Comments on: 6 Low-Intensity Moments for Audio Learning http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/ Live Life to the Fullest - Personal Growth and Effectiveness Wed, 15 Oct 2008 22:10:56 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.2 By: Donald Latumahina http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-65510 Donald Latumahina Sun, 30 Mar 2008 13:18:32 +0000 http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-65510 Michael, Yours is a creative way to do audio learning. In fact, it sounds more like "audio thinking" to me because it helps us solve the issues we currently face. Thanks for sharing this insight! Michael,
Yours is a creative way to do audio learning. In fact, it sounds more like “audio thinking” to me because it helps us solve the issues we currently face. Thanks for sharing this insight!

]]> By: Michael Greer http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-65405 Michael Greer Sat, 29 Mar 2008 17:04:43 +0000 http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-65405 This post caught my attention with your phrase "low intensity moments." A few weeks ago in my blog I coined the phrase "high density audios" to describe certain kinds of audio content that is worth playing over and over again. Dense philosophical works, Bible chapters, poetry, and so on are examples of such "high density" content. My theory is that at any given moment my subconscious mind is preoccupied with issues that it is trying to resolve (family, job, success, happiness, spouse, etc.). And these issues whirl around and pop-up in response to outside stimuli, such as a great new idea that seems to match up as a potential solution. So, practically speaking, I use my favorite "low intensity moments" (my exercising) to listen to "high density" content (currently, it's James Allens "As a Man Thinketh" or Brian Johnson's "50 Things I'm Going to Do Today" from LearnOutLoud). The very cool things I'm finding are: 1) I seem to find at least one new and different idea that "pops out" as a solution to an unresolved issue each time I listen to one of these high density items (so it's always time well spent), 2) I have completely let go of the idea of trying to comprehend one of these high density items fully at one, or even several, listening sessions -- instead, I just let them wash over me and get what I can, and 3) My "low intensity" moments have been transformed from tedious chores into gratifying personal growth experiences. Now that I've read your post, I think I'll try your other suggested "low intensity" moments (doing chores, standing in line at the post office, etc.). Thanks for the new ideas! This post caught my attention with your phrase “low intensity moments.” A few weeks ago in my blog I coined the phrase “high density audios” to describe certain kinds of audio content that is worth playing over and over again. Dense philosophical works, Bible chapters, poetry, and so on are examples of such “high density” content.

My theory is that at any given moment my subconscious mind is preoccupied with issues that it is trying to resolve (family, job, success, happiness, spouse, etc.). And these issues whirl around and pop-up in response to outside stimuli, such as a great new idea that seems to match up as a potential solution.

So, practically speaking, I use my favorite “low intensity moments” (my exercising) to listen to “high density” content (currently, it’s James Allens “As a Man Thinketh” or Brian Johnson’s “50 Things I’m Going to Do Today” from LearnOutLoud). The very cool things I’m finding are: 1) I seem to find at least one new and different idea that “pops out” as a solution to an unresolved issue each time I listen to one of these high density items (so it’s always time well spent), 2) I have completely let go of the idea of trying to comprehend one of these high density items fully at one, or even several, listening sessions — instead, I just let them wash over me and get what I can, and 3) My “low intensity” moments have been transformed from tedious chores into gratifying personal growth experiences.

Now that I’ve read your post, I think I’ll try your other suggested “low intensity” moments (doing chores, standing in line at the post office, etc.). Thanks for the new ideas!

]]> By: Donald Latumahina http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-64830 Donald Latumahina Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:00:57 +0000 http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-64830 Leona, <blockquote>In most cases it is just a matter of thinking outside the square.</blockquote> I agree. There are many creative ways to do audio learning if we think outside the square. Leona,

In most cases it is just a matter of thinking outside the square.

I agree. There are many creative ways to do audio learning if we think outside the square.

]]> By: Leona http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-64611 Leona Mon, 24 Mar 2008 06:24:11 +0000 http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-64611 I am training myself to use my daughter's MP3 player. We always listen to storybook CDs in the car going to and from school. And it is not easy to switch CD around so I am learning to use the MP3 player. I listen to it (in one ear only) while driving to pick up the kids from school and while waiting to from them to come out of class. I have been known to listen to podcasts while grocery shopping. In most cases it is just a matter of thinking outside the square. Leona I am training myself to use my daughter’s MP3 player. We always listen to storybook CDs in the car going to and from school. And it is not easy to switch CD around so I am learning to use the MP3 player. I listen to it (in one ear only) while driving to pick up the kids from school and while waiting to from them to come out of class. I have been known to listen to podcasts while grocery shopping.

