Unlocking Education

  📚 Studying in Darkness: Learning When the Light Goes Out Electricity gone. Wifi down. The lamp that lit your books now silent. In Afghanistan, this isn’t a rare event—it’s routine. But here’s the truth that no blackout can change: you are still learning. Even when the lights go out, your mind keeps glowing. 💡 Learning Beyond Light For many Afghan students, power outages are part of daily life. Some sit near a window, catching fading sunlight. Others grab a torch, a candle, or even memorize by moonlight. It’s not ideal—but it’s real. And still, they study. No classroom? They teach themselves. No teacher? They become their sibling’s guide. No laptop? They learn from the whispers of voice notes passed from friend to friend. This is not just resilience. This is brilliance. 🕯️ Smart Study Tips When the Lights Go Out Daylight Is Gold – Read, write, and review early in the day when there’s natural light. Voice Notes & Audio Learning – Record lessons to listen during outages. O...

 🌍 5 Free Scholarship Platforms for Afghan Bachelor Students For Afghan students aiming to pursue a bachelor's degree abroad, finding trustworthy scholarship resources can be a life-changing step. These five platforms regularly share opportunities—many of which are fully funded—and are accessible for free: 1. 🕊️ Scholarships.af A dedicated portal for Afghan students featuring bachelor's, master's, and exchange program opportunities. It includes scholarships from countries like Germany, the U.S., Japan, and beyond, with updates in Dari and Pashto to make navigation easier. 2. 🎓 WeMakeScholars – Afghan Section This global scholarship platform has thousands of listings, including specific filters for Afghan bachelor applicants. It’s especially strong in offering options from Europe and North America, and many scholarships are tailored to humanitarian or underrepresented backgrounds. 3. 🌐 ScholarshipTab – Afghanistan Category You’ll find scholarships available for Afghan st...

🧠 “Did You Know?” #7: Free College Courses from Harvard & Yale—No Tuition, No Catch! What if I told you that some of the world's most prestigious universities—Harvard and Yale—offer entire college courses online, absolutely free? No application, no visa, and no tuition. Just you, your laptop, and access to knowledge once reserved for the elite. Both Harvard and Yale have opened the doors to their classrooms through online platforms, offering video lectures, assignments, and full course materials across subjects like computer science, psychology, literature, and philosophy. And yes—these are real courses taught by real professors. Harvard’s offerings include fan-favorites like “CS50: Introduction to Computer Science,” a course that’s launched millions into the world of coding. You’ll also find deep dives into artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and ethical leadership—all designed to be taken at your own pace. Yale, on the other hand, shines with its philosophy and humani...

  🗣️ How to Prepare for IELTS Speaking Without a Tutor: A Self-Study Blueprint Preparing for the IELTS Speaking test without a tutor isn’t just possible — it can be empowering. With the right tools, mindset, and routine, you can build fluency, confidence, and strategy on your own terms. 🎯 Step 1: Understand the Test Format Part 1 : Personal questions (4–5 minutes) Part 2 : Cue card — speak for 2 minutes after 1 minute of prep Part 3 : Discussion questions linked to Part 2 Knowing the structure helps you simulate real test conditions during practice. 🧭 Step 2: Build a Speaking Routine Daily Warm-Up : Talk aloud for 5 minutes about your day or a random topic. Cue Card Practice : Pick a topic, prep for 1 minute, then record yourself speaking for 2 minutes. Reflection : Listen to your recording. Note grammar slips, filler words, and fluency gaps. 📱 Step 3: Use Tech to Your Advantage Voice Recorder Apps : Track your fluency and pronunciation. IELTS Speaking Simulators : Platforms li...

  How to Study When You Don’t Understand the Topic: A Survival Guide for Students Who Start From Scratch 🎯 “I opened the textbook, and it was like reading ancient Greek… upside down.” If you've ever stared at your study materials and felt utterly lost, you're not alone. Whether you're bridging gaps in science, decoding complex math, or grappling with a foreign language, starting with zero understanding is frustrating—but it doesn’t mean you can’t master the topic. Here’s a step-by-step guide to make the impossible feel possible. 🚧 Step 1: Accept Confusion As Step One Don’t panic if everything feels unclear. Lack of understanding doesn’t mean lack of ability—it means you're at the beginning. Treat confusion like a signal, not a setback. Do this: Say out loud: “I don’t get this… yet.” Write down exactly what confuses you (terms, diagrams, steps). Promise yourself you’ll tackle just one small piece today. 🔍 Step 2: Break the Topic Into Micro-Goals Big topics feel overwh...

