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THE READING HUB A Counterintuitive Way to Cheer Up When You're Down When you most need to get happier, try giving happiness away.  Norman Rockwell painted some of the most iconic images of 20th-century America. His paintings were intended to evoke the best in people who saw them: hope, solidarity, courage, justice-but most of all, happiness. The bulk of his work captured scenes of lighthearted joy. I have seen these paintings my whole life, starting with my grandfather's beloved, dog-eared coffee-table book of Rockwell's greatest works. A printing-press operator in Longview, Washington, my grandfather was no art connoisseur. But he gave this assessment of Rockwell: "These pictures make me feel happy." And yet, Rockwell himself struggled with happiness. In 1953, he moved to a bucolic town in the Berkshires-not for its natural beauty and peace but because it happened to be the home of a psychiatric hospital where he and his wife could receive treatment for chronic d...

Here are some effective ways to learn for the IELTS: Understand the test format: Familiarize yourself with the four sections of the IELTS test: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. Each section has its own format and marking criteria, so it's important to understand what you'll be expected to do in each one. Set realistic goals: Don't try to aim for a perfect score on your first try. Set achievable goals for each section of the test based on your current level of English proficiency. Practice with sample questions: There are many resources available online and in libraries that provide sample IELTS questions. Practice these questions under timed conditions to get used to the pressure of the real test. Improve your vocabulary and grammar: A strong vocabulary and good grammar are essential for success in the IELTS test. There are many ways to improve your vocabulary, such as reading English books and articles, watching English movies and TV shows, and using flashcar...