In most cases it is just a matter of thinking outside the square.

Leona

]]> By: Donald Latumahina http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63536 Donald Latumahina Sat, 15 Mar 2008 23:56:45 +0000 http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63536 Nice research, Ann! Nice research, Ann!

]]> By: Ann M. http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63517 Ann M. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 18:51:33 +0000 http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63517 I just did some research and it seems that there is most likely a correlation between "mindfulness" or "awareness" during exercise and several positive things. improved mood improved learning and performance for vocalists (when using a method for singing and practice) lengthening of hamstring muscles and "task-specific self-talk appears to have a beneficial effect on physical performance." If anyone wants the titles and authors of the studies I gathered this information from please let me know. I just did some research and it seems that there is most likely a correlation between “mindfulness” or “awareness” during exercise and several positive things.

improved mood
improved learning and performance for vocalists (when using a method for singing and practice)
lengthening of hamstring muscles

and “task-specific self-talk appears to have a beneficial effect on physical performance.”

If anyone wants the titles and authors of the studies I gathered this information from please let me know.

]]> By: Donald Latumahina http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63512 Donald Latumahina Sat, 15 Mar 2008 17:53:16 +0000 http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63512 Ann, Thanks for the reply. It will be interesting if we have the data for that. Ann,
Thanks for the reply. It will be interesting if we have the data for that.

]]> By: Ann M. http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63510 Ann M. Sat, 15 Mar 2008 17:33:45 +0000 http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63510 @Donald: I recently commented that "I get more out of exercise if I am conscious of the exercising that I'm doing." I should state that I don't have any scientific data to back that up, but I wouldn't be surprised if it's out there. @Donald: I recently commented that “I get more out of exercise if I am conscious of the exercising that I’m doing.” I should state that I don’t have any scientific data to back that up, but I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s out there.

]]> By: Donald Latumahina http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63508 Donald Latumahina Sat, 15 Mar 2008 16:57:14 +0000 http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63508 Sam and Ann, Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Sam, You are right about the value of silence. Not every low-intensity moments should be used for audio learning. Thinking and introspection are also good ways to use such moments. Ann, Not all moments work for everyone. I think the key is to find the moments that best suit our condition and preferences. I'm glad you've found yours. By the way, your point “I get more out of exercise if I am conscious of the exercising” is interesting. Looks like I should learn more about it. Sam and Ann,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

Sam,
You are right about the value of silence. Not every low-intensity moments should be used for audio learning. Thinking and introspection are also good ways to use such moments.

Ann,
Not all moments work for everyone. I think the key is to find the moments that best suit our condition and preferences. I’m glad you’ve found yours.
By the way, your point “I get more out of exercise if I am conscious of the exercising” is interesting. Looks like I should learn more about it.

]]> By: Ann M. http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63388 Ann M. Fri, 14 Mar 2008 18:30:42 +0000 http://www.lifeoptimizer.org/2008/03/13/6-low-intensity-moments-for-audio-learning/#comment-63388 I agree with Sam somewhat. I have definitely used commuting and driving time as a great time to listen to audio books (sometimes novels I admit). Some of the other situations listed also seemed like good ideas. However I disagree with the exercising and with eating.I used to eat alone a lot, but personally I would rather listen to some enjoyable music, usually some sort of relaxing acoustic or classical music. Sometimes I read a book also (novels + nonfiction). For exercising, I find that listening to music is much more effective. Having the right mix of songs to listen to can be a) motivating and b) help you keep a rhythm if you are running or something else like that. I also find that I get more out of exercise if I am conscious of the exercising that I'm doing. With an audio book I lose that consciousness, but with music or silence I regain it. I agree with Sam somewhat. I have definitely used commuting and driving time as a great time to listen to audio books (sometimes novels I admit). Some of the other situations listed also seemed like good ideas.

However I disagree with the exercising and with eating.I used to eat alone a lot, but personally I would rather listen to some enjoyable music, usually some sort of relaxing acoustic or classical music. Sometimes I read a book also (novels + nonfiction). For exercising, I find that listening to music is much more effective. Having the right mix of songs to listen to can be a) motivating and b) help you keep a rhythm if you are running or something else like that. I also find that I get more out of exercise if I am conscious of the exercising that I’m doing. With an audio book I lose that consciousness, but with music or silence I regain it.

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