Have you ever noticed that people in gyms or running around the park, often work out while listening to music? And no, it's not just because it's boring pounding away by yourself. Having a beat to walk or run to, makes it easier to keep on going at a steady pace....
Welcome to my blog
There is a lot of information around on the importance of looking after our health, like maintaining a healthy diet and plenty of exercise... Which is all well and good if your aim is just to keep your body healthy. But what about your brain?
From chocolate to coffee and sleep to sharper smarter thinking, join me for an article or three as I share insights, tips and ideas on what it takes to keep your brain operating at full speed, so you can wake up feeling refreshed, happier and healthier every day.
Welcome to my blog
There is a lot of information around on the importance of looking after our health, like maintaining a healthy diet and plenty of exercise... Which is all well and good if your aim is just to keep your body healthy. But what about your brain?
From chocolate to coffee and sleep to sharper smarter thinking, join me for an article or three as I share insights, tips and ideas on what it takes to keep your brain operating at full speed, so you can wake up feeling refreshed, happier and healthier every day.
Why learning a musical instrument is a good way to stay brain fit
When I was 6 or 7 my Mum asked whether I would like to do piano or ballet lessons. (Note, the supersize option: I was going to be doing one of them!) I desperately wanted to do ballet, imaging the thought of wearing pretty pink tutus, ballet pumps and springing...
Why the music we love makes us feel so good
Got a favourite song or piece of music? Something that makes you feel really good every time you hear it? The music I love makes me want to crank the volume up to max and dance around the room, ( out of sight of the neighbours preferably) and even just thinking about...
Why listening to music doesn’t help you with your homework.
“White Noise” It is the Living End. Working from home has many varied blessings. One of which is the peace and quiet, allowing thoughts to flow…….. Except when renovations are underway. For the last few weeks, my mind has been subjected to the additional external...