[Brain Health]: The Attitudes That Keep Your Mind Open and Brain Sharp, Episode 877
Today I\u2019m talking about an overall approach to life that helps keep your mind open and your brain sharp, now and well into the future.\xa0\nAnd that attitude is to be a lifelong learner.\xa0\nA lot of people think they can do their beloved crossword or sudoku and keep their brains strong. But what I\u2019ve been learning by working on a book with my last guest, Dr. Heather Sandison, is that doing what you\u2019ve always done in terms of activities or hobbies isn\u2019t enough to prevent to dementia. They are great, you can still do them, but unless you are in the moderate to severe stage of dementia, your brain really thrives on novelty. Come get heaps of ideas on how to keep your neuroplasticity humming\u2013all by following your natural curiosity!\nThis episode sponsored by:\xa0\nBetter Help \u2013 Give online therapy a try and get on your way to being your best self\nNextEVO \u2013 Use promo code BETTER to save 20% off your order of $40 or more\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices