Nudity and My Beliefs

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Nudity. A controversial subject that many would rather not discuss. Some find it arousing while others find it lewd and offensive. In San Francisco nudity is a casual reality in many places. Although against the law, people still walk around without any discomfort exposing their entire body. As for everyone else in the nation, I’m sure very few people want to walk around without any clothes.  I personally would not want to see people casually exposing their body while dining out at a buffet.

There would be many problems associated with nudity if it was a casual practice. The first problem is that the body secretes internal substances. The human body naturally secretes genital fluid when exposed and aroused. If people were to walk around nude casually, they would need to bring a towel to sit on. The second problem is not properly maintaining hygiene. The body eventually smells bad if you don’t maintain it. This would imply washing to eliminate the odors. It would be difficult to be around a person if they smell terrible. The third problem is that some people are really hard to look at. It’s one thing to want to show off a wonderfully fit and toned body, but hard to see someone’s body that is morbidly obese or covered in hair. It seems obvious that many people are not use to seeing large body sizes. The fourth problem is the tendency to be aroused. For most in public, people can control their ability to be aroused. It’s the same behavior demonstrated when one’s at a pool. Nevertheless, more than often individuals might see a body that arouses them which could allow hormones to lead to erect physical properties. This can be unintentionally distracting. The fifth problem, many members of society simply do not like it. It could be offending because of one’s culture, religion, moral beliefs or personal insecurities. The sixth and final problem is indecent behavior and crime. Subjecting oneself to nudity can lead to indecent and immoral behavior for some because of arousal or if under the influence; it can also have consequences because of potential harm by others.

Now that I have established the problems associated with nudity as a casual form, it’s best to see what are possible positive functions of casual nudity if it was norm in society. The first function is that it affects one’s self-image. An individuals that has no issues showing off their body may seem comfortable with themselves. The individual may also feel open and willing to express their behaviors freely without embarrassment. The second function affects others by showing the human anatomy. Genders may loose the desire or curiosity to see the body of another as they familiarize seeing it (this would also most likely lead to possible relationship desirability based on status, attitude and personality). This is seen in many nudist colonies and native tribes. The third function is that it seems society that is associated with nudity are less formal. It seems long term individuals around a nudist beach or colony are more disciplined at the sight of nudity. It seems they are more embracive and willing to accept others with similar values. The fourth function is comfortablility. It’s a norm for a member of society to sleep wearing nothing. They do this because of personal comfort or that it suits them. Another reason they would consider wearing nothing is when the temperature get too hot and the protrusion of sweat is intolerable. This is to retain comfort or become comfortable. The fifth function is desexualized views. Individuals around a nudity-free environment seem to carry the view that nudity is natural phenomenon. Just like in native tribes, people eventually become accustom to nudity. It’s also my hypothesis that there is possibly a positive effect on married couples. The sixth function is the use of attraction, promotion and consumption. The use of nudity attracts attention and visual arousal. Nudity can be seen in many art pieces and runway fashion. The use of nudity is illustrious in the art world because of its use of forms. It can be visually delightful and emotionally portrayed. The use of attraction can be used for not only artistic purposes but for possible promotional purposes, such as: naked yoga, feminist protests groups, or even for promoting foreign skin care product like Fa NutriSkin, from Belgium, which utilized a nude female within its public TV advertisements. It can also be used to want people to buy products or services that can alter one’s appearance, such as the use of skin care products and tanning salons.

Now that the negative and positive perspectives are out of the way, I will state my opinion about the idea of nudity.

Foremost, I do not believe nudity is sexual, because sexuality implies immoral behavior or action. I believe nudity is normal. Everybody has a body and eventually knows what features the opposite gender has. I also believe it doesn’t affect children nor does harm to society. I believe nudity should be embraces and overlooked. This does not mean everyone should have the ability to walk around naked all the time or just because they can, it means when people see nudity they shouldn't be bothered by it. It should be one's respectable decision to show off their body or keep their body private. I believe clothes are to be worn to show decency and respect for others around them. However, I do believe there should be occasions in which nudity should be tolerable and permissible; such as: days of high humidity and temperatures; maybe around water or certain recreational facilities (having the option of wearing a bathing suit or fitness clothes); around one’s home; public beaches; open baths or showers; or luxury locations (like tanning, spas and massage parlors). I believe nudity should be something that people sometimes or not often see, but when they do see it, they don’t mind or pay attention to it; like a doctor working with a patient. I also believe that nudity can be a certain kind of innocence or form of humility. For example: I believe the allowance to see the body of another should be appreciated, depending on the individual’s physique (if it’s delightful to see or not), because they are demonstrating a sense of humility. I also find children having the freedom to run around without clothes shows a sense of innocence and purity. To me, it feels very harmonious and natural. In my own words, perhaps I see nudity in a way of an artists, because I love the human form. I think by allowing nudity to be a neutral coherence in society, individuals will sees similarities and how everyone is simply a human-being. I predict this will help with social harmony. 

