Programming the brain, hygiene breaks 11.27.00 : I wish we could learn specific things in our dreams. Each night we could program our minds to tackle issues or ideas that we do not fully grasp, and by the morning we will have packed in a few hours of solid thoughts on the matter. This would be great for things that you have read about recently, but do not yet fully grasp. For instance, take that really dense Philosophy article you just read but didn't understand. You could give the article a quick glance before retiring for the night, and then you'd be all set to ponder the issues while you are sleeping. 07.??.00 : This is going to sound really strange, but I think that both the workplace and schools could be benefitted by starting hygeine breaks. I think people should be encouraged to take time out of their day to wash up. Not only would it lead to a greater degree of hygeine but it would also strengthen morale. I can tell you that there have been many times that just splashing some water on my face has made me feel better and more ready to go back to work/study.