Your brain works hard. And in tough times it works even harder.
When it bogs down you can turn to these simple GenuLines tips to power up your “gray matter.”
Better Thinking With Brain Power Boosting
Muddled thinking seems like a virus in itself. From negative news to personal challenges it can affect your well being.
One way to counter this mind fog is through a brainpower boost. So, here are some steps to help you keep your brain working in tip-top condition.
Regular Exercise
Simple exercise like a walk or jog might not be intense. But it’ll get you started.
You can work on the intensity as you go along.
Simple work-outs may trigger the release of neuro-chemicals known as endorphins. These chemicals are responsible for making us feel happy.
Feeling happier translates into a positive effect on the brain.
Supplement your Diet
Natural supplements can help keep both mind and body healthy. You can find supplements anywhere from health food stores to sites on the internet.
Use it or lose it
It’s great to exercise your body. But you should exercise your brain too.
It’s a muscle that needs to keep fit – think and learn. You can read, talk with other people or even play educational games.
Experiment with activities that can keep your brain working well.
Play Games
Choose games that will have a good effect on your brain. Stay away from games that are “no-brainers.”
Computer games can exercise your brain. Be sure to make good game choices.
Gaming consoles are also following the fad into increasing brain function. So, do your part in boosting your brain power by playing games that will increase it.
Enjoy an Educational Hobby
Choose a hobby that will teach you something. Just be sure to do things that aren’t monotonous.
Your hobby should be something that will help you learn new things every time you perform it. This way, you’ll be able to use parts of your brain you didn’t use before.
Sleep Well
Sleeping helps your body rebuild and recharge. Many professionals believe that you should sleep for at least six to eight hours a day.
Aside from these hours, you should also try to take ten-minute power naps. These naps will leave your refreshed.
And they’ll give you the energy that will fuel what you do for the rest of the day.
Relax
Society’s complexity will tax your brain as much as your body.
So take time to relax and cleanse your mind of worries that can overwhelm your thoughts.
You can visit a spa or meditate to give your mind a break.
When you relax you’ll feel that you’re prepared to take on whatever your day throws at you!
JohnK 6-14-2020
Overheard: “The human brain, then, is the most complicated organization of matter than we know”
~Isaac Asimov
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