Brain Exercise Number 2: For Aging Brain
@everwonderwhy (7355)
July 1, 2016 8:39am CST
New research has shown that making your brain do new experiences helps the brain achieve healthier state of mind. As I get older, I intend to sharpen my mind to its maximum capacity.
Number 2. Memorize poems, quotes, favorite passages, dates of certain historical timeline.
"In their group of participants aged 55-70, these researches noted that repeated activation of memory structures promotes neuronal plasticity in the aging brain."
Sounds good to me!
Creative lessons are a great way to learn, but memorization can still play an important role in learning, no matter your age.
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@mariekomontealto (179)
• Quezon City, Philippines
2 Jul 16
I love writing poems and reading books. These days, I'm on review center to pass my teacher licensure exam.
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@everwonderwhy (7355)
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2 Jul 16
Wow! Teacher. Congratulations in advance! Your student will take on your influence and example of love of learning with books and writing!
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@mariekomontealto (179)
• Quezon City, Philippines
2 Jul 16
@everwonderwhy Oh dear thank you, needed that boost.
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@everwonderwhy (7355)
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2 Jul 16
@mariekomontealto You'll do great in your very bright future with teaching young, impressionable minds. 
@everwonderwhy (7355)
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2 Jul 16
I've had all my children's names mixed up. A roll call of most of them whenever I only need one child is getting 
ting a bit frightening; but funny for my children to address me of my constant memory updating.
ting a bit frightening; but funny for my children to address me of my constant memory updating.
@SIMPLYD (90717)
• Philippines
5 Jul 16
I think these games with word puzzles and quizzes as well as other games that practices our reflexes are good too for the brain .
@Sarigi6141 (257)
• Indonesia
1 Jul 16
I agree with this...I m still young...but I have a habit to learn something new everyday....and its a relaxation too
