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3 simple brain exercises to boost focus and memory

3 simple brain exercises to boost focus and memory

Your brain loves new things. Novelty challenges the brain. Learning something new, such as a language or musical instrument, forces the brain to process and store new information. This practice will create fresh neural pathways. A 2014studyin older adults found that learning a new and cognitively demanding skill, such as quilting or photography, boosted their memory. Similarly, another 2019reviewfound that …

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Dr. Bankey Lal Sharma: He is 95, lives alone, and is happier and healthier than ever: Here’s how | – The Times of India

Dr. Bankey Lal Sharma: He is 95, lives alone, and is happier and healthier than ever: Here’s how | – The Times of India

Image: Monica Sehgal Sullere/The Better India Dr Bankey Lal Sharma, a 95-year-old retired philosophy professor from Gujarat, is a living example of how a meaningful routine, mental clarity, and emotional strength can lead to a deeply fulfilling life, even in solitude. His days begin before sunrise with yoga and meditation, and he does every household chore by himself. His story, …

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The 7 simple steps to start your meditation journey

The 7 simple steps to start your meditation journey

The first step to a successful meditation is to find a space where you can be perfectly calm and rested. It should be silent, there should be no distractions, and not to forget, it should feel safe and familiar to your mind and body. Why? Well, when you are in a calm, familiar space, it is easier to put your …

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