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My Losing Weight Hypothesis

Here are some methods I found personally beneficial and effective for maintaining weight and that could be useful for other who want to lose weight. 

1. Tummy tuck: Fat builds on stomach that one lets loose. Constantly remind yourself to tuck in your stomach and stand straight. This is the hardest yet efficient way to have a good habit to lose weight. I consider this a form of self-discipline.
2. Snack throughout the day: By having no time frame, the body doesn’t store fat. Instead, it uses the nutrients from the food whenever it can because the body never establishes a routine to store fat. Another good idea is to eat in less portions, I think it shrinks the stomach which helps burn food faster. 
3. Eat a lot less junk food: Cut down on fatty and whole grain foods, eat less fast food, and avoid consuming products with artificial sugar.
4. Eat things more natural: I found myself building my metabolism by eating fruits; especially berries and nuts. A high metabolism is key to maintaining and losing weight.
5. Sleep whenever tired: this includes getting at least eight hours of sleep. Tiredness can lead to unnecessary stress. I found sleeping keeps the brain fresh.
6. Eliminate unnecessary stress: this can be a challenge. Anything undesirable had the potential of creating stress. I found stress to affect one’s mind and potentially affect one’s body subconsciously.
7. Exercising and doing things with action: Most times when people want to lose weight, they think about exercising. I personally enjoy running and trail riding. I think exercising is excellent; however, doing things with more energy and action is also a great idea, like chores, walking the dog, or small things like parkouring over a sofa. I found it helpful to keep on the move whenever needed. Also, when I exercise, I exercise to tone and not build muscles I must  maintain. By toning, I can maintain fitness because I’m using my body in a way that maintains itself.
8. Use more brain power: Your brain also takes energy, and lots of it. Keep it maintained by not drinking or using unnecessary or harmful substances and it will take care of you. I have a personal hypothesis that’s the way one thinks along with the way one behaves, can possibly influence the way one looks as they grow older.

Addressing the Root of all Problems in the Nation

It seems the root of almost every problem in this nation leads to the lack of civility. Are we not an aged society with advanced minds and technology? Is it not being American the nationality that binds us together? Are we not unique human-beings capable of rational or moral decisions? Is it not in the best interest of religions or personal ethics to promote civility? Surely the lives of everyone around us has purpose and meaning. I believe with civility we are capable of much more than what we can do now. In addition, with civility there should  be no need for the irrational attitude and behavior of citizens or law enforcement. Being civilized, we should care for the welfare of our-self and others. With civility comes rational, logical, intelligent, and compassionate minds that can make this country a more beautiful and pleasant place to live. 

Business Ethic Suggestion

When it comes to business, it's a dog eat dog world in the US. I have experienced first hand how fast pace and possibly barbaric it can be. I believe this is a field that can use some ethics.

When I saw business being conducted in Japan, I've noticed a huge change in behavior compared to the way business is conducted in America. The way individuals in Japan conduct business is very harmonious, delicate, and precise. Through their actions and behavior I saw a more noble and harmonious business ethic that I believe could also work in the western world.
Of course it's obvious the Japanese work ethic is very different from that in the US. In Japan business man treat their job as if part of a family. They even have their own assign seating and spend after hours with their company drinking. The heavy use of business cards and level of bowing is also apparent. I observed their actions and wondered what if that could be useful in the western world.

The Business ethics I believe that could be useful from Japan that could be a great business ethics in the US is: the use of politeness and consideration of authority or company rank; how individuals should talk one at a time and with large pauses to not overlook ideas; and most importantly to not argue ideas, instead discuss ways to innovate or reinforce ideas. For example, when a person states their idea, another person could build upon that idea or improve it without offending the person who came up with that idea. In further detail, imagine if a person talks about how improving the wing design of a plane can improve performance. Another person sees it and talks about how they believe the idea could create more drag, so instead they offers their suggestions, new idea, or solution. In this discussion no one is arguing, everyone is stating their ideas and stating ideas in consideration of the ideas of others. It creates a harmonious environment that promotes respect, comfort and innovation. I believe this business ethic can be extremely useful here in the United States.

