"How long should I spend drawing my Mind Map?" And I as any good consultant, the answer is ... It depends!

When first thinking of a Mind Map, determine your purpose and then see if you want to draw it in software using iMindMap, on a whiteboard, on A3/A4 paper or even on the back of an envelope.

Have you ever tried to read something really important while on the train and being constantly distracted by the noises around you? 

Memory is a skill that we can all learn. All is takes is a bit of focus and time to keep working on improving your memory. 

Remembering someone's name, key facts for an exam or what you need to accomplish today are just some of the practical advantages of improving your memory - no matter what age you are at.

Daniel just sent me this link to the Memory Toolbox which has 75 tips and resources to help you improve your memroy http://oedb.org/library/features/the-memory-toolbox/

I just came across a poster when sorting through my large art folio/bag.

I wanted to share it with you as we often think that things have changed, that things are bad just now and it is hard to find 'me' again. Reading these words inspired me and allowed me to be more at peace with myself - as the world is rushing by.

The interesting thing to note as you read that these thoughts were written in 1978 - just over 30 years ago and they still ring so true.

Desiderata Reconsidered by Tony Buzan