product but we are doing it for the personal gains of everyone.

3) Dream big. Set high goals for yourself to get yourself into a position to which you can make a difference. Study media psychology to find out ways that the media brainwashes us to use their products, and use that to brainwash people into being nice. Your working with a higher power now, and love is a powerful motivator.

NOTE: Don't get screwed over by being nice. Know when to be assertive, and never trust anyone because they will take advantage of you. Be positive, but don't take that too far and end up being a doormat or something :)

Glowing White Eyes Staring

Sitting on the couch. It's about 11:00pm, and I'm watching Game of Thrones. The red lights are on in the living room, and that's all. I look out the window, and I see a pair of glowing white eyes staring at me.

"Mom! Wake up! There are eyes staring at me!"

She stirred, obviously annoyed, and looked.

"Those are just the cat."

"NO. Mom! The cat is not that tall! MOM, PLEASE WAKE UP. This is scaring me!!!"

"Oh Breanna, stop! You're being dramatic."

"Mommmmm, Pleaseee go see what it is."

Mean while I'm staring at these eyes and they are completely unmoving. So still, and so white.

"Mom, how in the hell are they reflecting white at me if there are only red lights on in the house?!" I jumped up to make sure there was not a cell phone casting light, and there was none. The porch light was not on. The TV was not facing that direction. I stared at them, and tried to shoo them away with my mind. That did about as much as you'd expect, but it was worth a try.

"MOM. THERE ARE EYES STARING AT ME."

"Get over it Breanna. Stop, I'm trying to sleep."

I continued watching Game of Thrones, looking over occasionally to see if they were still there until eventually they disappeared. I ran downstairs into Anthony's room and hid under the covers with him. The only thing I can think it would be is a raccoon. It still baffles me though how they reflected the white light. I was almost as though the light was shining from within the creatures skull.

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Identifying Hallucinogenic Mushrooms

I noticed it's pretty hard to find online how to find and correctly identify hallucinogenic mushrooms, Which I thought would be pretty spiffy to know in case a friend shows me some mushrooms they picked so I can help them to tell whether the mushrooms will kill them or not. Sooo I decided to buy the book "Poisonous and Hallucinogenic Mushrooms," and I now understand why there isn't some quick website to give you the tips you need to know.

In order to correctly identify a hallucinogenic mushrooms vs. a, say, poisonous mushroom, one must learn how mushrooms are identified, and those of you who thought that would be easy, lets just say it is NOT. It takes practice, so get out there and picking those babies apart!

For example; you need to know the spore print of the mushroom your looking for. Seeing as people's lives may be at stake, you probably don't want to trust the internet to tell you what that's supposed to look like, I'd go for a book. You also need to pay attention to minute details such as the way the cap of the mushroom peels off the stem, what seasons/states the mushroom grows in, as well as the conditions (lawn, bark, dung etc.), how the mushroom bruises, and even tinier details that I can't even put into words, it'd have to be in a picture (okay I'll try; whether the gills bend up when attaching to the stem or down... either way, you needs pics.)

Soooo whether you were looking to make some cash, go on a "sacred trip," or even just want to know if you have some deadly facades of hallucinogenic mushrooms in your yard, your gonna have to get that book. Once I decipher the information and new mushie vocabulary ill post something for fear that someone might pick the wrong mushrooms, but until then consider ordering your own. Later!

*Update! Upon deeper examination of my book, I realized it's incredibly horribly written. I tried googling the definitions of some of the terms in it, and there were no matches whatsoever. Go to the book store or the library and find something that works (avoid the book I mentioned above).