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alloy of metal
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a substance composed of two or more metals
sensory expirience
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a perception generated through stimulation of the senses
synchronise brain waves
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the natural tendency of brainwaves to align with the rhythm of external stimulation
refutation
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statement or action that proves something (like an argument, claim, or judgment) to be false or incorrect
tissues
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any of the distinct types of material of which animals or plants are made, consisting of specialized cells and their products
cell
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the smallest structural and functional unit of an organism, which is typically microscopic and consists of cytoplasm and a nucleus
have it’s roots in
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something is derived from or originated from something else
coat of arms
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a special shield or shield-shaped pattern that is the sign of a family, university, or city
means of transport
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any of the different kinds of transport facilities used for moving goods and people from one location to the other
pantograph
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it's a jointed framework conveying a current to a train, tram, or other electric vehicle from overhead wires
inconspicuous
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not clearly visible or attracting attention
FOMO
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fear of missing out,
dopamine
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neurotransmitter in brain, plays key role in reward, motivation and pleasure
social comparison
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act of comparing one's own life, appearance etc. to those of others, especially on social media
digital detox
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period of time during which a person refrains from using digital devices and social media
cyberbullying
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for example: harassing, sending hurtful messages or spreading rumours online
echo chamber
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situation in which a person only encounters information or opinions that reflect and reinforce their own
validation seeking
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a behavior where individuals post content mainly to receive approval or affirmation from others, such as likes or positive comments.
algorithmic influence
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The way social media platforms use algorithms to control the content users see
prefrontal cortex
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the front part of the brain responsible for decision-making, self-control, planning, and attention
diameter
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lenght of the line which goes through the centre of the circle connecting two different points of it
prop
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an object that the speaker uses to enhance the impact of presentation
lightproof
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sth that doesn't let the light go trough
portable
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possible to easy carry
shutter
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device through which the lens aperture of camera is opened to admit light and thus expose the film or camera sensor
photosensitive
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something which is covered with some chemicals that make this thing sensitive to light
infinite depth of field
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an effect that makes every part of a photo sharp at the same time
fixer
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a mixture of chemicals used in the final step in the photographic processing of film or paper
evenly
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in equal amounts
exposure
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the amount of light that passes through the camera lens and reaches the film over a period of time
solitude
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the state of being alone, without feeling lonely
loneliness
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a sad feeling caused by being alone
introspection
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deep thinking about your own thoughts and feelings
self-awareness
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knowing and understanding yourself
mental clarity
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clear and focused thinking
emotional balance
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a stable emotional state
dissconnect
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to take a break from technology or social interaction
recharge
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to regain mental or emotional energy
mindfulness
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being present and fully aware in the moment
noise
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constant distraction or stimulation
reflect
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to think deeply about something
overstimulated
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feeling overwhelmed by too much input
inner peace
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a calm and peaceful state of mind
personal development
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the ongoing process of self-improvement, focusing on enhancing skills, potential, and overall quality of life
conviviality
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the quality of being friendly and making people feel happy and welcome
stovetop
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the top part or surface of a cooker on which pans can be heated
moka pot
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metal pot for making coffee on top of a cooker
leisure
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the time when you are not working or doing other duties
portafilter
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a holder for ground espresso coffee that is attached to a group in an espresso machine
digestive
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relating to the body's process of changing food chemicallyinto a form that it can use
zest
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skin of an orange, lemon, or lime
pre-med
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a course or set of classes that students take in preparation for medical school
match day
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day when aspiring doctors find out where they will be training for the next few years for their residency
residency
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the period of time when a doctor working in a hospital receives special advanced training
medical fellowship
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the training medical school graduates receive after completing their residency to become a specialist in their chosen field of medicine
surgeon
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a doctor who is trained to perform surgery
pediatrician
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doctor who treats the diseases of children
internist
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doctor who is a specialist in the treatment of diseases of the organs inside the body and who does not usually do medical operations
psychiatrist
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doctor who treats mental illnesses
isolation
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moving one part of the body independently from the rest
chassé
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sliding step where one foot chases the other, often used in traveling movements
improvisation
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freestyle movement created in the moment without choreography
syncopation
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emphasis on off-beats in music; creates rhythmic interest in dance.
