Speech 2
Reading

• obtain written information and knowledge into our brain.
• free, helps us in every aspect of our life.
• make a difference?
• people who reads and people who doesnt read react differently in manner
• influence behavior, able to speak properly and the right way to handle approaches.

• higher GPA, higher intelligence, greater general knowledge 
• in Anne E. Cunningham's paper "What reading Does for the Mind", she found that reading, in general, makes you smarter, and it keeps you sharp as you age.
• excellent way to get where you are wanting to go, set aims and target on what you intend to achieve.

• also in Cunningham's studies, she found out that analytical thinking is boosted by reading.
• it helps to improve our general knowledge and able to spot patterns quicker.

 

• results showing that reading increases vocabulary more than talking or direct teaching.
• it forces us to look at words we might have not seen.
• it is essential to be aware that knowing what others say,using the perfect words to convey feelings is the critical part of being better human.

• how would you know about life of people in Mexico if you dont read about it?
• reading gives an insight into the diversity of people, customs, and their lifestyles, we will be more aware of different places and the code conducted

• give books a chance. Find some good books, spend more time reading. In this way, we will have less time for digital bugging for our attention. 

• there are a few statistics of the reading habits of the local readers.
• more than half of the 60,441 old Malaysian surveyed read less than seven pages a day.
• most who read books and magazines read less than 3 hours a week.
• reading is not even the favorite pastime of Malaysians, as most prefer to watch television and videos. 

1. Set times

- a few set times every day, 2-3 hours.

- those are times you will read no matter what.

- example: during breakfast and lunch, before bed

    2. Reduce television/Internet

- try cutting back on TV or Internet consumption

- this may be difficult for many people

- still, every minute you reduce of Internet / TV, you could use for reading

    3. Read fun and compelling books

- find books that really grip you and keep you going 

-  in this way, you will find yourself cultivated reading habit in no time

Speech 1

Long Distance Relationship (LDR) 

• typically an intimate relationship
• partners separated by a considerable distance
• millions of people got no choice but to deal with miles apart from loved ones

Examples:

- offshore meetings, soldiers, high school sweethearts, overseas contract workers, movie stars, online dating

Ways to stay connected

Those days - telephone conversations / corresponding via mail

These days - Internet, LDR is less challenging to sustain with modern technologies

Examples:

- cell phones, e-mail, online chatting, video conferencing, social networking sites, shared offline activities

No matter who we are, no one is excused by the obstacles. So can it work?

Three major components to successful relationship:

• establish trust
• making time
• be thoughtful

Statistics

In 2005, according to The Center for the Study of Long Distance Relationships,

1. estimated 2.9% of US marriages were considered long distance.
2. 1 in 10 marriages included long distance within first 3 years.
3. approximately 3,500,000 people involved in long distance marriages.
4. estimated 4 to 4.5 million college couples in non-marital LDRs.
5. about 1/3 married couples in large cities around the world are living apart due to job commitments, studies, military development.
6. frequency of break ups is NOT greater than normal relationship.

Problems

-can be manageable with right mentality, but ups and downs are unavoidable regardless how strong the relationship may be.

1. so easy to lie
2. trust is only as strong as you imagine it to be
3. pent up energies
4. difficulty in taking things to the next level
5. sometimes you really DONT know them at all

Tips to repair LDRs problems

- where to get your love back when it seems lost?

1. go visit
2. do some digging
3. be brutally honest
4. admit your mistakes
5. plans? what are your plans in the future?
6. make sacrifices

Conclusion

• difficult commitment to honor
• difficult but not impossible
• distance should not be the basis to end a relationship
• test to make the bond stronger
• feel that he/she is the one God chosen, go for it. 
• but if you have doubts, do not waste each others' time and resources 

NIKON D5100

I AM NIKON - D5100 30 Sec TV ad.

The Nikon D5100 headline features:

• 16.2 MP DX format CMOS sensor similar to the Nikon D7000
• Expeed 2 images processing with ISO settings up to 25,600
• Continuous shooting at 4 fps
• 3-inch swivel LCD monitor with 921,000 dots 
• Full HD movie recording with AF and selectable frame rates 
• User friendly Auto Scene modes or full manual exposure control options
• 420-segment 3D Matrix Metering 
• 11 point Auto Focus system with 3D tracking AF
• New creative 'Effects' and HDR modes
• In-camera Retouch menu for easy editing
• Rechargeable Li-Ion EN-EL 14 battery and charger supplied
• Compatibility with high capacity SDXC memory cards

Nikon D5100 VS Canon Rebel T3i/EOS 600D Side by Side

The 18MP Canon Rebel T3i/600D SLR is the closest competitor to the Nikon D5100. Both cameras feature a very similar feature set and are intended for the same target market including entry level to more advanced enthusiast photographers. 

The Advantages of Nikon D5100

1. The D5100 offers ISO boost up to 25,600 ISO and better high ISO performance compared to the T3i.
2. The Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm VR zoom kit lens outperforms the Canon EF-S 18-55mm  IS II kit lens.
3. The Nikon D5100 offers an 'Auto Distortion Control' feature.
4. The Nikon D5100 can capture a greater number of continuous shots compares to the Canon Rebel T3i.
5. Nikon D5100 SRS provides enhanced auto focus, metering and white balance.
6. The Nikon D5100 offers an advantage in terms of flash exposure control compared to the Canon Rebel T3i.
7. Nikon D5100 battery EN-EL 14 provides approximately 50% more shots per charge  compared to Canon Rebel T3i LP-E8 battery.
8. Dedicated GPS unit GP-1 accessory available for the Nikon D5100 supports "Geotagging".
9. The Nikon D5100 offers 'Multiple Exposure' and 'Image Overlay' options which are not available on the T3i.
10. The Nikon D5100 offers a greater number of custom options settings compared to the Canon EOS 600D.

Rank's Model of Persuasion

• Persuaders choose from four strategies of action. 

1. intensify their own good points
2. intensify the weak points of the opposition
3. downplay their own weak points
4. downplay the good points of the opposition 

• Tactics for Intensifying Persuader's Argument.

      - repetition, association, composition

• Tactics for Downplaying Weaknesses in Persuader's Argument. 

      - omission, diversion, confusion

• Method of Self-Protection