  📘 “Did You Know?”: Free English Grammar Tools That Could Change Everything For many students—especially girls denied consistent education due to conflict or systemic barriers—grammar isn’t just an academic skill. It’s a superpower. And here’s something they don’t tell you: mastering grammar doesn’t require expensive courses or formal classrooms. You just need access to smart, free tools that are built for learners who hustle hard and learn fast. 💡 Why Grammar Isn’t Optional Grammar makes your voice sharper, your message clearer, and your presence more powerful. Whether you're applying for an FSJ placement, writing a motivation letter, mentoring younger girls, or publishing advocacy blogs—your grammar is part of your credibility. It tells the world: I know what I’m saying, and it matters. 🧩 Free Tools You Can Rely On Some of the best tools out there aren’t locked behind paywalls. They offer grammar support that’s intuitive, non-intimidating, and designed to meet you where you a...

  🌍 What Is the FSJ Program—and Why You Should Consider It If you're a young person dreaming of gaining hands-on experience in Germany while making a meaningful impact, the Freiwilliges Soziales Jahr (FSJ) —or Voluntary Social Year—might be your perfect next step. 🤝 What Is FSJ? The FSJ is a government-supported program in Germany that allows individuals aged 16 to 26 to volunteer in social, educational, cultural, or healthcare institutions for 6 to 18 months . Whether you're assisting in a kindergarten, supporting elderly care, or contributing to youth programs, FSJ gives you the chance to grow personally and professionally while serving the community. 🎓 Why FSJ Is a Game-Changer Work Experience : You’ll gain real-world skills in teamwork, communication, and caregiving. Language Immersion : Living in Germany helps you improve your German—many placements accept A2–B1 level. Financial Support : Volunteers receive a monthly stipend (typically €300–€400), plus accommodation, m...

  🌍 Common Myths About Studying Abroad — And the Truth Studying abroad can feel like stepping into another universe—exciting, overwhelming, and often misunderstood. For many girls, especially in underserved communities, myths surrounding international education can be powerful enough to discourage them before they even begin. Let’s bust five common myths and uncover the truth behind them. ❌ Myth 1: “You need to be rich to study abroad.” ✅ Truth: Scholarships, grants, and exchange programs exist for students from low-income backgrounds, refugees, and underserved communities. Organizations like HerRight, Ellison Scholars, and DAAD specifically aim to bridge equity gaps. If you’re strategic and persistent, financial barriers are not a dead end—they’re a detour you can map. ❌ Myth 2: “Only students with perfect grades can get accepted.” ✅ Truth: Many programs look for personal resilience, motivation, leadership, and community impact—not just marks. Your story matters. If you’ve over...

  🔄 Why I Ditched the 5am Myth The internet loves telling us that waking up at dawn turns you into a genius. But let’s be real—your brain doesn’t care what time it is; it cares if you're actually awake, fed, and not doomscrolling. I found a rhythm that works with my energy levels, not against them. 🕒 My Realistic Daily Breakdown Time Activity 9:30 AM Wake up gently. No alarms with sirens—just a quiet start and a big glass of water. 10:00 AM Quick review of my goals (3 priorities max) and light warm-up with flashcards or Duolingo. 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Deep focus block. This is for subjects like Math or Biology—no distractions allowed. 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Lunch + rest. I either walk, scroll through memes guilt-free, or journal if I’m mentally foggy. 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Second study session, lighter content. Usually revision, diagrams, or tutoring others to lock in concepts. 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Personal time or mini language practice (German or Pashto/Dari stories). 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Final...

  🎓 Done with a Free Course? Here's What to Do Next Finishing a free course is a quiet triumph—a moment that often slips by without confetti or certificates, yet it marks real progress. Whether you've wrapped up a YouTube playlist, completed a module on Khan Academy, or conquered a chapter in Seneca, here’s how to turn that experience into momentum. 1. 🧠 Reflect on What You Learned Take 10 minutes to jot down: What new ideas or skills did you gain? Was anything confusing or still unclear? How does this course connect to your bigger goals? This reflection turns passive learning into active ownership—and makes it easier to teach or apply later. 2. ✍️ Create a Summary or Cheat Sheet Write a one-page guide in your own words. This isn’t for fancy formatting—it’s your future self's lifeline when revisiting the topic. You could include: Key terms and definitions Formulas, diagrams, or steps Real-life examples that make concepts stick Bonus: turn it into a visual one-pager if you...

 📚 Free PDF Tools Every Student Should Know Compress, Convert, Edit—without Spending a Rupee In today’s digital world, PDFs are everywhere—school documents, university applications, even scholarship forms. But what do you do when a file is too big to upload, needs converting, or contains one tiny typo? These tools let you fix those problems for free. 🔧 1. Compress PDFs Shrinking a large PDF can be essential when submitting documents online. These tools reduce size without ruining quality: - ilovepdf.com/compress_pdf   - pdfcompressor.com   - smallpdf.com/compress-pdf (limited free use)   🔄 2. Convert PDFs Need to switch formats? These tools can turn PDFs into Word, Excel, JPG, and more: - pdf2go.com   - sodapdf.com/pdf-converter   - cloudconvert.com   ✍️ 3. Edit PDFs Correct typos, sign forms, or fill out applications directly: - sejda.com/pdf-editor   - pdfescape.com   - dochub.com   📁 Bo...

 💡 Study Habits That Actually Work—Even When You're Stressed or Busy Life as a student can feel like running a marathon with a backpack full of bricks. Between deadlines, emotional ups and downs, family responsibilities, and maybe even activism or side projects—it’s a lot. But good study habits aren’t reserved for serene library corners or picture-perfect planners. They’re most powerful when life feels chaotic. Here’s a no-fluff guide to study habits that hold up under pressure: 1. Microtasks: Break the mountain down When you're short on time or energy, break your work into 10–15 minute microtasks. Instead of “study calculus,” you tackle “review 3 derivatives” or “watch one tutorial.” Progress becomes visible—and less overwhelming. 2. Time-block with grace Instead of rigid schedules, use flexible time blocks. Pick windows of time (e.g., 8–10 AM, 6–7 PM) and fill them with tasks that match your current mood or brainpower. Got low energy? Do light reading. Feeling focused? Tackl...

 🎓 Top 5 YouTube Channels That Actually Teach Something Valuable By Muska — Empowering learners one video at a time In a world flooded with quick fixes and short attention spans, some creators rise above the noise to spark real curiosity, ignite purpose, and teach skills that matter. Whether you're a student, an aspiring changemaker, or just someone who craves meaningful knowledge—these YouTube channels might just shift your perspective and sharpen your toolkit. --- 1️⃣ CrashCourse – Your Gateway to Academic Depth 🧠 Subjects Covered: History, Philosophy, Economics, Literature, and more   👥 Created by: Hank & John Green   💡 Why it’s Valuable: With bite-sized, animated lessons taught by expert educators, CrashCourse transforms dense topics into digestible brilliance. Perfect for brushing up on academic fundamentals—especially helpful for law, international studies, or advocacy work. --- 2️⃣ LegalEagle – Law Made Understandable (and Entertaining) ⚖️ Subject...

 When You Feel Alone: A Letter to Every Girl Who’s Studying in Secret 📚✨ To the brave girl reading this, hiding books beneath her pillow and dreams inside her heart— I see you. You who studies when the world is asleep, hoping no one hears the quiet scratch of your pen or the whisper of a turning page. You who risks so much just to learn, not because it’s easy—but because it matters. You are not alone. Though it might feel like you’re the only one fighting this invisible battle, there are others walking alongside you. Girls in homes where education is forbidden. Girls who read by candlelight. Girls whose futures are held hostage by systems that refuse to recognize their light. And still—you study. 📖 Because knowledge is your rebellion. Every formula memorized, every line of poetry copied in secret, is your resistance against erasure. You’re crafting a voice that will one day echo louder than silence. 💬 Your dreams are valid. Your voice is powerful. I know the weight of isolation ...

 ✨ The 3 Most Common Study Mistakes I Made (and Fixed) Studying isn’t just about books and time — it’s about strategy, mindset, and knowing yourself. As someone who’s passionate about education and helping others rise above barriers, I’ve made my fair share of mistakes. But each one taught me something powerful. Here are the top three study mistakes I made — and how I turned them into strengths. --- ❌ Mistake #1: Studying Without a Plan I used to open my books and dive in randomly, thinking “at least I’m studying.” But without a clear goal, I’d waste time deciding what to study, switching topics, and feeling overwhelmed. ✅ Fix: I started using a simple weekly planner. Each night, I’d jot down 3 specific goals for the next day — like “review derivatives,” “solve 5 past paper questions,” or “summarize one chapter.” This gave my study time direction and reduced decision fatigue. --- ❌ Mistake #2: Passive Reading I’d read the same page over and over, hoping it would stick. But I wasn’t...

 ✨ What No One Told Me About Scholarships Spoiler: They’re not just about grades. When I first heard the word “scholarship,” I imagined a golden ticket handed to the smartest student in the room. What I didn’t know was that scholarships are often about stories, persistence, and navigating a maze no one trains you for. 🎯 It's Not Just a Form, It's a Fight Filling out a scholarship application isn’t just paperwork—it’s emotional labor. You’ll find yourself rewriting your life story to fit a panel’s criteria, balancing between honesty and impact, and wondering if you're “worthy” enough. 🧠 Grades Matter, But Grit Matters More Turns out, your GPA might get you noticed, but your personal essay is what makes them remember you. You need to prove you’re more than numbers—you’re someone who turns barriers into breakthroughs. 💬 No One Talks About the Silence The wait is agonizing. Sometimes, they ghost you. No email, no update, just silence. I wish someone had told me that being ig...

 🕒 How I Schedule My Study Time During Exams Finding Focus, Beating Stress, and Staying Consistent When exam season arrives, chaos usually follows. But for me, scheduling study time isn’t just about cramming—it’s about creating structure, protecting my mental space, and building momentum. Here's how I tackle exams with intention and energy. 🎯 Step 1: Know Your Subjects, Know Your Priorities I begin by mapping out all subjects and listing the topics most likely to appear in the exam. If a subject feels more difficult, it gets extra hours in the schedule. I call this "intensity-based planning"—give what’s hard more time, but never ignore what’s easy. 🗓️ Step 2: Build a Realistic Schedule I break my day into small sessions:   - Morning (2 hours): Most productive time for challenging subjects.   - Afternoon (1–2 hours): Revision or working on problem sets.   - Evening (1 hour): Light review, flashcards, and organizing notes.   I always schedul...

 📚 How I Schedule My Study Time During Exams: A Personal Guide Exams bring a kind of energy—part panic, part adrenaline, part hope. Over time, I’ve crafted a study rhythm that helps me stay grounded, productive, and emotionally sane during high-pressure weeks. It’s not about perfect planning—it’s about smart, adaptive planning that aligns with my goals. 🕰️ Step 1: Mapping the Battlefield I start by getting a bird's-eye view of what’s coming. I list each exam, its date, and how confident I feel about the subject. This helps me prioritize subjects that need deeper attention and space out revision efficiently. I sometimes color-code it based on difficulty or my confidence level (orange = shaky, green = solid). 📅 Step 2: Breaking Down the Days Once I know what’s ahead, I divide my remaining time into study blocks. Here's what usually works for me: - Morning (9–12): High-focus subjects like math or essay-based topics. - Afternoon (2–5): Practice papers or active recall sessions. ...

 📚 Can You Study in 1 Hour a Day? Yes — Here's How In a world obsessed with productivity hacks and endless to-do lists, there's one question that quietly lingers in every student’s mind: Can I actually make progress by studying just 1 hour a day? The answer is a resounding yes — if you approach that hour with intention and strategy. Here’s how you can turn sixty minutes into a powerhouse of progress: --- ⏱️ 1. Break It Into Micro-Sprints Use the Pomodoro technique: 25 minutes of focused study, 5-minute break, repeat. This keeps your mind fresh and focused, even within a short window. > ✨ Bonus tip: Use one sprint for deep learning and another for active recall (quizzing yourself). --- 📖 2. Choose High-Impact Tasks Don’t waste precious time with passive reading. Instead: - Focus on solving problems - Writing summaries - Reviewing flashcards - Practicing past papers This is especially useful if you're prepping for TOEFL, entrance exams, or brushing up on historical facts...

  🌍 5 Websites That Teach English for Free (Beginner-Friendly!) Learning English doesn't have to be costly or complicated. Whether you're just starting out or guiding someone new to the language, these five websites offer free, beginner-friendly resources to make learning fun and effective. 1. 🧠 My English Pages Offers grammar lessons, vocabulary activities, reading practice, and even jokes and quotes to keep it light. 2. 🎧 BBC Learning English Provides structured lessons in British English through videos, podcasts, and vocabulary guides — perfect for self-paced learning. 3. 📱 Duolingo Turns learning into a game! Ideal for beginners who enjoy bite-sized lessons and daily practice with instant feedback. 4. 🎓 British Council – Learn English Delivers high-quality resources, including grammar games, listening exercises, quizzes, and beginner-level courses. 5. 🎤 ESL Lab (Randall’s Listening Lab) Focuses on improving listening skills through real-life dialogues, audio quizzes,...

  📚 What to Do When You Feel “Too Late” to Start Studying We’ve all had that moment: staring at the calendar, realizing exams are around the corner, and feeling that awful, creeping thought… “It’s too late now.” But here’s the truth: it’s not. ⏰ Time Regret ≠ No Time Left Feeling late doesn’t mean you've missed the train. It just means you need a new strategy to board it fast. 💡 Step 1: Forgive Yourself First Wasting time happens. Regret is loud, but it’s not useful. The best students stumble too. Forgive yourself for the delay—and remember, self-blame is the real time-thief. 📋 Step 2: Assess Honestly, Not Emotionally Look at how many days are left, what subjects need tackling, and what’s realistically doable. Don’t set up a fantasy plan—craft one that works for the time you do have. 🎯 Step 3: Focus > Coverage You don’t need to cover everything. Prioritize high-impact areas: Topics likely to appear on the exam Concepts you struggle with most Past paper questi...

  📚 How to Turn Your Study Notes Into Teaching Tools Have you ever noticed how much better you understand something once you've explained it to someone else? It's not just a coincidence—teaching is one of the most powerful learning techniques around. If you’re a student with well-organized notes, you're already halfway there. Here's how you can transform those notes into teaching tools that help others and deepen your own knowledge. ✏️ Step 1: Simplify Without Dumbing Down Your notes are for you—but teaching is for everyone. Break down complex ideas into smaller, digestible parts Use analogies, examples, or visuals wherever possible Try explaining the topic out loud in your own words—it’s a great test of clarity 📊 Step 2: Organize for Flow Teaching isn’t just dumping facts—it’s storytelling. Reorder your notes to follow a logical sequence Highlight key transitions or connections between ideas Use headings, bullet points, or colors to guide your learners 🎙 Step 3: Ad...

  📚 How to Learn Without Wi-Fi: Offline Study Survival Tips In a world that often assumes every student has fast internet and unlimited access to online resources, many of us know that’s far from reality. Whether you're dealing with power outages, data limits, or simply trying to stay focused without distractions—offline learning is not only possible, it's powerful. 🌟 ✏️ 1. Print Smart, Study Hard Make the most of your online time by downloading or printing key resources ahead of time. Textbooks, past papers, study guides, and even handwritten summaries can become your core companions when the Wi-Fi goes quiet. 📕 2. Build Your Personal Library Collect physical books from your school, local libraries, or secondhand shops. Don’t underestimate the power of older editions or reference books—they often cover the same essential concepts found online. 🧠 3. Use the Power of Your Mind Offline time is perfect for mental exercises: Practice recalling concepts from memory Explain topic...

🌍 5 Best Platforms That Offer Free Certificates for Afghan Girls In a time when education is restricted for many Afghan girls, these platforms are stepping up to offer free learning opportunities—complete with certificates that can empower futures and open doors. 1. FutureLearn Offers over 1,200 free courses from top British and Irish universities. Afghan girls inside the country can access premium content and receive certificates for completing expert tracks and short courses. 2. Maktab93 A full online school experience with video lessons, exams, and teacher support. Available in English, Dari, and Pashto, it provides certificates after course completion and includes university entrance prep and a rich online library. 3. SOLAx by SOLA WhatsApp-based learning with daily classwork in English, Pashto, and Dari. Designed for girls with limited internet access, it offers digitally verified certificates and only requires a smartphone and basic mobile connection. 4. Coursera for Refugees Th...

  🎓 What Is Distance Learning & Why It Changed My Life In a world where geography and politics often determine who gets to learn, distance learning became my lifeline —and my launchpad. 🌍 What Is Distance Learning? Distance learning is education beyond traditional classrooms. It's learning remotely—often through online platforms, mobile apps, video lectures, or printed modules—without the need to physically attend school or university. For many, it's a convenience. For others, it's survival. It enables: 📱 Flexible access to courses from anywhere 🕰️ Study at your own pace, around work or family commitments 🌐 Connection to global resources and instructors 🧑‍🎓 Inclusion of learners who face barriers—economic, social, or geographic 🛤️ My Journey: From Margins to Meaning I grew up knowing that being an Afghan girl meant learning would never come easy. I watched talented friends abandon their studies due to conflict, lack of schools, or policies that silenced their po...

    ✨ Free Offline Study Guides for Afghan Girls Without Wi-Fi Millions of Afghan girls are still struggling to access education—not because they’re not willing, but because the internet isn’t always available. That’s why I’ve gathered offline-friendly study resources that can be used anytime, anywhere. Whether you're studying at home, at a learning center, or during power cuts, these guides are meant to help you keep going. ✊📚 📘 English Language Study Guide (Grade 10–12) Basic grammar rules (tenses, prepositions, articles) Vocabulary by themes (education, health, family) Reading comprehension + writing prompts 👉  https://ketabton.com/books/1005/file 🌍 Social Studies & Civics Resource Human rights, Afghan history, global law basics Journal prompts for deeper thinking 👉 https://hadaf.af/blogs/free-school-books-for-afghan-students/1436   🔢 Math Study Guide (Grade 9–12) Algebra, geometry, and problem-solving Step-by-step practice quizzes Printable ...

  📚 Did You Know? Free SAT & IELTS Guidebooks You Can Download Today Preparing for exams like the SAT or IELTS can feel overwhelming—especially when resources are expensive or hard to access. That’s why I’ve found two powerful, completely free guidebooks you can download and use offline. 🎯 SAT Practice Guidebook From GoTestPrep  this resource includes: 40+ printable practice tests Detailed breakdowns of reading, writing, and math sections Answer explanations and scoring guides No registration required—just download and study 🌍 IELTS Complete Guidebook From Magoosh, this eBook offers: 150+ pages of strategies, sample questions, and tips Covers Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking Study schedules and vocabulary lists Beginner-friendly and 100% free 💬 If this was helpful, please share with friends and follow my blog to keep these resources growing and glowing. Together, we’re rewriting the narrative of what’s possible.

  Welcome to the New Section: “Did You Know?” Hidden Education Opportunities Every day, countless learning opportunities go unnoticed—not because they’re unworthy, but because they’re quietly tucked away in corners of the internet. That changes today. In our brand-new blog section, “Did You Know?” , we’ll spotlight hidden gems that offer free, high-quality educational resources—particularly those accessible to Afghan girls facing barriers like limited Wi-Fi, financial constraints, or lack of awareness. Whether it's offline-friendly study guides, certificate courses from global universities, or creative tools to make learning more engaging, we’ll uncover the kind of opportunities that don’t just teach—they empower. ✨ Why This Section Matters Many Afghan students are unaware of life-changing programs like Coursera’s financial aid option or YouTube channels offering entire syllabi in local languages. Offline access is critical—some resources can be downloaded once and used endlessly w...

🌟 How to Write a Motivation Letter (Even If You Don't Know Where to Start) Writing a motivation letter can feel scary — especially when you're not sure what to say, or you're afraid your story isn't "good enough." But here's the truth: your story matters, and it deserves to be heard . Whether you're applying to a university abroad, an online course, or a scholarship, this guide will help you write a letter that's clear, strong, and 100% you . 💌 What Is a Motivation Letter? A motivation letter is your chance to speak directly to the people reading your application. It's where you explain: Who you are Why you're applying What you've done so far What you want to do next — and why this opportunity matters to you It's not about being perfect. It's about being real . ✍️ Structure: What to Include in Each Paragraph You can follow this simple structure: 1. Introduction Start with your name, where you're from (optional), and what y...