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THE BRAIN HEALTH GUIDE
This could include taking a course on a subject about which
you know very little, learning a new language or preparing a
dish from unfamiliar recipes. The key is to choose something
that really interests you.

In addition to challenging your brain with new experiences,
here are some memory improvement ideas you might consider:

• Pay attention. Focus on something for eight to 10
seconds and process it in your memory.

• Apply your best learning style. Do you pick up on things
best by reading or by listening?

• Go with your strengths. Involve your senses. Relate
things to color, texture, taste and smell if you can.

• Organize information. Write things down, take notes
regarding complex material, then organize and study
them.

• Interpret complex material. Focus on the basics rather
than memorizing myriad details.

• Be able to explain a concept to someone else in your
own words.
• Finally, be motivated and positive.

Tip #7 - find somEThing To lovE
Recent research on the phenomenon of aging has found that
people who have a stable relationship and clearly defined life
goals remain active and vibrant as they grow older just as well
as someone who is blessed with good genes.

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