An interesting video I found on this topic(added 8/21/16):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC2wyBmfCTY

What I Believe Happiness is

I live to be happy. This seems like a universal idea for pretty much everyone, but what is happiness? Happiness to me means many things. Below, I have written a list describing my belief of happiness.

Happiness is:

1. Finding a sense of comfort and joy with oneself.
2. Having the ability to do what one wants and be judgement free. 
3. Having the ability to be financially independent.
4. Living comfortably and without stress.
5. Being able to spend one’s life with the company of one’s family and relatives.
6. Being able to reflect on delightful past experiences and reminisce times of nostalgia.
7. Having the ability to be in the company of wonderful, pleasant, and uplifting friends.
8. Having the ability to look upon one’s past efforts and witnessing the satisfaction of accomplishment.
9. It’s waking up one morning and having the ability to do something new, exciting, adventurous or challenging.
10. Maybe having the ability to share life with someone and waking up to a person that excites, energizes, and motivates one’s life.
11. Having the feeling of being secure, safe and care free.
12. It’s a relaxed, Zen-like state of mind where one’s conscious is fresh, young, and unclouded.
13. It’s having the luxury of time on one’s side.
14. It’s the ability to work on projects that one has a passion for.
15. It’s the ability and capability to help others and make others happy.
16. Happiness is having peace. 

My Opinion on Jobs

What is a job? How does it affect our life? What should we gain from a job?

"You're fired!" A famous quote stated by the renowned millionaire Donald Trump. If you were to hear those words tomorrow, how would you feel? I'm sure it's something along the phrase, "THE WORLD IS ENDING!" I'm going to take the time to think and analyze what is actually a job and what i think about it.

A job, a paid position of regular employment or paid task or piece of work, is important to pretty much everybody. The obvious reason for a job is that we make money to survive or pay for assets.
It seems reasonable to say that having a job can alter our personality on a day to day basis and change who we are or the way we think. But what do we have to gain besides money? I personally believe there's so much one could gain.

Foremost, It's obvious the reason why we get jobs, everybody needs to survive. Other alternatives to making money would be working hard by creating a small business (selling a product or service), making a corporation or relying on investments/ income streams. Another alternative would be to remove your social security and live off the land like the pioneer days; however, this is subject to public and political scrutiny.
I've had three jobs in my life time. My first job was a dog councilor (i worked with dogs). My second job was at Kroger (I vaguely remember my name being a number). My third and most recent job, as of the moment, was working as a carpet cleaner.

While remember the times I worked I came up with ideas on what we should gain by having jobs:

1. Insight and learning: When we get a job, we gain the insight of an industry. Therefore, learning everything about that job is definitely a great idea. See how they work, what their business model is, how they conduct their services or sell their products. Every source of information is worth knowing for future reference. It's also important to set goals in the company, what do you want to accomplish, what skills or information do you want to obtain. I found it very important to know about the legal and financial side of running the business. I also found that there is a significant amount of information that can be gathered, the amount one knows is insignificant compared to the amount of information that's actually out there.

2. Acquire skills: Skills are one of the most important thing one should utilize in a job. Once you have obtain a skill, improve upon it. If one already has mastered a skill, find ways to make it more efficient, less time consuming, and more productive. By doing this, not only are you improving self worth, you're also improving yourself and your desirability in the work force.

3. Acquire social skills: When in a job, begin developing a can do anything attitude. Learn to communicate effectively. Learn to deal with problems effectively and be the person you want to see yourself as. By doing this people will respect you, you will gain publicity and possible recognition  by individuals in higher positions. If I may, pause for a second, there is a difference between being a boss and being a leader. A boss pushed and is essentially  jerk, a leader inspires, motivates and leads from the front.
 
4. Gain references: It's not what you know, it's who you know. This can be a good idea to obtain and find contacts in a work environment. Having great communication skills and talent can get you far in any industry.

5. Improve yourself: You're gaining knowledge, skills, social skills, and contacts. Use everything to improve yourself. It's important to keep in mind what you want to accomplish. Don't let your dreams fall idle to the ambitions of the job/company. If you can, make the work place more fun; play some music, dance a little; become an example for others.

