The Perks Of Napping On The Job
by The About my Brain Institute on 16 January 2017
While many in the business world may shun a nap, famous nappers include the likes of John F. Kennedy, Winston Churchill, Albert Einstein, Napolean, Leonardo da Vinci and Thomas Edison. People of various cultures all over the world indulge in an afternoon nap or ‘siesta’.
The Art & Science Of Breathing
by The About my Brain Institute on 26 December 2016
Everyone has overwhelming moments in life. You may feel fed up with work, stressed about your children’s behaviour, or just tired of ‘adulting’ in general. One of the easiest and most basic ways to calm your brain during these overwhelming moments is to breathe.
Eureka! - Go Deep
by Brooke Schiller on 12 December 2016
Next month I will undergo total hip replacement surgery to replace a joint that's worn out from wear and tear. I wish I had some glamorous story about what I was doing when the damage was caused, but I don't. Just heredity and my own unique DNA.
Boosting Performance Through Better Brain & Body Integration
by Silvia Damiano on 28 July 2016
We are living in extraordinary times. Every day, we hear about new scientific discoveries, technological developments and business ideas that we’d not considered possible even a decade ago. The more we understand the biology of this complex organ, the more we can understand why we do …
The Sales Person Is Dead. Long Live The Sales Leader
by Ian Lowe on 7 January 2016
“Houston we have a problem!” is a quote made famous by Tom Hanks in his portrayal of Astronaut James Lovell in the 1995 movie Apollo 13 after their spacecraft experiences massive damage ending their mission to the Moon and putting the lives of the three astronauts on board in great je …
Live In Your Potential
by The About my Brain Institute on 5 August 2015
Recently we hosted a Google hangout with the wonderful Katharine McLennan, who called in all the way from North Carolina, USA to discuss with us the challenges, triumphs and opportunities facing the world of leadership today, and ultimately the relevance she finds in the accessibility …
Move. Nourish. Perform.
by The About my Brain Institute on 12 May 2015
When we think about the terms ‘performance’ and ‘nourishment’, the majority of us relate these to exercise and the food we eat. But have you ever considered that alongside these physical benefits, movement also has the ability to nourish your mind and improve your mental performance?
Nurture Yourself & Sleep Will Nurture You
by The About my Brain Institute on 23 April 2015
It’s the age-old debate – how much sleep do we really need? For many of us, the importance of sleep is often overlooked, as we endeavour to cram more and more into our busy lifestyles and already packed schedules.
The Strategizing Brain
by Maurizio Floris on 29 November 2010
The concept of ‘strategy’ is a funny one in organisations. It has a connotation of importance, forward thinking, and even a dash of glamour. If you can get the word ‘strategy’ in your title, it is likely to come with a good pay rise and a great deal of extra status, e.g. Strategic HR …
Nostalgia
by Silvia Damiano on 4 August 2010
For those with an intact inner child, you may enjoy watching the short clip from the 2007 film called Ratatouille. This is the story of Remy, a rat, who dreams of becoming a chef.