Unconventional Ways To Improve Cognition

[Siim Land]

You've probably heard about the many ways to improve cognition: read books, meditate, exercise and do some crazy brain games. But have you heard about these unconventional strategies?

 

 

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• #1 Neuroplasticity - 00:45 - Expose yourself to novelty
• #2 Get Distracted - 01:32 - Studies show some background noise can actually boost productivity
• #3 Practice Multi-Tasking - 02:56 - Multi-tasking isn't productive, but it can teach your brain to stay focused while being distracted.
• #4 Power Training - 03:49 - Explosive plyometric or high intensity interval training will increase the speed of your nervous system
• #5 Creative Visualization - 04:55 - Envisioned mental images in our head are directly connected with the ones in the outside world. Visualize the skills you want to improve.
• #6 Empathy - 05:40 - Empathy stimulates the prefrontal cortex and boosts emotional intelligence.
• #7 Inversion - 06:16 - Sending more blood flow to the brain is good for the functioning and health of the brain. Do handstands or hang upside down.

What do you do to improve your cognition?

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