How To Speed Up the Learning Process

by Nuno Marinho | Jul 11, 2015 | Performance

A targeted effort can increase learning velocity. Yes, is that simple! Here is how it works: Myelin is a microscopic neural substance that adds a vast amount of speed and accuracy to your movements and thoughts. It is activated, keeps growing and is optimized by deep...

The Practice Process

by Nuno Marinho | Jun 27, 2015 | Mindfulness, Performance

1 – Listen to a song you like a few times. 2 – Start playing it. 3 – Focus on the score. 4 – Play and Sing the 1st phrase. 5 – Star over from the beginning. 6 – Add the next note and/or phrase. 7 – Replay it in your mind. 8 – Start again. 9 – At each try, add spirit,...

Disclaimer: Key Questions to Explore

by Nuno Marinho | Jun 20, 2015 | Performance

If 80% of our results come from 20% of our actions (“Pareto’s Law”) and if self-improvements occur gradually and cumulatively (“Theory Of Marginal Gains”) we should start focusing on that juicy 20% to working on that. Let’s focus specifically on what is important....

Role Models: Who Are Your Masters?

by Nuno Marinho | Jun 16, 2015 | Mindfulness, Performance

I grew up inspired by stories about Masters, people who excel themselves and lead by example. Not because they want to but because their community and their peers follow their beliefs. Mr Myagi’s fictional persona on the motion picture “Karate Kid” or Nick Nolte’s...