Things You Can Do to Benefit your Brain
A mind is a valuable thing to waste. You've heard the saying many times, but it truly does ring true. Your mind is your most valuable thing. So here's a list of things you can do every day to benefit your brain:
◆Take a nap.
Refreshing your body can also help you improve brain function, increase memory, and improve your mood. So take a nap, feel refreshed, and help your brain all in one. Naps improve your brain performance, so why are you still awake?
◆Do something creative just before going to bed.
Take advantage! Whether you're writing the next great American Novel or dusting off the old paint brush and canvas, finding your creativity just before going to bed can yield great results. So tap your inner Picasso and create something beautiful. Just don't fall asleep with the brush in your hand.
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Did you know that it's actually impossible for your brain to multitask? By focusing on one task at a time, you can keep your brain working at maximum capability and accomplish more than you imagined. Find a task you need to finish and focus solely on it. Leave the phone in the other room, turn the TV off, and focus. Your brain will thank you.
◆Write. Like on a real piece of paper.
Computers, iPads, tablets, smartphones and the connection to the internet everywhere means it's becoming less and less likely that you will pull out a piece of paper and write. But research suggests handwriting makes you smarter.
A. Focus on one task at a time.
B. You need to take care of it.
C. It is wise of you to make full use of it.
D. Find a task and then another before you start working.
E. When you're tired, your brain can be more creative.
F. Even just a 15-minute nap can make a huge difference in your day-to-day life.
G. So leave the computer on your desk during your next meeting and write your notes.
