Yahoo Lifestyle: What Losing Just ONE Hour Of Sleep Can Do To Your Body
by Press Room on 7 October 2018
If you’re feeling a little sluggish this morning you’re probably not alone. Thanks to daylight savings we all lost an hour of sleep this weekend as the clocks jumped forward.
3 Ways To Integrate Your Body And Mind
by Silvia Damiano on 4 October 2018
Focusing on physical health is easier for many because it yields tangible results. You can look at the scale, look in the mirror, or check your mile log on your step counter. Mental & emotional health are more difficult to outwardly see, which is one reason why these areas can be …
Today Extra: Give Sleep the Respect it Deserves!
by Press Room on 3 October 2018
New research has found that 1 in 3 Australians suffer from a lack of sleep! Our CEO Silvia Damiano talks with Sonia Kruger & David Campbell about the importance of sleep on Today Extra for Sleep Awareness Week.
Using Dance To Find And Express Your Spirit
by Silvia Damiano on 2 October 2018
Moving the body is so important for a healthy mind and a healthy body. For many, the repetition of going to the gym is not appealing. Running nowhere or lifting the same weights over and over don’t inspire them, and so they don’t go anymore. Consider another outlet for healthy exercis …
Fiveaa Radio: Why Is Sleep So Important?
by Press Room on 30 September 2018
Silvia Damiano, Founder of the About my Brain Institute speaks to Rilka Warbanoff on Fiveaa Sunday afternoon radio, about the importance of sleep and how to get more of it! Listen to the interview below...
The “Human” Skills You Need for the Future of Work
by Silvia Damiano on 27 September 2018
The Jobs Landscape in 2022 clearly outlines that “human” skills such as creativity, initiative, critical thinking, persuasion, resilience, leadership and social influence will retain or increase their value.1 Fitting in this new world of work requires us to retrain and up skill oursel …
A Fresh Agenda: Take A Shower To Spark Creativity
by Press Room on 26 September 2018
Silvia Damiano speaks to Cristina Mendonsa from A Fresh Agenda about the of leadership, the About my Brain Institute and her new documentary, “ ”. They discuss creativity and how to train our brains to be more innovative.
The Way Women Lead
by Silvia Damiano on 25 September 2018
Neuroscience has shown that there are fundamental differences between male and female brains. Male brains tend to have higher surface areas, while female brains have higher cortical thickness, or a thicker cerebral cortex. But do these inherent physical differences affect how persons …
The Pink Elephant In The Room - Differences Between Male And Female Leaders
by Silvia Damiano on 20 September 2018
Men and women think differently, which means they also lead differently. Women are typically underrepresented in top political and business positions, but this is rapidly changing. Understanding how the brain works will strengthen and shape the leaders of the future, and embracing the …
Communication Skills Are Like A Muscle, They Need Exercise
by Silvia Damiano on 18 September 2018
Quality leaders have to do more than merely manage the endless flow of paperwork and tasks. They must also be able to nurture and create an environment open to innovation, creativity and good communication. These skills are so often overlooked in leaders, but crucial in this global, f …
Swing Into A New Mindset For Better Leadership
by Silvia Damiano on 13 September 2018
Focusing only on work means that other obligations are neglected. And, just as importantly, it means personal growth and time to dream are limited or nonexistent. Finding time to let your mind wander is important for a good mindset and improved mental and physical health.
Creating An Environment That Stokes The Fires Of Creativity And Innovation
by Silvia Damiano on 11 September 2018
The leadership paradigms of the past did not leave much room for new ideas. Many workers were advised to keep their heads down and simply continue to endure. Fortunately, this kind of thinking is quickly becoming obsolete. People have so much more to offer in an environment where crea …