What are some practical tips for speeding up the learning process in crafts like cooking or painting without sacrificing quality?

Is there a situation where being completely blunt and unfiltered is always the wrong approach, regardless of the message?
Tens of thousands turn out for French anti-austerity protests. How does this show that austerity measures are still unpopular in Europe?
What is a common, often overlooked, way people try to avoid genuine emotional vulnerability?
I’m nosey. What industry secret can you spill now that you no longer work there?
Beyond simply traveling, what surprising opportunities has knowing Thai created in your life?
How has setting boundaries affected your interactions with people who used to have a negative impact on your life?