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4. Meditate
Daily meditation can calm your body, slow your breathing, and reduce stress and anxiety.
But did you know that it may also help fine-tune your memory and increase your brain’s ability to process information
Find a quiet spot, close your eyes, and spend five minutes meditating each day.
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2. Cards!
On mentally stimulating activities for adults, say a quick card game can lead to greater brain volume in several regions of the brain. The same study also found that a game of cards could improve memory and thinking skills.
Try learning one of these tried-and-true card games:
- sol...
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5. Bilingualism
According to numerous studies, bilingualism can contribute to better memory, improved visual-spatial skills, and higher levels of creativity.
The good news is that it’s never too late to reap the rewards of learning a new language. According to researchers, you can boost ...
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3. Vocabulary
Research shows that many more regions of the brain are involved in vocabulary tasks. To test this theory, try this cognitive-boosting activity:
- Keep a notebook with you when you read.
- Write down one unfamiliar word, then look up the definition.
- Try to use that word five...
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- Clever mind
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- Elevated
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If you don’t have the patience to go through 15 minutes of guided meditation, try this:
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7. Breathe Deeply
- Take a long, deep breath to calm yourself down.
- According to Harvard Health, deep breathing exercises can help reduce stress.
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