5 Ways to Sharpen our Brain and Memory By: Andrea Sipcic
1. Stay physically active Physical movement and activity raises blood flow to the whole body, including the brain, helping to keep it sharp and clear. Whether it’s going to the gym, dancing or even regular brisk walks, you can always find something you enjoy to keep yourself moving.
2. Stay mentally active Mind-engaging activities help keep the brain in shape. It also can help to prevent memory loss. So keep the brain active through reading, doing puzzles, learning to play a musical instrument or trying a new hobby.
3. Focus on one thing at a time and stay organized Clutter in your home and environment can often cause clutter in your mind. Keep an organized home and workspace. Have a place for everything and work on putting them back consistently, once done with them. Make lists and keep plans. Get rid of what you don’t want or need. Focusing on one thing at a time and ditching the multitasking mentality can also be greatly beneficial. Over bombarding our minds can cause havoc and weaken our abilities to remember and stay sharp.
4. Maintain a balanced diet A balanced diet that is good for you is also good for your brain. Some things like healthy fats, fresh fruits and vegetables and legumes can be greatly beneficial, as well as drinks such as alkaline water and herbal teas. What we avoid having in excess is also important to consider. (i.e. too much alcohol or processed foods)
5. Sleep and meditation Just like anything else, our brain needs rest. Make getting enough quality sleep a priority and if needed, consider sleep meditations, hypnosis and/or power naps as part of this. Meditation and quieting the mind is another form of rest for the brain, decreasing any over activity and stimulation.
