Learn how to use the potential of your brain: strategies to boost your brain power and cognitive functions such as memory, problem-solving, and focus
Starting a learning experience as an adult can be both fun and challenging. It’s never too late to improve your English skills, learn new things, or follow a passion such as persuasive writing. If you want to know how to learn new skills as an adult and overcome potential obstacles,…
Before you sell yourself short, think twice. Despite what they say, you are smarter than people think. There are signs that prove this. Did you ever consider that you are smarter than people think? You could actually be smarter than you give yourself credit for as well. Those who are…
Are you a person who procrastinates when faced with overwhelming tasks? Do you find it difficult to stick to a diet, or perhaps you are a compulsive shopper? Have you ever expressed something you later regretted? Are you contented or disappointed with your life? If any of the above rings…
We all like to think that we are individuals, capable of free will and independent thought. However, the fact is humans inhabit groups, and there’s an evolutionary reason for this. Our early ancestors formed groups as a matter of survival. In modern society the groups we join or naturally inhabit…
I am always baffled when I watch a reality show like America’s Got Talent and a contestant bounds onto the stage brimming with confidence. They then go on to showcase a truly appalling act. It’s not that the acts are so bad, it is the shock on their faces when the judges…
Years ago, I went to see the famous mentalist and mind reader Derren Brown perform his Miracles show in the UK. Some of his mind reading tricks were truly baffling. He included a lot of audience interaction and everything was left to chance as he would choose an audience member…
Have you ever wondered how some people have a talent for keeping their eye on the prize? The answer is big picture thinking, and it’s something we can all learn to do. We don’t always tend to think the same as others. There are some who are incredibly detail-oriented and…
Being open-minded isn’t always as simple as we think it might be. In fact, you might even need to train your brain how to be open-minded. We’ve all been in a conversation that makes us roll our eyes and wonder how someone can be so close-minded. Things our grandparents say…