Three Simple Strategies To Create Personal Change
by Silvia Damiano on 30 November 2014
As the end of the year approaches, it is a great time to review what has happened to us throughout this period and how we have changed or evolved. Even when we are oblivious to it, our brains continuously change in response to every situation we encounter in our lives, so it is likely …
Using The Skills Of Neuroleadership In Caring For A Loved One With Alzheimers
by Matthew Galik on 5 October 2014
Over the past year, neuroscience, and in particular, its application in leadership, or Neuroleadership, has become the focus of my professional life. From day one, stepping into this field of research and study into the wonders of the human brain has felt familiar in many ways--the lo …
Lucy – Flirting With Reality?
by Kaushik Ram on 13 August 2014
The recent movie – Lucy invites a Paradigm shift. The movie dwells on some neuroscientifcally bewildering possibilities.
A Guide To A Good Night's Sleep
by Carmel Harrington on 10 July 2014
With the office buzzing as we prepare the final details for our Book Launch next Thursday, we thought it was important that the team embraces a healthy approach to their sleeping habits and try to get the recommended amount of hours per night - a feat that our web gurus and designers …
What Is Intuition?
by Silvia Damiano on 26 June 2014
There always seems to be a lot of confusion around the concept of intuition and even though we use our intuition on a daily basis, people often tend to think of it as being something airy-fairy, mystical or even paranormal. However, people will say without any hesitation ... “I knew i …
Are Leaders Born Or Made?
by Silvia Damiano on 5 June 2014
When it comes to leadership, one of the questions that still gets tossed around is ‘Are leaders born or made?’ Many still believe that leadership is something unattainable and that the learning of certain traits, behaviours or attitudes cannot be done.
Your Money And Your Brain
by Juan Carlos Cubeiro on 31 March 2014
I have been reading Your Money and Your Brain. Why we make bad decisions and how to avoid it according to neuroeconomics, by Pedro Bermejo (neurologist, doctor in neuroscience, and master in behavioral biology) and Ricardo Izquierdo (consultant, master in computer security).
Brain Fitness - Much More Than Crossword Puzzles And Blueberries
by Mel Dumas on 11 November 2013
With the growing occurrence of degenerative brain conditions in modern society, such as Alzheimer’s and dementia, comes an increased awareness and interest from people of all ages, in the preventative tools available to help slow the ageing process and improve general brain health and …
The Neuroscience Of Regret
by The About my Brain Institute on 27 May 2013
How our brains learn to let go of regret as we age - and why some people don’t. We often associate regret with old age – the tragic image of an elderly person feeling regretful over opportunities forever missed.
Innovation Is Just A Habit
by Nils Vesk on 2 May 2013
Most of us operate habitually day to day. In our organisations we follow processes, have little rituals and habits about what we think, and what we do. Not all our habits are great, many are good (they help us get where we are) and others are not so good (they stop us from growing and …
Living With Epilepsy
by The About my Brain Institute on 15 March 2013
Hello, I am a 40 year old woman who was diagnosed with epilepsy from the age of 21.
What Is Epigenetics And Why Should I Care?
by The About my Brain Institute on 1 March 2013
Really, what is epigenetics? And, why should anyone care? Let me ask you this first, have you felt like you have been or someone in your life has been a victim to their genes and DNA? Have you or someone you know had heart disease, cancer, diabetes or any other inherited disease and t …