In principle, we will differentiate mind vs. brain. Both work together but their features and origin - according to scholars on the subject - are totally different. Brain manifests itself in the matter and this is the contributor to our evolution as human beings. When we learn to walk, eat, talk, etc. These are all functions of the brain. And when a person develops a brain tumor or stroke, etc. these functions handled by the brain stop working or are affected (speech, alertness, movements of the body, etc.). When my dad experienced his first stroke, he couldn't eat alone, did not recognize or could say our names and became like a little boy who began to learn how to speak and move his body.
On the other hand, the mind or consciousness is connected with our internal being and is always alert either working in conjunction with the brain or independently. In this article I will focus on the brain and how we can keep it active and healthy. Be on the lookout for the August edition of HoyDallas for the second part of this article. I will exhibit and expand on this subject. We’ll discuss in more detail the fusion of brain-mind and the ability of utilizing both to achieve marvelous accomplishments. We must remember that as human beings we were given the power of free will - or conscious mind - to be used in coordination with our body -or temple-, in the best possible way.
I’m not an expert in the subject of the brain, however according to my research conducted on this regards, it shows that both our brain and body become healthier through proper nutrition, mental and physical exercise. The Harvard Medical School’s Newsletter in November 2012 published four important recommendations regarding a healthy brain, as follows:
1 Continue learning something new constantly. (Go back to school, attend workshops, venture into new careers or professions, etc.)
2 Strain your brain: (Force your mind to earn a new language, stay alert to new experiences, etc.)
3 Get uncomfortable. (Aging originates in the moment you feel complacent. While young people are bold explorers, older people are timid homebodies who prefer to stay in a rut within their comfort zone and stop taking new ventures like visiting cities and/or countries, etc.).
4 Be social (Isolating from society is the number one contributor to brain loss reserves which have built up over the years. Instead increase interaction with others; attend social networking events, etc.)As I write this column, I realize I just practiced the four Recommendations mentioned above without even realizing and would like to share this experience with all of you.
I attended a Writers Conference in the month of June of this year. After my return, I noticed my mental capacity opened up greatly, it is now easier for me to write and feel inspired due to the techniques and strategies learned. I feel renewed and motivated.
Recommendation #1: I was a young scholar again. I learned new techniques and strategies.
Recommendation #2: the Conference/workshop was held in another city - Blaine, Washington-, I visited places never before imagined. I was unaware that Blaine is a small colorful town with its own character. It has beautiful vegetation and dreamy beaches.
Recommendation #3: I pushed myself and found the courage and determination to attend despite the fact I was tempted to stay comfortably in my house with my daily life. If I would’ve done so, I definitely would have missed the incredible experience I lived.
Recommendation #4: I socialized and met beautiful people and started new friendships. In addition to this, the possibility exists that professionally some of my new acquaintances may turn into important contacts in my career as a writer, speaker and mentor.Based on this, I invite you to evaluate how some of these points may apply to you. If you discover they do, I congratulate and encourage you to keep up the good work. If not, no worries simply activate your brain and put into action some of the areas you feel need work on to regenerate your brain neurons thus staying young and inspired.
Until next time and remember the upcoming chapter will cover more on this subject.
On the other hand, the mind or consciousness is connected with our internal being and is always alert either working in conjunction with the brain or independently. In this article I will focus on the brain and how we can keep it active and healthy. Be on the lookout for the August edition of HoyDallas for the second part of this article. I will exhibit and expand on this subject. We’ll discuss in more detail the fusion of brain-mind and the ability of utilizing both to achieve marvelous accomplishments. We must remember that as human beings we were given the power of free will - or conscious mind - to be used in coordination with our body -or temple-, in the best possible way.
I’m not an expert in the subject of the brain, however according to my research conducted on this regards, it shows that both our brain and body become healthier through proper nutrition, mental and physical exercise. The Harvard Medical School’s Newsletter in November 2012 published four important recommendations regarding a healthy brain, as follows:
1 Continue learning something new constantly. (Go back to school, attend workshops, venture into new careers or professions, etc.)
2 Strain your brain: (Force your mind to earn a new language, stay alert to new experiences, etc.)
3 Get uncomfortable. (Aging originates in the moment you feel complacent. While young people are bold explorers, older people are timid homebodies who prefer to stay in a rut within their comfort zone and stop taking new ventures like visiting cities and/or countries, etc.).
4 Be social (Isolating from society is the number one contributor to brain loss reserves which have built up over the years. Instead increase interaction with others; attend social networking events, etc.)
As I write this column, I realize I just practiced the four Recommendations mentioned above without even realizing and would like to share this experience with all of you.
I attended a Writers Conference in the month of June of this year. After my return, I noticed my mental capacity opened up greatly, it is now easier for me to write and feel inspired due to the techniques and strategies learned. I feel renewed and motivated.
Recommendation #1: I was a young scholar again. I learned new techniques and strategies.
Recommendation #2: the Conference/workshop was held in another city - Blaine, Washington-, I visited places never before imagined. I was unaware that Blaine is a small colorful town with its own character. It has beautiful vegetation and dreamy beaches.
Recommendation #3: I pushed myself and found the courage and determination to attend despite the fact I was tempted to stay comfortably in my house with my daily life. If I would’ve done so, I definitely would have missed the incredible experience I lived.
Recommendation #4: I socialized and met beautiful people and started new friendships. In addition to this, the possibility exists that professionally some of my new acquaintances may turn into important contacts in my career as a writer, speaker and mentor.
Based on this, I invite you to evaluate how some of these points may apply to you. If you discover they do, I congratulate and encourage you to keep up the good work. If not, no worries simply activate your brain and put into action some of the areas you feel need work on to regenerate your brain neurons thus staying young and inspired.
Until next time and remember the upcoming chapter will cover more on this subject.
