Tuesday, October 20, 2015

7 Myths About the Brain...Debunked!

In today's newsletter: Do you believe any of these brain myths? Can you really change your personality? Why what you believe about intelligence can influence achievement. Some of the ways your brain leads you astray.

 

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7 Myths About the Brain...Debunked!

In today's newsletter: Do you believe any of these brain myths? Can you really change your personality? Why what you believe about intelligence can influence achievement. Some of the ways your brain leads you astray.

 

Kendra Cherry
Psychology Expert
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Brain Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction  
There are still a lot of things we don't know about the brain, researchers have dispelled a number of common misconceptions. Discover the truth behind some popular brain myths.
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Can You Change Your Personality?  
Is personality set in stone or is change possible? Discover why some traits are difficult to change, while others can be modified with the right approach.
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Why Beliefs About Intelligence Impact Achievement  
One study suggests that what you believe about intelligence - whether it's due to nature or nurture - has an impact on achievement and performance.
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5 Ways Your Brain Plays Tricks on You  
Your brain is capable of some amazing things - but it isn't perfect. Here are just a few ways that your brain makes mistakes or even downright lies to you.
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Tuesday, October 13, 2015

5 Memory Hacks That Will Boost Your Brain Power

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5 Weird Ways to Improve Your Memory
Sick of forgetting where you left your keys? Then try one of these weird (but research-backed) ways to boost your memory power.
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5 Surprising Ways That Memory Works
Did you know that moving your eyes can improve your memory, while taking a picture might make it worse? Discover more surprising facts about how memory works.
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7 Common Memory Mistakes
Our memories make us who we are, but anyone who has ever forgotten a name or date knows that memory isn't perfect. Learn about memory's seven deadly sins.
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3 Things You Can Do to Protect Your Brain as You Age
Are you worried about keeping your brain healthy as you grow older? Here are just a few things you can do now to help "age-proof" your brain.
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