7 Easy Habits That Help Keep Your Mind Sharp At Any Age
Do you misplace your keys often? Do you tend to forget what you had for your last meal? Or does your mind just feel numb? Well, that’s what happens with age — your mind loses its charm. The TV might tell you that your wrinkles and fine lines are signs of aging, and the people might tell you that your greying hair is a disclaimer to your old age. But, does anybody ever tell you about the tell-tale signs that your mind is aging too?
The brain is an enigmatic and mysterious organ. If we sit ourselves down to understand its working and complexities, it might take us an entire lifetime. But, there are a couple of things that we already know — as we grow older, our mental abilities dwindle. Aging can notably affect our memory power, but it can also alter our reasoning, spatial skills, sharpness, and verbal fluency among many others. So, how do we prevent this from happening? While we don’t have a time machine to turn back time, we do have certain tricks and treats that help us to rewire the brain to keep it sharp.
Here’s a lowdown on some of the easy tips to keep your mind active. (Reading is one of the tips, too!)
1. Say Hello To Cat Naps
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If you love to sleep and wouldn’t ditch the bed for anything, you’re good to go. But, if you are one of us who struggle to get a good night’s rest, you should really consider taking a nap every day. These power naps can help us feel rejuvenated and active. It boosts our energy almost instantaneously. However, naps are supposed to be just for a short period of time. Studies suggest that young people who nap frequently show better concentration and learning abilities than those who don’t . Naps have the ability to better your cognitive skills and reduce your brain’s age by almost five years .
2. Break The Monotony
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