6. Find a job you love or can create: One should find a job, or job position, that suits his or her desires. This will allow the individuals to gain intrinsic motivational values and allow them to stay with the company. Another idea can be to utilize everything you've learned and experienced to create your own enterprise. When working in a job you're making other people money, by creating your own business, you're the one in control. You are your own boss. Identify niches, do your research, build a plan, find financing, and run life the way you want.

By adding this list, I hope that one can learn and utilize the information and improve the quality of their own life.

Using Language with More Accuracy

I spent some time to think and analyze how we speak our language. It seems a manifest (obvious) function is that what one says will always solicit some sort of response. I have thought of the way we ask questions and provide with answers. Upon thinking about this, I discovered something interesting that has changed the way I speak. If a person answers with uncertainty, they have the possibility to reveal a lack of knowledge, seem as if they’re lying, seem ignorant or portray arrogance. I discovered by using the words perhaps, I believe, maybe, it seems, I guess, and I think before we state a response we’re uncertain of, we can express a statements that is both humbling and educational; giving a person the ability to learn from others without a negative portrayal. I think this can help in relationships, social interaction and personal honesty.

Another thing I learned is by stating sources of a topic, I found myself to be more credible and portrayed as a person with higher intellectual status. Also to preserve respect and professionalism, I found it best to find rational ways to state counter arguments. For example: "In regards to what Mr. Leeroy jenkins believes, Mr. Android Abraham Lincoln believes this way.... etc". I also find it a good idea to never be direct, always find uplifting ways to state or counter outargue things; such as, "Your opinions are very interesting; however, I think...etc." By doing this, one can keep professionalism while respecting the ideas of others.

Added Personal Quotes I

This is a list of my ideas and personality quotes.

·         An example of the difference between uneducated and educated is that an individuals who's uneducated discusses the results, where the individuals who's  educated discusses what led to the results. 

·         To love another one must first love them-self. To love oneself, one must first discover that love.

·         In an argument with a loved one that are not seeing things logically or listening to reason about their self worth or feelings, it's best to find ways to state that the reason you're helping or challenging them is because you love them and want them to be happy. This maybe an phileo type love or a stoge type love. In the end everyone desires to be loved. 

·         It's best to be mindful before expressing one's feelings. Such an expression can be detrimental. Expressing ones feelings means to show certain vulnerability. 

·         The biggest tool in a relationship is honesty By being honestest, with yourself and others, it's my believe you'll eventually attract the right person. 

·         I believe the death of a loved one is as if the closing of a book. Their history, written, and put away. 

·         Life and loneliness can be one’s greatest enemy; however, if one sees love within themselves, one can surpass loneliness and find self-comfort and happiness. I personally see loneliness as a friend. Sure they’re cold and share no sympathy; however, it helps me look at the bigger picture and pushes me to do greater things. 

·         I believe life is about the gain of personal satisfaction in achievement. 

·         I believe the greatest gift mankind can give is the ability to cooperate and function as a single unit (as a single organism). 

·         In gossip, that of which one seeks in others, one lacks in themselves.

·         To live with regret is to not live at all.  

·         Without moral(knowledge of right and wrong), no peace and prosperity.

·         Even when conditions are at their worst, one can still make the best of their situation.

·         It's my opinion one should live to work and not work to live.

·         I think it's proper to respect the beliefs of all, even if it's wrong and as long as it's not destructive to society. It's also my opinion not to attack one's beliefs, instead it's proper to question and understand why they believe the way they do. The reason being is because one's beliefs can be very sensitive, it is best to handle such sharing of ideas and information with upmost rationality and civility. Furthermore, it's the sharing of beliefs that may lead us to alter our own choices if an idea is right or better than our own.

·         The irrational man, beloves lust above relationships, never satisfied. The rational man beloves relationships and love as an extension of relationships.

·         If one cannot start from nothing and become the person they desire or do that in which they dream, then I believe such a system is unprosperous.

·         Controversially, raging religious wars, not aiding those who need it, allowing for the genocide of many and having devotees wait upon solutions is ungodly and will never turn people to God and promote peace. I believe the proper way to promote peace is to structure ethics to create social harmony which will promote the personal desire for peace.

·         It's a possibility that negative forces could be real (perhaps dimensional if I may refer to theoretical science); however, I believe it's very much possible that individuals create their own demons, both metaphorically and psychologically.

·         Life is simple, human-beings complicate things.

·         The beauty of nature should reflect what we lack within ourselves.

·         By observing nature, become more personalized with nature, and perhaps further developing our senses, we can reflect what it means to be human or to be alive.

·         (romantic quote) The beauty of roses withers away, but the beauty of love lasts forever.

·         Good is often unnoticed; evil stands out. 

·         Regarding to negative external stimuli; it doesn't matter what others do, it matters what you/I do. 

·         It's good to have emotional intelligence, doing so can help with having empathy, understanding, sympathy and compassion when interacting with others. 

·         Sometimes, one must look past hate to find hurt. 

·         Could it be that a males sexual desires can be motivated not only by their hormones, but by curiosity? 

·         It seems like common sense to eventually forgive everyone. Or, perhaps it's one's obligation to state an apology for the pain they caused for others to desire to forgive them. 

·         Could it be in times of great desperity that having faith helps from having destructive intent,  losing sanity, or forgoing chaos?

·         I find humor is a great tool for serious or depressing situations. 

·         leaders lead; bosses boss. A boss should be a leader. 

·         If one doesn't accept consultation or guidance, then it's best if one learns on their own. 

·         Friends can enrich or pull apart one's life; choose friends wisely. 

·         It seems with the use of hormones sex can also have the properties of a drug. Perhaps it's best to not make decisions when one's under the influence of their own hormones. 

·         With rationality comes solution and resolution.

·         I believe to have a prosperous society, there need to be an abundance of resources, more possibilities for freedoms (even if it's questionably controversial), a change in social mentality for a mentality that promotes functionality and harmony. 

·         I wonder what a government would be if it were ran by philosophers?

·         If one is complete in identity and virtuous in thought, is he not a source of happiness in the lives of others? 

·         If one lives life without expectations, perhaps he or she has the world to gain.

·         I see many children becoming over dependent and even oblivious to others when it comes to utilizing technology. Should tradition and social value be taught and cherished? 

·         It's my opinion that I believe the irrational individual needs many laws (even self-governing laws); the rational individual needs few but necessary laws; and the superior individual needs no laws. 

·         I personally find happiness understanding myself and my honest intentions.  

·         Over time, I found by blogging/writing my beliefs and ideas, I feel more relaxed to be myself and I feel like I can think more freely without the worry of the judgments from others. It feels almost as if I have created my own paradise or hole in the wall to be myself. 

·         It's my opinion that why have sex when it's not with someone you love or value. I have heard of the term that it makes you a man, I personally find such a statement absurd and irrelevant. In addition, I think having sex at an early age is a terrible idea, because it seems to be the platform in which true love or meaning in companionship is misplaced or dissolved. I think it's right to wait at a mature age to have a basic understanding what love truly represents.

·         Education is extremely important for a prosperous society. I think it is also important to be taught with the help of curiosity and maybe structure. The passing of knowledge, experience, and skill is what makes a society most functionable.; if this is jeopardized, unattainable or even slightly limited, it's my opinion that society will begin to loose interest in achievement and functionality will become stagnate. 

·         Violence is never the answer. It's only a victory for ignorance. 

·         Life is perhaps best lived with the desire to be happy and the pursue of passions. 

·         During difficult times of anxiety or depression, it should be encourageable for one to admire themself for all they have accomplished. One should admire who they are, the journey of who they have become, what makes them unique, and all they have positively experienced.

·         Updating my old statement: Do what is right, common sense, and in favor of social harmony. 

·         In friendship, in love. Meaning in friendship one can grow to love. 

·         It is wise to seek relationship with those who share the same emotional values as one does. 

·         There are two way into the heart; directly and indirectly. Direct is to be honest and tell them directly. Indirectly is growing in friendship and then being honest and telling them how you feel. 

·         In sexuality, innocence. I believe sexuality in a way should have a certain amount of innocence.  

·         If I may state controversially and for the sake of just saying it; you're either a decent person or a terrible human being. 

·         One should value the definite decisions of others; whether good or bad. 

·         To understand culture is to partly understand yourself. 

·         With strategy the utilization of patience or haste. However, with patience, proper or more precise strategy. 

·         When guiding or consulting someone over the direction of their life, it's most wise to do so in a way that shows no disrespect or to feel as if you're attacking them. You might consider it is being bluntly honest or that you care for the individual, however doing so could demonstrate a lack of empathy, reflect personal internal frustrations, and unwillingness to understand the reasons of the other individual.

·         Shamelessness exists where righteousness and virtue does not. 

·         Life is temporary, however legacy can be eternal. 

·         As time goes on, looks and memories fade. 

