Attention refers to how we interpret specific information and experiences at a given moment in time. However, at any given moment, the mind can have numerous thoughts, sensations, and actions vying for its attention. Unfortunately, our ability to pay attention to detail is limited. If we allow our attention to…
Have you ever learned about a new word, fact, idea or product and subsequently see it everywhere around you? This curious cognitive effect is known as the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon. So, is it just a coincidence? Or is there a scientific explanation behind this phenomenon? In this post, we take a…
We’ve all been in the situation where the snappy comeback comes when it’s too late. However, if we use some simple scientific techniques, we can soon learn how to think faster. Thinking faster can make people think you’re smarter, help you understand new information sooner, and even be the ticket…
We view divided attention or multitasking negatively, but it can be greatly beneficial to boost productivity. Divided attention has a negative connotation of not giving tasks your full focus. Although this can be true, there are ways to hone your multitasking skills to increase your productivity. All it takes is…
I was watching an episode of Air Crash Investigation the other day and investigators stated that the cause of a fatal aeroplane crash was change blindness. My ears pricked up. I thought I’d heard of every psychological trait in the book, but I’d never come across this one. What on…
Did you know that essential oils can help you boost your cognitive functions, such as focus and memory, and improve your productivity? In the modern, hectic world that we inhabit, many of us will have had moments in our day where our frame of mind does not match what is…
We all want to be a little bit more productive and we’ve all experienced the extreme focus of flow state, but most of us don’t know how to utilise it. Productivity can fluctuate for a number of different reasons. Maybe you’re tired, hungry, or stressed. It might just be that…
Want to boost your memory? Try any of the below memory games for adults to make the process of improving your cognitive functions engaging and fun! Schools have started using video games and apps to teach students language, math, and other valuable skills. However, it’s not only children who can…
