Stress. There is a lot of it about and not always in healthy proportions.But stress per se has been given a bad rap somewhat unfairly because we need some stress in our lives. Stress has been part of our essential survival kit that has contributed to our successful...
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.
How stress blocks working memory
If you have ever had to perform under stress, whether it be sitting an exam, auditioning for a play or presenting in a meeting, you may recognise that despite "knowing" your stuff, your actual performance may not always match up to expectations. This is likely to be...
How stress affects the body [i…
How stress affects the body [infographic] http://t.co/dOGvqlZK via @GuyKawasaki
Stress: Bad for body and brain
What is stress? It has been defined in a number of different ways but for the purpose of this article, is taken to be: a sense of irritation, tension, nervousness, anxiety, fear or difficulty sleeping, lasting over a month as a result of problems at home, at work or...
The Red Mist: What Happens In An Angry Brain.
It’s been one of those days. You overslept and were late for an important meeting at work. Your boss is giving you the evil eye and you are feeling physically sick. The photocopier then spits the dummy and refuses to print out the 150 sheets you need for tomorrow’s...
Why Reducing Stress Prevents Brain Ageing
How Stress can kill off brain cells We know that prolonged stress can have a deleterious affect on our bodies and our health. We know also, that prolonged stress has a very damaging effect on our brain causing actual cell death and making it harder for us to lay down...