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Apply What You Learn

10 practical exercises to cement your understanding

Copyright Charade

60 minutes

To understand the practical implications of copyright law by acting out different scenarios involving copyright infringement and fair use.

Steps

1

Divide into small groups (3-4 people per group).

2

Each group selects a common work of art (song, book, movie clip).

3

Each group creates a 30-second skit demonstrating a clear copyright infringement scenario related to their chosen work (e.g., unauthorized distribution, selling copies).

4

Each group creates a 30-second skit demonstrating a fair use scenario related to their chosen work (e.g., parody, educational use, news reporting).

5

Perform the skits for the class, and after each skit, the audience must identify whether it's infringement or fair use, and why.

Success Criteria

Did I participate in both creating and performing skits demonstrating copyright infringement and fair use scenarios?

Related concept:Copyright

The 2-Minute Plank Challenge

5 days

To consistently improve core strength and endurance through a small, daily commitment.

Steps

1

Day 1: Hold a plank for 20 seconds.

2

Day 2: Hold a plank for 25 seconds.

3

Day 3: Hold a plank for 30 seconds.

4

Day 4: Hold a plank for 35 seconds.

5

Day 5: Hold a plank for 40 seconds.

Success Criteria

Did I complete each plank hold for the specified duration each day?

Related concept:Atomic Habits

Identity Affirmation Journaling

7 days

To reinforce a chosen identity through consistent journaling, thereby strengthening habits aligned with that identity.

Steps

1

Choose an identity you want to cultivate (e.g., 'Writer,' 'Athlete,' 'Disciplined Person').

2

Each day, write for 5 minutes about how you embody that identity. Focus on actions, thoughts, and feelings.

3

Specifically, describe one small action you took that day (or will take) which aligns with the chosen identity.

4

Reflect on how performing that action made you feel and how it reinforced your belief in this identity.

Success Criteria

I wrote in my journal for 5 minutes each day for 7 consecutive days, focusing on my chosen identity and related actions.

Related concept:Habit and Identity

Hydration Habit Hack

7 days

Drink 8 glasses of water daily for one week using the Four Laws of Behavior Change.

Steps

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1. **Make it Obvious:** Place a filled water bottle in your line of sight in three key locations (desk, kitchen counter, bedside table).

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2. **Make it Attractive:** Add slices of lemon, cucumber, or berries to your water to enhance its flavor.

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3. **Make it Easy:** Use a water bottle with measurements to track your intake throughout the day.

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4. **Make it Satisfying:** Each evening, mark off on a chart every glass of water you drank. Reward yourself at the end of the week with a healthy treat if you met your daily goal.

Success Criteria

Did I drink 8 glasses of water each day for the entire week (7 days)?

Related concept:Four Laws of Behavior Change

Habit Tracker in Sight

3 days

Visually connect a new habit to an existing routine to increase its likelihood.

Steps

1

Choose a new habit you want to build (e.g., drinking more water).

2

Identify an existing habit you already do consistently (e.g., brushing your teeth).

3

Get a roll of brightly colored tape and a marker.

4

Write the new habit ('Drink Water') on a piece of tape and stick it to your toothbrush or bathroom mirror.

5

Each time you brush your teeth, the visual cue will remind you to immediately drink water afterwards.

Success Criteria

Did I place the visual reminder and notice it before/during my existing habit each day?

Related concept:Make It Obvious

Nudge Your Water Intake

3 days

Increase daily water consumption by strategically placing water cues.

Steps

1

1. Place a full water bottle or glass on your desk or workspace.

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2. Keep a water bottle visible in your car or bag.

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3. Set a recurring phone reminder every hour to take a few sips.

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4. After each bathroom break, refill your water bottle.

Success Criteria

Did I consistently implement all four steps for three days?

Related concept:Environment Matters

Temptation Bundle Your Workout

1 day

Make exercise more attractive by linking it to an enjoyable activity.

Steps

1

Identify a task you should do but dread (e.g., 30 minutes of cardio).

2

Identify something you genuinely enjoy doing (e.g., watching your favorite TV show).

3

Designate a specific TV show that you ONLY watch while doing your cardio.

4

Schedule your workout and TV show combination for the next day.

5

Complete the workout while ONLY watching the designated TV show. No peeking at other times!

Success Criteria

Did I complete the scheduled workout while ONLY watching the designated TV show?

Related concept:Make It Attractive

Two-Minute Meditation Jumpstart

3 days

Establish a consistent, minimal meditation habit to reduce friction for future, longer sessions.

Steps

1

Prepare: Set a timer for 2 minutes. Find a quiet place where you won't be disturbed.

2

Sit: Sit comfortably, either on a cushion, chair, or the floor. Close your eyes gently.

3

Focus: Bring your attention to your breath. Notice the sensation of the air entering and leaving your body.

4

Return: When your mind wanders (and it will), gently guide your attention back to your breath.

Success Criteria

Did I meditate for at least 2 minutes each day for three consecutive days?

Related concept:Make It Easy

Hydration Habit Tracker

1 week

Drink more water consistently throughout the day using a visual tracker to reinforce the habit.

Steps

1

Get a reusable water bottle and mark it with lines indicating water levels for 4 equal intervals throughout the day.

2

Create a simple chart with 7 rows (one for each day of the week) and 4 columns (one for each water interval).

3

Each time you finish one interval of water (reach a marked line), immediately fill in or check off the corresponding box on your chart.

4

Keep the bottle and chart visible throughout the day as a constant reminder and visual progress indicator.

5

At the end of the day, review your progress and reflect on how consistently you met your hydration goals.

Success Criteria

Did I fill in/check off at least 3 out of 4 water intervals on my chart for each day of the week?

Related concept:Make It Satisfying

Accountability Buddy Check-In

30 minutes

Establish a clear check-in process with your accountability partner for a specific task.

Steps

1

Identify a specific task or goal you want to be held accountable for this week (e.g., "Exercise for 30 minutes, 3 times this week").

2

Contact a friend, family member, or colleague and ask them to be your accountability partner for this task.

3

Agree on a specific check-in method (e.g., text message, phone call, email) and frequency (e.g., daily, every other day, weekly).

4

During your initial check-in, clearly state your task/goal and how your partner can best support you (e.g., "Just ask if I did it, no excuses.")

5

Document the agreed-upon task, check-in method, and frequency in a note for yourself to ensure you both remember.

Success Criteria

Did I clearly communicate my task and check-in plan to my accountability partner?

Related concept:Accountability Partner