Have you ever found yourself in an add position where you're introducing colleagues but can't remember their names? Or, there was something you were meant to submit by end of the workday but it slipped your mind? Groceries to buy, but you forgot?
If your answer is yes, you needn't worry. This does not presage memory loss or Alzheimer's. "The cause could be varied and within your control," says counseling psychologists.
So what does it take to get a razor-sharp mind? Try a few of these tips to boost your brain power.
Figure it out
Do a crossword puzzle every day. Apart from sharpening your mind, it improves your vocabulary - a double benefit! Most newspapers carry word puzzles and Soduku, so pickup pen and get cracking.
Move it!
Exercise is not only good for the physique, it's great for your mental health. Studies show that exercise can prevent mental decline and may even restore memory. When you work out, the amount of blood pumped to your brain increases; with this comes more nutrition, more oxygen and healthier brain. Take some music along or ask a friend to join you for company and motivation.e Up
Spice up your life
Mundane tasks can lead to brainpower loss, so add variety to your life. Vary your routine; keep your mind active and get creative. Take up a new hobby, learn a foreign language, dance form or a musical instrument. Try doing things differently - for example, brush your teeth with the hand you don't normally use.
Breathe easy
Take short breaks during the day. If possible, spend time in an altogether different environment - one that is clean and green. You will return to work relaxed, refreshed, more productive and ina better frame of mind.
Food for thought
Your diet plays an important role in brain function, so eat well. Proteins (e.g. beans and eggs) are good, as are antioxidants (e.g. berries and garlic) and foods rich in fiber (e.g. wholegrain breads and cereal). Drink plenty of water through the day.
Plan your workday
often, we try to juggle too many balls, not realizing that at some point, they may all come tumbling down. If you concentrate on one task at a time, you will find yourself more efficient. What's more, you'll probably finish it faster too. Schedule challenging tasks and meetings in the morning when your energy levels are high. After lunch is generally when lethargy sets in, so reserve that slot for less demanding, routine functions.
Sleep well
Sleep deprivation impairs your ability to retain information and remember important things.
Summarize and revise
If you have just read a long report, go over it again quickly, as this helps you retain what you have read.
Remember, the brain is like a muscle - if you don't use it, you lose it. The more engaged it is, the better your brain functions. Now with all these resources at hand, get ready to train brain and see some mind-boggling results.
Please take care of yourself and always be happy :) :)
If your answer is yes, you needn't worry. This does not presage memory loss or Alzheimer's. "The cause could be varied and within your control," says counseling psychologists.
So what does it take to get a razor-sharp mind? Try a few of these tips to boost your brain power.
Figure it out
Do a crossword puzzle every day. Apart from sharpening your mind, it improves your vocabulary - a double benefit! Most newspapers carry word puzzles and Soduku, so pickup pen and get cracking.
Move it!
Exercise is not only good for the physique, it's great for your mental health. Studies show that exercise can prevent mental decline and may even restore memory. When you work out, the amount of blood pumped to your brain increases; with this comes more nutrition, more oxygen and healthier brain. Take some music along or ask a friend to join you for company and motivation.e Up
Spice up your life
Mundane tasks can lead to brainpower loss, so add variety to your life. Vary your routine; keep your mind active and get creative. Take up a new hobby, learn a foreign language, dance form or a musical instrument. Try doing things differently - for example, brush your teeth with the hand you don't normally use.
Breathe easy
Take short breaks during the day. If possible, spend time in an altogether different environment - one that is clean and green. You will return to work relaxed, refreshed, more productive and ina better frame of mind.
Food for thought
Your diet plays an important role in brain function, so eat well. Proteins (e.g. beans and eggs) are good, as are antioxidants (e.g. berries and garlic) and foods rich in fiber (e.g. wholegrain breads and cereal). Drink plenty of water through the day.
Plan your workday
often, we try to juggle too many balls, not realizing that at some point, they may all come tumbling down. If you concentrate on one task at a time, you will find yourself more efficient. What's more, you'll probably finish it faster too. Schedule challenging tasks and meetings in the morning when your energy levels are high. After lunch is generally when lethargy sets in, so reserve that slot for less demanding, routine functions.
Sleep well
Sleep deprivation impairs your ability to retain information and remember important things.
Summarize and revise
If you have just read a long report, go over it again quickly, as this helps you retain what you have read.
Remember, the brain is like a muscle - if you don't use it, you lose it. The more engaged it is, the better your brain functions. Now with all these resources at hand, get ready to train brain and see some mind-boggling results.
Please take care of yourself and always be happy :) :)
