Typical to superior memory is within reach! Maybe you’ve seen the TV news shows that document ‘super memory’ individuals who can remember anything, including what they were doing at a specific date and time 25 years ago. While their brains are an anomaly of nature, training our brains to have a great memory is not. … Read more
Let’s face it, growing older is not always fun or easy. Sometimes aging is depressing. Our own or others’ health issues pop up when least expected or progress more rapidly than anticipated. Then we notice a worsening memory and may wonder if these memory issues are dementia or depression. Don’t wonder too long and speak … Read more
I don’t love exercise. I enjoy playing sports and being active with others. But I can’t do that every day so I walk outside or resign myself to the treadmill. Lately however, I’m learning to love exercise and am encouraged to ‘just do it’ as the famous slogan prompts by ongoing research linking exercise to … Read more
Life puts us in situations for reasons. I strongly believe I began MemoryMinders not only to help others with memory loss but also loved ones. Even more so, I know I’ve been called to this work for myself and now I have proof. Don’t be alarmed Don’t be alarmed, but a research article truly hit … Read more
Motivating memory habits has been an element of memory wellness difficult to pinpoint, until now. A new study set out to focus on what and where motivation is controlled in the brain. What they found was the same area that controls the promotion of a behavior also can suppress the same behavior. Motivating Memory Habits … Read more
What’s your excuse? We all have them: the reasons we give for not physically exercising our body. My most frequent excuse is “I don’t have enough time” which is a myth. Everyone has the same amount of time; it’s about how we choose to use our time. Physical exercise is not only how we keep … Read more