Be Present
Rolf Dobelli said: Our brains cope automatically with all three layers of time—past, present and future. The issue is which one we concentrate on.
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What I have learned from Dobelli is that it’s not about avoiding making long-term plans, but once they are in place to focus wholly on the now. Not ruminating about the past, worrying or wondering about the future, but living in the present.
9th Duoversary
Did you know? Duolingo was launched to the public on June 19th, 2012.
I joined Duolingo in January 2014. Through the years I saw the many wonderful changes the little green owl had gone through, and it’s only getting better and better!
My First Box of “The Little Book Box” by NLB
About a month ago, I mentioned about my subscription of NLB’s The Little Book Box program. Today, my first ‘box’ of books has arrived!
The New Duolingo “Legendary Level”
Something new has happened in Duolingo and I love it!
Duo the very smart little green owl of Duolingo has recently introduced Legendary Level. Learners can now up their game and complete timed challenges. Once completed, the golden yellow bubble turns purple.
Insider Guides to Working in Norway by Karin Ellis (Ellis Culture)
I recently had the privilege of getting to know Karin Ellis of Ellis Culture. It was through Speak Norsk that I found Ellis Culture and from there I attended the free online seminar hosted by Karin on Applying for jobs in Norway.
You might be wondering why I’m doing this. Am I job hunting in Norway? […]
The Little Book Box by NLB
The Little Book Box is a book subscription service by the NLB targeted at young readers aged four to nine, offering a broad range of genres. It’s a carefully curated selection by the librarians suitable for children’s interests aimed at nurturing their love for reading. Read more about it here.
Although targeted at children, I’m very interested in the program and opted to subscribe to support this NLB initiative.
My Duolingo: Swedish Level 4
Duolingo has helped me get daily exposure to the foreign languages I’m learning and it still does. Bless that little green owl! In 75 days I would reach a 365 day streak earning me the “Wildfire” achievement. There are 12 “Achievements” to be attained and I’ve already gotten 10. So…
What I want to achieve this weekend: