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When it comes to changing your mindset in order to change your life, you probably think of things like ‘the gratitude attitude’ or maybe meditation. You’re probably aware of mindfulness and of CBT. But what if you could simply flick a switch and completely change the way that your brain works? What if you could … Read more
If you want to upgrade your brain like Eddie Mora from Limitless, then unfortunately you won’t find it to be as easy as taking a single pill. Instead, you’re going to have to look at more arduous and lengthy strategies, including such things as brain training or improving your overall health. If you choose to … Read more
In charge of your focus and attention is a network of brain regions that are collectively known as the salience network. These handle what is technically known as ‘executive control’ or ‘executive attention’. One of the key structures in this network is a part of the brain known as the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) which … Read more
What makes you happy? What is your idea of a perfect evening? For many of us, the answer would be something akin to relaxing on the couch, watching a great TV show and eating something delicious. Maybe you want to stay in with your other half, or maybe you’d like to program a game. These … Read more
In order to increase intelligence, it makes sense to first try and define what we mean by intelligence. How do you measure it and what precisely is it? As it happens, the official answer at this point is ‘no one knows’. Intelligence is a highly abstract concept and in fact might not even be a … Read more
Brain plasticity effectively means that you can grow and reshape your brain in just the same way you can reshape your muscle. That in turn means that just as a bodybuilder can increase their muscle size and choose the physique they want, so too can you potentially use brain training to develop key brain areas … Read more
Our minds are a fantastic thing. It is full of immense possibilities and has unlimited capabilities. However, in today’s over-stimulated and fast-paced world, our minds can quickly become overwhelmed. Many people feel that their minds are never at peace. There is a constant commotion that never stops, with an out of control banging of thoughts … Read more
We all have brief lapses now and then when our brains start acting weird. You’re probably familiar with these common scenarios: you’re in the middle of a conversation when suddenly, you just can’t remember a familiar name or place, or you can’t remember what you were going to say; your mind goes totally blank. You … Read more
Once you or a loved one has received a diagnosis of dementia, you are bound to have a lot of questions about what to expect. Here are a few of the most common ones to help get you started on the road to understanding dementia. What Is Dementia? Dementia is a blanket term for various … Read more
Brain plasticity effectively means that you can grow and reshape your brain in just the same way you can reshape your muscle. That in turn means that just as a bodybuilder can increase their muscle size and choose the physique they want, so too can you potentially use brain training to develop key brain areas … Read more