Think Tank: The Neuro Blog
Science Facts to Blow Your Mind
The world we live in has become an incredibly hectic place to be a part of. A busy lifestyle combined with an overabundance of information provided by the media and the Internet has caused the average person to become so engrossed in their day-to-day routine that it’s all too easy for any one of us to lose track of just how amazing of a planet we have the privilege of inhabiting. And it even goes far beyond the scope of just one planet – merely thinking about all the wonders and endless possibilities that lie in outer space and realizing how minuscule Earth is in the grand scheme of things is enough to provide some serious food for thought. Because we’ve all become so bogged down in the minutiae of our everyday surroundings, it might do us some good to learn (or remind ourselves of) a couple of truly amazing scientific facts concerning the human race, our planet, and the universe surrounding us. If you read on, you will find a list containing just that, and it might help you put things into perspective and gain a measure of newfound appreciation for the ins and outs of our world. And even if you don’t derive any profound insights from these facts, they should at least prove to be an interesting read and a couple might truly blow your mind after you’ve given them some thought.
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Ways to Spark Neurogenesis as an Adult
Does your brain stop growing when you reach adulthood? This is a hot button topic in the scientific community. Let’s look into the science of neurogenesis. Are there any ways you can boost the growth of new brain cells?
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What People Find Most Attractive About Their Romantic Partner's Mind
Do you remember what caught your attention the first time you set eyes on your partner? Maybe it was the way they smiled? Or, you saw them petting a lost dog. Everything you do reflects the mysteries of your mind. For good or ill, your words and actions reflect who you are. And, they are ultimately what you would find attractive about your partner’s mind. Sometimes, your brain hijacks you and nudges you in a certain direction, though. Take a look at what aspects other people find attractive about their partner.
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How to Let Go of the Impulse to Control People & Situations
Do you like knowing that things are getting done in the right way? Do you like keeping track of everything that’s going on around you? Are you full of great ideas about how other people should solve their issues? Some people enjoy having control over every situation. They feel that they can complete tasks more efficiently than the people around them. In some cases, there’s a grain of truth in that. But staying in control all the time is exhausting.
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5 Simple Ways to Impress People in any Setting
Before you begin working on your people-impressing skills, you ought to remember that most people feel a little awkward, a little ill-at-ease. So, you’re not on your own here. If you really embrace this reality, walking into a crowded room - now packed with slightly insecure people - suddenly doesn’t seem to be such a big deal any more.
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A Field Guide to Consumer Nootropics
nootropic noun no·ot·ro·pic \ˌnō-ə-ˈtrō-pik\ : a substance that enhances cognition and memory and facilitates learning If you're not familiar with nootropics, that definition is really as simple as they are. Despite the technical sounding name, they're just substances to help give your brain a bump in performance. Here we'll go over some of the current consumer nootropic compounds found in Optimind and Alpha Brain, and the benefits they provide.
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Can Meditation Help with Brain Fog?
Having brain fog feels a little bit like waking up on a dreary autumn day. Like any fog, it creeps up on you. It slows you down and makes everything you do feel bleak and gray. Remember, your brain is under your control. So don’t waste your time waiting. Take hold of your brain, and find a way to help it with meditation.
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How to Increase Your IQ in 5 Steps?
Working on your IQ can be one good way to improve your performance in all walks of life. Many people think that your IQ is entirely genetic and it’s impossible to increase it. The good news is that they’re wrong. Self-improvement is possible!
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Brain Training Apps: Do They Really Work?
Brain training apps are not only just for any sort of past time for athletes or sports practitioners, but also to mentally prepare them for what comes next after packing up sports wears, devotion to healthy diet, and enrolling yourself to an amazing Cross-Fit and Circuit Training coach. How do Brain-training apps affect the cognitive capacities of Cross-Fit and Circuit Enthusiasts?
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