Monday, October 20, 2014 • Service
"The brain is like a muscle. When it is in use we feel very good. Understanding is joyous."
— Carl Sagan

7 Ways to Exercise Your Brain & Why You Should

7 Ways to Exercise Your Brain & Why You Should
Researchers believe that your brain performance peaks in your 50's and then begins decreasing. The good news is that the brain is highly adaptable. Repetitive brain exercises practiced both early and later in life keeps the brain strong and helps it combat the reduced memory, thinking speed, problem solving, and reasoning that can set in later in life. Read on to learn about seven easy, scientifically proven, results-oriented brain exercises that will help keep your brain healthy today and tomorrow.

Be the Change

This week, choose a day to meet with friends or family to play chess or a board game that challenges the mind. Try to make it a regular practice. Not only will you spend quality time with loved ones, but you will give your mind a good workout as well!

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