Integration Means Syncing Your Body And Mind For Success
by Silvia Damiano on 1 June 2017
Only 33% of people in business surveyed by the About my Brain Institute reported taking the time to relax and completely disconnect. Think about this: if only 1 in 3 workers are allowing their bodies and minds time to reset and rest, what's going on with the other 67%? You need to all …
One Walk A Day Keeps The Doctor Away
by Silvia Damiano on 4 May 2017
Everyone has heard the expression, an apple a day keeps the doctor away. But what about a walk a day? There are immediate health benefits for a short walk, such as relaxation and stress relief. Research shows that physical activity can also help prevent and manage chronic diseases.
Integration – Joined Up Thinking For Body And Mind
by Mark Hodgson on 27 April 2017
As leaders when we pay little attention to developing all parts of our minds and body, we can loose out on the amazing benefits that an integrated human system can provide.
Taking A Re-charge Weekend is Good For You: 7 Ideas to Explore
by Relmi Damiano on 23 January 2017
If you use Facebook or even browse the Internet regularly, you've probably seen the meme showing a cabin in the woods.
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.
Mental Readiness – Time To Get Our Brains Ready To Perform
by Mark Hodgson on 21 November 2016
Most of us give little thought to mentally preparing ourselves to perform at work. Driven by unquestioned processes and rituals (e.g. meetings), we rush unthinkingly from one task to the next.
Ethics – At The Centre Of Being Human
by Mark Hodgson on 19 September 2016
Have you ever thought about how little we generally think about ethics? In a world that many people feel is getting worse – one that has arguably lost its moral compass, we suspect and hope that this will change. When we see the Donald Trumps of our time go largely unchallenged, despi …
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 …
Is Your Salon “Brain Friendly”?
by The About my Brain Institute on 15 June 2016
Sure, education and knowledge go a long way, but when was the last time you thought about the imagination, intuition and empathy of your staff?
Preparing Ourselves For High Performance
by Mark Hodgson on 19 May 2016
Performance is probably the most common word in the business lexicon. We have performance indicators, performance management, business performance, personal performance and of course high performance. Performance is at the heart of what we strive to achieve as leaders – for ourselves …
Implicit Intelligence And Innovation
by Kaushik Ram on 21 April 2016
Innovation is neither science nor entrepreneurship. It is a very human desire to upgrade our existence. An inner drive to see the world differently. A relentless passion, an obsession to investigate, an urgency to create with what we have now!!!