Jazz Hands
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a gesture where fingers are spread wide, often used for dramatic effect
pas de bourrée
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quick sequence of steps, often used to change direction smoothly
turnout
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the outward rotation of the legs from the hips, borrowed from ballet
Fosse Style
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a distinct jazz style with angular poses, hats, and sensual movements, named after Bob Fosse
Pivot Turn
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turn in place with one foot staying in contact with the floor
combo
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short choreography sequence, often used in class or auditions
default mode network
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bBrain system activated when the mind is at rest, use when talking about daydreaming, creativity, internal processing
passive stimulation
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mindless, easy entertainment that doesn't challenge your brain
attention economy
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the idea that human attention is a scarce commodity monetized by tech companies
mental clarity
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state of having a clear, focused, and organized mind, free from confusion or distraction
meaningful pause
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a purposeful moment of stillness or reflection
overstimulated
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exposed to too many stimuli
mind-wandering
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letting your thoughts roam freely without a specific focus
mental restlessness
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the feeling of always needing input, unable to relax into stillness
instant gratification
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the desire to experience pleasure or fulfillment without delay
boredom
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a state of weariness, restlessness, or lack of interest
embrace discomfort
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accept and learn from challenging or unpleasant emotions
creative incubation
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the process of ideas forming subconsciously during rest or boredom
fleeting attention
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short attention span, unable to focus deeply
this is the real gem
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most valuable or important part of smth
downright
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completely, absolutely used for emphasis
go back to square
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to start again from beginning after a failure
foes
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enemies or opponents
well-worn pathway
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a method or way that is very familiar or used often
inextricably linked
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impossible to separate, closely and permanently connected
artistry
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great skill in creating or performing something
liberation
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an occasion when something or someone is released or made free
cortisol
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hormone produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress
cognitive flexibility
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brain's ability to switch between different ideas or tasks
morning pages
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creative exercise of writing three pages of anything every morning
procrastination
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delaying or avoiding a task, even when you know it’s important
limbic system
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the emotional part of the brain that seeks comfort and avoids stress
motivation
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the internal drive to start or complete a task
momentum
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the energy or motivation that builds after you start something, making it easier to keep going
pomodoro technique
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a time-management method using short work sessions
overwhelm
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feeling of being stressed or buried by too much to do or think about
short-term reward
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a small, immediate benefit you give yourself after finishing a task
soothing
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making you feel calm
imagery
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use of words or pictures to create images
disengage
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to make two things become physically separated
evoke
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to make someone remember something or to feel an emotion
invoke
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to cause something to be used, bring into effect
body language
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the process of communicating what you are feeling or thinking by the way you place and move your body rather than by words
non-verbal
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not involving words or speech
self-awareness
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good knowledge and judgment about yourself
impression
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an idea or opinion of what something or someone is like
slouch
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to stand, sit or move in a lazy way, often with your shoulders and head bent forward
insecurity
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a lack of confidence about yourself or your relationships with other people
close off
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to separate something from other parts
genuine
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real, not artificial
superficial interactions
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conversations that are shallow and lack depth or emotional connection
solitude
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the state of being alone, often in a peaceful or thoughtful way
overreliance
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depending too much on something, usually in a way that is not healthy or balanced
enhance
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to make something better, clearer, or stronger
Genuine conversations
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real and honest talks where people truly share their thoughts and feelings
constant urge
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a strong and repeated desire to do something, often hard to resist
surface-level communication
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talking that stays on basic topics without going deeper into meaning or emotion
immune system
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complex network of cells, tissues, organs - it helps the body fight infections
vaccine
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substance used to stimulate immunity
breakthrough
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denoting a symptomatic case of a disease occuring despite preventative medication
accessibility
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quality of being able easy obtain or use
remissions
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period of time when the symptoms of disease lessen or disappear
treatments
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medical care given to a patient for an illness or injury
suppress
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to prevent development, action or expression; restrain

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