Traditional Wisdom and Modern Science: When Old Meets New
Recently, I was chatting with a friend who instinctively rubbed her son's arm when he hurt himself. This simple act made me think about how some theories, like the "pain gate theory," are rooted in our instincts. This theory explains that rubbing a sore spot can help...
Optimizing Daily Routines for Brain Health
A healthy brain is essential for overall well-being and functionality. Just as we routinely care for our physical health through diet and exercise, we can also cultivate habits that promote cognitive function and neuroplasticity—the brain's ability to adapt and...
Harnessing Motivation and Habit Formation for Lasting Change
We’ve been chatting about forming habits a lot, with practical steps for forming, reviewing and keeping with good habits and habit changes. A part of this is motivation. Understanding motivation is crucial for forming good habits and achieving our goals. Motivation...
Mastering New Habits: The Neuroscience of Reflect, Recognize and Reframe
Building on my series about habit formation, the latest article, "Reflect, Recognize, Reframe," focuses on a deeper, more thoughtful approach to developing long-lasting habits. It discusses how reflecting on our actions and their outcomes can help us understand what...
Mastering New Habits: The Neuroscience of Track, Treat and Team Up
This is the next step after the previous article on plan, prepare and perform. Now that you’ve put these into place, let’s Track, Treat and Team Up. Our last step is going to be Reflect, Recognize, Reframe, look out for that article next week. This is a 3 x 3 series...
Mastering New Habits: The Neuroscience of Plan, Prepare, Perform
Starting a habit or making a change is like going on an exciting journey that changes not just what you do but also how your brain works. This process is guided by neuroplasticity, which means our brains can create new connections. To navigate this journey, we can use...
Neuroplasticity: Navigating the Highways of Our Brain
One term I’ve been using a lot recently is neuroplasticity. I first came across this concept when studying Psychology in 2001. I was blown away by the brain’s adaptability and I’ve been fascinated since then. Neuroplasticity is a term that continues to capture my...
Embracing Change: The Power of Three
Life's constant changes can be overwhelming, but I've found a simple yet powerful way to navigate them: the power of three. I am on a journey of change which has taught me so much about the importance of setting goals, embracing personal growth, and believing in my...
Unlock Your Potential: How Neuroplasticity Can Drive Intentional Life Changes
In my upcoming post, I'll explore "intentional change" inspired by a chat with my colleague Kirsten. I'll talk about how we can guide the changes in our lives with purpose, the importance of knowing ourselves, setting goals, and being resilient. Understanding how our...
Embracing Personal Change as a path to growth
Change is a crucial part of both our work and private lives. We're always learning and growing to keep up with new technologies, shifting markets, and different job responsibilities. But when it comes to changing ourselves personally, we often hesitate. Why is this?...