7 Easy Habits That Help Keep Your Mind Sharp At Any Age
5. Trick Your Memory
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We have all made use of acronyms and mnemonic devices to remember our answers in exams, haven’t we? If you haven’t, this trick could come in handy. When you have trouble remembering names, long lists, or even a set of things, trick your brain into remembering them with fun mnemonic devices. For instance, “My very excellent mother just served us nachos” is a mnemonic device to remember the planets of the solar system, where the first letter of every word is the first letter of the planets in that order. If you still have trouble remembering simple things, write them down. Make a journal, a to-do list, or repeat it for yourself. Also, you can use mental visuals to make associations with certain things.
6. Thinking Out Loud? No, Reading Out Loud
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When we read out loud, we are more active because we also hear ourselves. That is why we sometimes tend to make mistakes when we read quietly. (This happens while proofreading all the time!) Our brain circuits work differently when we read out loud.
7. Sweat It Out
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Regular exercise — for the mind and the body — is really important. Crosswords, sudoku, puzzles, mind benders and the likes should be your favorite pastime. It not only keeps you engaged and free of boredom, it also activates your neurons. Also, sweating it out is good for your entire body, so go hit the gym, guys !
And that’s how you can keep your mind active at any age. The key is to provide the brain with ample material to rejuvenate, replenish, and rewire. Keep those neurons on their toes and you are good to go!
