Synesthesia

What is Synesthesia?

Some people see colors in letters or numbers called color-graphemic synesthesia, see colors from sounds call sound-color synesthesia, or taste from hearing or saying certain words call lexical-gustatory synesthesia. 

How do some people have this ability? 

One of the beliefs argues that all people initially have this ability, but because of later stages in neurodevelopment when neuronal pruning occurs people lose the ability. The individuals who do not go through this process completely may have synesthesia.

Other arguments for how one can have synesthesia include cross-wiring of neurons, or atypical functioning of the ‘association area’ in the brain. Synethesia specifically color-graphemic can be induced through taking hallucinating drugs such as Magic Mushroom.

People with synesthesia has been linked to having stronger memory. 

credits: Tai's Psychology Blog

Always in Tune

human reflexes. manusia bertindak balas. in any situation. dalam apa jua keadaan.

a reflex action is an involuntarily & nearly instantaneous movement in response to a stimulus.
reaction time is from the onset of a stimulus until the organism responds.
in animals, reaction time to visual stimuli is typically 150 to 300 milliseconds.

the most common example is when someone try to hit you on the face, of course you'll avoid it right? If not, then your reflex is low.
Other examples which could be relevant:

I. Shopping at clearance or warehouse sale. Semua berebut for best bargain. With high reflexes, you'll know how to get what you want.
II. Between lecturer and student. Bila lecturer tanya soalan, student jawab, it shows the brain reacts giving good reflexes.
III. In most ocassion, bila nampak cameraman or those with camera nak amik gambar, mesti cepat buat aksi *hot.cun.maut* the terms di gunakan nowadays. hahaha ;p

macam simpulan bahasa melayu ada cakap "cubit peha kanan, peha kiri terasa" dan "siapa makan cili, dia terasa pedas"

Btw, I'm no Albert Einstein. the definition & most information above, credits to the existence of the WorldWideWeb.

*ok sekian, tak sabar nak jalan-jalan ke negeri orang* =)

Concerning English

hey all! i'm glad to be home for raya, finally =) just as i was browsing the papers to read the unread news, i came by with this topic - Are you speak engris? the topic was discussed in Malaysian Today's paper dated Sept 18-24.

my 1st reaction to it - WTF? and its a bit funny. no! really funny & stupid if u read the article. it has 101 reasons to school them in English! below are some of it:-

1) at a job interview:
Q - you have a long name. so how do I address you?
A - I live in Gombak Setia, sir.

2) thanks GOD I pass
3) I pass all my testes. my grades should be hirer.

4) a top local singer calls out to the crowd during her concert saying "are you a fans?"
more.."are you enjoys?

5) overheard at a stall in town - "Do you speak the Englands?"

6) movie star - "I am mixed"
local celebrity - "With what?"

7) a very famous local singer was asked by a stewardess - "How would you like your coffee?" the singer earnestly replied - "In a cup please"

p/s - if anyone wants the full article, just msg me. i'll email it to ya! it's good if your knowledge is just as a pinch of salt.

::facts for life::

Did you know?

Eating breakfast can actually help you lose weight? Reports have found that a healthy breakfast helps teenage girls stay slim! That’s because breakfast kickstarts your metabolism in the morning & acts like fuel to your body. When you get to lunch, you’re not starving, thus it helps you make reasonable choices for lunch & dinner. Those who eat breakfast on a regular basis are also less likely to snack between meals.

Did you know...?

• Bacteria collected over time will turn into plaque, which may lead to dental cavities @ tooth decay in the long run. This may cause infection, pain & even loss of teeth!
  
• Eating sweet cereal dry isn’t a good idea because of high sugar content. It’s best to mix it with milk!
  
• Putting your teeth in direct contact with heat & ice may corrode them over a long period of time. So think twice about sipping hot tea & ice water the next time you’re about to!
  

::Actionista::

What is an Actionista? Actionista is someone who:

Turns ideas into action instead of dreaming about what lies ahead.
Is smart, strong & powerful. She can be whoever she wants to be.
Speaks her mind & expresses her opinions. She is seen & heard.

Takes responsibility for her own life – physically, emotionally & spiritually.
Focuses on her strengths & puts a stop to negative patterns.
Knows her weaknesses & has the courage to change whatever needs to be changed.

