For a long time, the scientific community believed we were born with a certain number of brain cells and neural pathways and that, once damaged, they could not be repaired. In reality, our brains are much more flexible. Depending on our lifestyle, we can weaken and destroy connections, or create newer, stronger ones.

Engaging regularly in certain behaviors and activities, like physical exercise, addressing mental health issues, meditation, and learning a new language or musical instrument, support new wiring and can make pathways stronger. Essentially, we can slow down or somewhat prevent cognitive decline by doing challenging mental exercises to keep our brains fit for optimal power.

Workshop Objectives:

Identify traits of a healthy brain:

• The ability to learn new skills
• Judgment and intuition
• Memory and perception

Identify barriers to good brain health:

• Depression
• Chronic stress
• Unhealthy lifestyle

Identify methods for optimal cognitive health:

• Engaging in new skills and mentally challenging activities
• Meditation
• Physical exercise
• Brain training