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Overcoming Writer’s Block

Writer’s block happens when you have been thinking about something you have to or want to write. You have even had sentences or whole paragraphs …

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Building a Dementia-resistant Brain

Alzheimer’s doesn’t have to be your brain’s destiny, says Lisa Genova, neuroscientist and author of Still Alice. She shares the latest science investigating the disease …

A Healthy Brain Forgets a Lot

It is normal to forget someone’s name, where you parked your car, and why you walked in here.The sellers of online services think it is …

Are You Experiencing Brain Fog?

This month, with the permission of Jennifer Moss, I have used a lot of the article she posted on CBC News on February 21st because I …

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The Secrets of Perfect Timing

I have just finished reading Daniel Pink’s book When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing and I would like to share with you the insights …

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What is Your Worst Case Scenario?

Your brain has two functions. One – to keep you alive and safe physically and psychologically. Two – to conserve energy so that it has …

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Bring Mindfulness to Work

Internal distractions come in the form of stray thoughts, emotional upheavals and daydreaming. You can learn to be more mindful and more observant of your …