Getting a High Score in the Exam

Posted by Editor in Lifestyle Hacks on Oct 22nd, 2014 | 0 comments

Examination is one of the factors that is considered by teachers to pass their students. It is actually the main test for individuals who wants to get on the next level. However, taking the examination is not easy as counting 1-2-3. Taking the test is really a big challenge for the students but when you know how to handle it, exams will just be as light as a paper.

It is really essential to pass the exam since this is your key to get to another level. Studying is one of the main techniques to pass your test but by simply following the tips below, you are sure to pass the exam with high grades:

• Stay Focused and Do Not Panic – There are a lot of things that you can see especially when you don’t relax. By working out in a calm manner, you will be more likely to have beautiful photo.

• Do Your Best – Even if how many times you are being banned  to use anything on your section, you still know what are the things that is needed so that you will have an idea on how other people do it.
• Refrain from Talking to Stressed People – Stress is highly contagious. Once you encounter stressed people, handle the situation lightly. Keep calm and maintain your focus.
• Read the Instructions – Avoid unnecessary errors and pass the exam. All you have to do is give the correct answers and you will not be chased by any bullet.

A Walk from Little India

Posted by Editor in Exploring Singapore on Oct 18th, 2014 | 0 comments

Going to a place is never easy especially when you are a first timer in the area. On the other hand, there are things that can help you and can make it easy for you to tour a specific place. In Singapore, when it talks about Little India, the best thing to describe about the place is the spicy taste and the unique and exotic aromas that can only be found here.

Since it is known as the Indian community in Singapore, many tourists were lost when they’ve stepped in Little India. For many foreign visitors, Little India is the place where all Indian goods you need for souvenir or other purposes are here.

Now, because Chinatown is crowded with many establishments and people, it is very hard for Indians to also crowd themselves in the place that is also crowded with a bunch of people long with different groups and races. However, Little India is still leading when it comes to selling of goods to locals and foreigners. As said, many people will be lost when going to this place because all you can see here are Indian goods and people.

While Little India is very popular when it talks about Indians, Indian delicacies, Indian goods and more, many people still cannot understand and accept that Little India is a small place for Indians. Little India begins a walk at the Tekka Centre (specifically at Rochor and Serangoon Road).

3 Tips to Enhance Your Memory

Posted by Editor in Self-Improvement on Oct 15th, 2014 | 0 comments

Have you experience finding something that you know that you have it? Having difficulties in finding your wallet? keys? Forgot the way to the market? That’s a sign of low memory. Although, there are some point in time that a normal person will suffer to this scenario.

In reality, there are no assurances that something to prevent memory loss as one of the causes of it is aging. However, there are some tips to sharpen the memory. By following the simple and effective tips below, you will be amazed with what it can do to you:

• Be Mentally Fit: Like being physically fit by performing daily exercises, it is also good to perform mental exercises like solving crossword puzzle or Sudoku. Also, you can read magazines or newspapers. Moreover, you can read books regularly.
• Keep in Touch with People Around You: Since stress is one thing that may cause memory loss, it is better to socialize to people ad it would lessen the stress in your daily lives. Get in touch with them. Laugh with them and talk to them like there’s no tomorrow.
• Organize All Your Belongings: It has been proven that once a room is not well-organized, there are tendencies that you will forget where you place the important things that you needed most. To avoid this, make a small note and place it on your door. Also, put the essential things like wallet, IDs and special documents wherein you can easily see it.

How to Improve Your Decision Making Skills

Posted by Editor in Self-Improvement on Oct 12th, 2014 | 0 comments

Deciding is not an easy task especially if there are a lot of things you need to consider. Your decisions will always have an implication and it can also affect someone directly or indirectly. With that, it is crucial that you know how to weigh things especially here in Singapore where things happen so fast that you have no time to spare for thinking. Unfortunately, not all people here in Singapore are blessed with the skills of making good decisions.

If you lack the skills to make good decisions, you can refer to the tips provided below. It can help you improve your decision making skills. Here are some tips worth mentioning:

• Think of opportunity cost: Opportunity cost is taught in school. For sure you have an idea what it means or stands. You should look for an alternative that will yield greater returns. For example, if you are thinking about shopping, your only option would be to buy it or not when in fact there are other options like saving it up for a vacation. Whenever you decide, you have to consider the thing that you can derive more returns or satisfaction.

• Multitrack: They say that more heads are better than one. That is true when you are making a decision. If you manage a company and you need to decide on something, delegate the task to many groups because more options mean more solutions.

 

• Look outside of the box: Conventional decisions are sometimes unsuccessful. There are times that unconventional ideas are successful because they are infused with fresh and extraordinary ideas. When making a decision, it is helpful to look outside of the box.

• Honour priorities: If you have troubles making a decision, it is advisable to honour your priorities. Before thinking of solutions, you have to think first of what you are hoping to gain. This will become your priorities. Let your priorities be your guide.

• Think of the future: It was mentioned a while ago that decisions will always have an implication. With that being said, it is significant that you plan for various outcomes.

It is natural to be confused when you are faced with something but if you improved your decision making skills, things will be lighter. Perhaps the key here is to get the support of your family, friends and loved ones. Sometimes, you need the ideas of other people and incorporate it in yours to make it work. Value the ideas of the people around you because it can make a difference at the end of the day.

Next Generation Wearable: Google Contact Lenses

Posted by Editor in Information Technology on Oct 9th, 2014 | 0 comments

There is a worldwide demand of vision care therefore the creation and development of contact lenses. Contact lenses are form of vision correction and it is common here in Singapore. Many Singaporeans consider it because it can now correct almost all eye problems like astigmatism, myopia, hyperopia and presbyopia. Despite the recent developments in eye care (like surgical procedures and lens technology), there are many people who still consider contact lenses because it is safe, inexpensive and effective.

Google is banking on this. You should know that Google is developing smart lenses. These smart lenses are more than correcting eye problems. Here are some things you need to know about the next generation wearable:

• What it can do: You have heard that diabetes is a growing problem not only here in Singapore but around the world. You may not be familiar about the everyday struggles of people with diabetes but controlling their blood sugar levels is a daunting task. Google wanted to help. So it thought about employing contact lenses to track the glucose levels of patients with diabetes. Google is proud to announce that they are building a smart lens that can gauge glucose levels in tears.

• Technology behind it: How can smart lenses gauge your glucose levels? Your tear has something to do with that but it is just the tip of the iceberg. Google is developing contact lenses that are equipped with minute wireless chip as well as scaled-down glucose sensor. Wireless chip and glucose sensors are implanted in the layers of the contact lenses. Google is exploring the idea of incorporating LED lights that can warn the wearer of glucose levels.
• When to expect it: It is still early to say when this technology will be released in the market but it is safe to say that researchers are doing their best to make this available soon. Google is working with partners to bring this technology to people who really need it.

This technology will surely help a lot of people in the long run. Though they are still in the testing stage, the fact that this project holds too much potential is good enough for people with eye problems (like astigmatism, myopia, hyperopia and presbyopia) and diabetes.

Apart from health benefits, contact lenses can significantly improve self-esteem and confidence of wearers as compared to those who are using spectacle glasses. With that, contact lenses are worth the shot if you give it a chance. If you are fed up with your spectacles, you can always make the switch. Just go to your optometrist.