·         Those who live in sin most likely live with the dishonesty within themselves.

·         It's simple to say that life waits for no-one; therefore, why wait for life. Plan, perform and conquer. Accomplishments will become like trophies and reward ever so sweet.

·         Life is temporary , it  depends what you do with it. In good virtue; in evil sorrow.

·         I had the thought that perhaps it's best to ignore negativity until it becomes a continuous problem, then perhaps it should be dealt with. 

·         Controversially, regarding racial inequality, it seems the idea of equality derives from culture and sub culture. Nonetheless, it seems the unnoticed truths lies in the shadows of their own institutions and mindsets.  

·         I suggest when guiding or consulting someone over the direction of their life, it's most wise to do so in a way that shows no sign or disrespect or to feel as if you're attacking them. You might consider it as being bluntly honest or that you are showing care for the individual, however doing so could demonstrate a lack of empathy, reflect personal internal frustrations, and unwillingness to understand the reasons of the other individual.

·         It’s my belief the remedy for those who are introverts or antisocial individuals is to travel. When a person becomes a part of something or gains personal experience in a new subject or event, it's my belief their minds will seek further involvement and satisfaction naturally.  

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·         In sociology, we're taught about the five institutions, family, religion, economy, government, education. I believe there is potentially seven, including military and the urban or country environment as a whole. The military is a potential institution because it's changes people into become part of something more and to make something of themselves. I would also consider the urban and country environment its own institution because in a way it molds people into the mentality in which the people within the environment thinks is tolerable or correct.  

·         I believe people unknowingly trade time from one's life for money. 

·         I hope this is taken negatively. Ever since I was in middle school I felt like I was born to rule. I’ve had a dream where I even ruled my own island starting from native tribes. I wonder if this feeling could have derived from my noble aristocratic Ivanoski/ Jankowski family origins during the existence of Prussia.  

·         Is it possible to think beyond possibility? For example, I’m sure there would be many people who would freaks out if they got in a car accident, because they weren’t prepared for such event. However, what if a person prepares in advance and does some research in case he or she gets into an accident before any accident occurs? Is that not thinking beyond possibility? How about in the scenario of politics, where an individual has to elect a congressman. I would think there would be many who would choose an individual based up on a political party they are familiar with, their family agrees with, or what their environment desires; where a person thinking beyond possibility thinks about which candidate best represents their ideology which caters to similarities of political choices they themselves would make if they were in the congressman’s position.

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Sam Harris: Science can answer moral questions (I'm not sure about this video, but i'll share it.)

Accelerated Learning: How To Get Good at Anything in 20 Hours

Mister Rogers And Me – Documentary movie

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JU5Bu1hif_U

Personal Methods for Studying and Retaining Information

Personal Methods for Studying and Retaining Information:

1. Read to yourself. You may read it at your pace or read as fast as you can. The faster you read the more you might keep the subject's overall big picture in mind. I also find it best to have no distractions.
2. If you feel too lazy or very proctrastinative to study then take a nap first. Naps are also encouraged when you feel tired while reading or studying for something. Maybe some sort of  reward is a good idea also. 
3. Never leave things for the last minute. I found it best to study or read a subject as soon as I receive it.
4. Eat well, fruits are highly encouraged.
5. Repetition: the more you repeat, the more you will remember. 
6. Stored variables: when you read or study a subject tie it to a thought, memorable object, or physical object. Use this to keep a term or subject in mind.
7. Subconscious communication: talking to yourself or giving yourself verbal commands in a deep and self-convincing way is a good method of obtaining your desires.
8. Have short breaks. Nap, eat, or check your facebook; make it a challenge to forget and remember what you have read or studied.
9. The use of flash cards and visual repetition is a great way to retain information. In psychology the grouping of five or six objects make it easier to memorize. Also the use of the color yellow can also help, because it’s the color that stands out the most visually (that and bright blue light).
10. Zen: calm down, breath and stare at something for a while. If there is too much thoughts in your mind, just relax and explore your thoughts; let it all come to you until you achieve clarity or experience a sense of relaxation. Nap or check something that's bothering you if you need to. Also a good idea, stated previously, would be to give yourself personal commands. I found by relaxing and having a stable mental state, I can keep a deep awareness of things and maintain a tranquil state of mind where I find it easier to remember things and help myself focus on reading or studying.

I hope this helps. These are tips I use to help study or read daunting textbook chapters for college. Not all of them work all the time, but I always manage to get what I need done and always on time if not ahead of time.