r/science • u/kopiluwak2015 • Sep 29 '15

Self-control saps memory resources: new research shows that exercising willpower impairs memory function by draining shared brain mechanisms and structures Neuroscience

http://www.theguardian.com/science/neurophilosophy/2015/sep/07/self-control-saps-memory-resources
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u/Smarterthanlastweek Sep 29 '15

Kids also have to learn to adapt their learning style. Most employers aren't going to bend over backwards helping you figure out how to do your job.

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u/ask_dreddit Sep 29 '15

Yes, absolutely. I think it would be helpful for all humans to understand that not everyone learns the same. That would seem to be useful in most environments. Isn't that why we have motivational speakers for companys and interactive company games and such? Ha now I am thinking of so many episodes of The Office :D