Treat herself well – she eats healthily, exercises & gets enough shut eye. She is comfortable in her own skin.
Makes a difference in something she truly believes in.
Counts her blessings & realises that the grass is not always greener on the other side.

Admits her mistakes, learns from them & keep moving.
Is firm. Sticks to her values & principals & doesn’t stoop & peer pressure.
Takes charge & will not be assaulted physically @ emotionally.
Searches inside herself & reaches outward to help others.

Grabs opportunities that come her way instead of regretting her decision not to.
Gives her best & put her heart into everything that she does.
Does not get defeated if she fails. Instead, she tries again & does not quit easily.

Leaving on a jet plane

Before going on a vacation, here are some tips so everything will goes well.

Health & insurance - prevention is better than cure
Don’t forget to take a copy of your medical records & keep a note of the medication that you’re used to taking, if you have any. Check if your host country has any immunisation requirements. Get a reliable health insurance policy & be sure of what it covers.

Research weather & culture
Take some time to research the weather of your host country. Find out as much as you can from other people about the country, as 1st hand experiences give you a great insight into the culture of the place as well.

Packing
Pack only what you need for settling down & the appropriate clothes for the weather there. Make sure you weigh your luggage before you head to the airport, having to unpack stuff there is just a nuisance.

Accommodation
Make sure you’ve got transport from the airport to your booked accommodation.

Money
Have the correct currency available. Don’t carry too much cash but have enough to get you by. If you’re planning on using your credit card, inform your bank that you will be using it & in which country.

REMINDER
All liquids to be carried onto the plane must now be bagged in a transparent bag. Each item should not contain more than 100ML of liquid.

Write down important contact numbers & carry it with you always. (Don’t just store it in your phone as your batteries may run out!)

Tag your bag, so you recognise it & attach your address as well. Don’t forget to lock it too!

Pack some clothes in your hand carry just in case your luggage goes missing.

Get healthy teeth!

Whatever you do, don’t overlook one of the most important parts of our face – our pearly whites.

Tips for oral hygiene:
Rinse your mouth after meals & brush your teeth twice a day to clean your teeth & keep your teeth fresh at all times.

Use a soft, contoured toothbrush to clean hard-to-reach places & stimulate your gums. Replace it once every 3 months so you’ll have good, clean bristles to brush with!

Floss your teeth to make sure there are no leftover bits stuck in between (this may accumulate & give you multiple problems over time)

Drink plenty of water & milk daily. Water helps to hydrate your mouth & lips while milk strengthens teeth.

Eat food & fruits rich in fibre & protein so you can massage your gums & clean your teeth while you chew. Soup, smoothies, cheese & yogurt are recommended too!

Visit the dentist for a thorough check-up once every 3 – 6 months. Don’t wait until a toothache strikes, it will definitely hurt & cost more! If you’ve got loose teeth, bad breath, red & swollen gums @ gums that bleed easily as you’re brushing, consult a dentist immediately!

Don’t chew on hard food because you’ll risk causing damage to your teeth.

Kickstart your day!

Eating a good breakfast sets the tone for the rest of the day. It fires up your mind, body & metabolism.

Peanut butter on whole wheat toast
Easy to make & they contain protein, fibre, Vitamin B3 & E and healthy fats that will keep you satisfied until the bell rings for lunch!

Energy Bars
Energy bars @ granola can be nutritious. While some are actually more like candy bars, just make sure to watch the calories, sugar, fibre & fats.

Breakfast Cereals
Start your day with a bowl of breakfast cereal & you’re most likely to get all the nutrients you need. Opt for a whole-grain cereal rather than a refined-grain or sugary ones. They can be beaten cold & mixed with milk, yoghurt, fruit @ boiled like oatmeal.

Low-fat Yoghurt
Yoghurt is packed with protein. It helps to keep your colon healthy & strengthens the immune system!

Fresh Fruits
Fruits provide a slow release of energy to last you till lunchtime. It also has tons of vitamins & minerals. Pack them in a portable container & bring them to school/college/work. If you prefer a delicious fresh smoothie, blend it with or without yoghurt. You can even make fruit salad.

*Timesaver Tip*
Cut the fruits @ make fruit salad the night before & store in the fridge. That way, you don’t have to rush in the morning! If you’re on the run, grab a banana. It boosts energy & is low in calories.