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Man on Wire

2008

A look at tightrope walker Philippe Petit's daring, but illegal, high-wire routine performed between New York City's World Trade Center's twin towers in 1974, what some consider, "the artistic crime of the century".

94 min

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Hansel & Gretel and the Importance of Creative Strategies

When an ADHD brain leaves one task to go to another, and then back again, they may have a difficult time finding their footing in what they were doing in that original task, AND not have the motivation to begin it.

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Art, Mind, And Brain: A Cognitive Approach to Creativity

In a provocative discussion of the sources of human creativity, Gardner explores all aspects of the subject, from the young child’s ability to learn a new song through Mozart’s conceiving a complete symphony.

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How to Maintain Concentration (for as long as 14 hours!)

Once again, please remember that I am not advising you to do study sessions of this length. This is something which has worked for me in the past but which isn’t necessary for success (at all!).

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A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science (Even If You Flunked Algebra)

Whether you are a student struggling to fulfill a math or science requirement, or you are embarking on a career change that requires a new skill set, A Mind for Numbers offers the tools you need to get a better grasp of that intimidating material.

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Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning

To most of us, learning something “the hard way” implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier.

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Don’t Be “Distracted by Their Darkness” | Marcus Aurelius on Success

What can Marcus Aurelius teach us about being successful?

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Change Your Brain, Change Your Grades: Science-Based Strategies to Boost Memory, Strengthen Focus, and Study Faster

Physician and neuroscientist Daniel G. Amen shares a proven approach to help students excel in school, including study tips tailored to each reader’s unique brain type. Brain health pioneer Dr. Daniel Amen knows what it takes to get the brain ready to succeed.

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